Massive boost announced for Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

It follows an extension of the current agreement for the popular pro-am, which was won a week past Sunday by Bob MacIntyre as he became the fourth Scot to land the title after Paul Lawrie (2001), Stephen Gallacher (2004) and Colin Montgomerie (2005).

That event marked the 40th year of Alfred Dunhill supporting golf in St Andrews, with the Dunhill Cup, a team event, having preceded the current tournament.

“The Dunhill Links was conceived by our chairman, Johann Rupert, as a celebration of links golf at its finest, bringing together professionals and amateurs on three extraordinary links golf courses: the Old Course St Andrews, Carnoustie and Kingsbarns,” said Guy Sanan, a member of the Championship Committee.

“This region and its courses are a place of pilgrimage for all golfers from around the world and it is a privilege for to us to host and play the Championship here. We would like to thank the three courses and their teams, who have become an essential part in the success of the Dunhill Links.

“We would like to especially extend our gratitude to the towns and local communities who have hosted us, worked and volunteered on the tournament, and become such an integral part of the championship.”

Next year’s event will be held on 1-4 October, with the 2027 edition then coming straight after Europe’s latest Ryder Cup defence at Adare Manor in Ireland.

“As golf’s global tour, we take great pride in playing on some of the best courses in the world and there is no question that St Andrews, Carnoustie and Kingsbarns all fit into that category,” said Guy Kinnings, chief executive of the DP World Tour.

“We are therefore delighted with today’s announcement and give thanks to Johann Rupert and everyone at Dunhill for ensuring not only that the very best links golf has to offer will remain on our schedule, but also for their long-term commitment and support of the DP World Tour over many years.

Charitable work around event is ‘very much appreciated’

“And not to forget the important charitable work that this Tournament supports via the Alfred Dunhill Links Foundation, both in local communities and abroad. That is very much appreciated.”

The Alfred Dunhill Links Foundation is committed to developing young amateur golfers in Scotland and South Africa and supports the University of St Andrews and the St Andrews Pilgrim Foundation, which refurbishes and preserves historical monuments in the town.