It’s fantastic to see the growth and success of Arab golfers in both the professional and amateur ranks. The achievements and progress of these golfers showcase the increasing influence and talent emerging from the Arab world. Here are the top three Arab golfers in 2023 in all categories ranked by Golf Alarab:
Men
Professionals:
Winner: Ayoub Lghuirati
Ayoub had one of the best years in His career, highlighted by becoming the first Arab Professional Champion in a tournament held for the first time in Morocco.
Ayoub grinded on tour in 2023, he played 14 OWGR tournaments, 9 on Asian Development Tour (ADT), 2 On Challenge Tour (CHA) and 3 on the Asian Tour (ASA).
His best result came at the OB Golf Invitational, where he finished T35.
Below Is a look at all the tournaments and results for 2023.
Official 2023 Results: Ayoub Lguirati
Second Place: Othman Almulla
Othman is one of the best Saudi Golfers, he is the first professional golfer from Saudi and a voice to the game in the country. In 2023, Othman played Golf around the world, mainly on the Asian Tour Invitational Series, he played 15 OWGR and his best result came in his home country Saudi invitation where he finished T28.
Official 2023 Results: Othman Almulla
Third place: Ayoub Id Omar
Ayoub Id Omar, A serious talent in the making, his best result came on the Saudi Aramco Invitational, where he finished T49.
Official 2023 Results: Ayoub Id Omar
Amateurs:
Winner: Issa Abou El Ela
Issa is currently ranked 772nd on the World Amateur Golf Ranking, He has played 29 Events so far this year, has four Amateur wins and 7 top 10 finishes. His best achievement was winning the 42nd Pan Arab Men Golf Championship in Morocco.
All Issa Results for 2023 can be found here: 2023 Results
Second Place: Mehdi El Fakouri
Mehdi is the best amateur golfer in Morocco and an aspiring talent, he played more than 19 tournaments in 2023, registering 6 wins and 8 top 10 finishes. He also represent Morocco in several competitions.
All Mehdi Results for 2023 can be found here: 2023 Results
Third Place: Hugo Mazen Trommetter
Hugo played 22 events in 2023, winning three times and registering 12 top 10 finishes, besides his wins he notably finished second on the 42nd Pan Arab Men Golf Championship.
All Hugo Results for 2023 can be found here: 2023 Results
Ladies
Professionals:
Winner: Ines Laklalech
And who doesn’t know Ines, the first Arab Golfer to play on the LPGA tour. She is currently ranked 348 on the Rolex Rankings, Played 18 events in 2023 and made the cut in 6 of them. Ines represents the dreams of many girls around the Arab World, as she single handedly changed the perception of Arab Golfers. She is the winner of the best Arab Female Golfer 2023.
Official 2023 Results: Ines Laklalech
Second Place: Maha Haddioui
Maha is the first Arab Golfer to play golf professionally and the first to play on a Major Tour. In 2023 Maha played 14 events, struggled with him game but secured a card for the next season on Ladies European Tour
Official 2023 Results: Maha Haddioui
Third Place: Lina Belmati
Currently ranked 1331 in the official Rolex ranking, Lina has exceptional talent and a bright future. She played 14 events in 2023 mainly on the ladies European Tour Access saries, made the cut in 10.
Official 2023 Results:Lina Belmati
Amateurs:
Winner: Sofia Cherif Essakali
A giant Arab talent,Sofia is considered one of the jewels of Arab golf. Very exciting talent.
Sofia played 19 official events and won 11 of them.
Currently ranked 358 on the World Amateur Golf Ranking.
All Sofia Results for 2023 can be found here: 2023 Results
Second Place: Rim Imni
Another future star, Rim has some serious skills. Currently ranked 693rd on the WAGR, played14 events in 2023 and won 3 times.
All Rim Results for 2023 can be found here: 2023 Results
Third Place: Malak Bouraeda
Turned Pro at the end of 2023, Malak one to watch on the professional level for Arab golfer next year.
Played 8 official events as an amateur in 2023 with three top 10.
All Malak Results for 2023 can be found here: 2023 Results
The achievements of these golfers, both professional and amateur, indicate a promising future for Arab golf and inspire aspiring golfers across the region. The diversity of talent and success across various tours is a testament to the growth of the sport in the Arab world.
