(Houston, TX) Golfcrest Country Club in Pearland, Texas has been confirmed as the host venue for the Aramco Houston Championship. The tournament will take place from 5-7 September, bringing elite international golf to the world-class course just south of downtown Houston.
The decision to stage the penultimate event in this season’s PIF Global Series in Houston represents a strategic choice for Golf Saudi, aligning with its ambition to connect with one of the most vibrant and diverse golfing communities in the United States.
As a city with a rich sporting heritage, a rapidly growing golf market, and deep cultural and commercial ties to Saudi Arabia, Houston provides the ideal platform to showcase Golf Saudi’s commitment to expanding the game globally.
It also aligns with the broader strategy to attract future investment opportunities through initiatives like the FII Institute’s Elevated Green discussion panels with key C-suite speakers and thought leaders staged during tournament week.
Golfcrest Country Club’s world-class facilities and welcoming environment create the perfect stage for engaging with new audiences, fostering international connections, and highlighting the shared values of innovation, inclusivity, and sporting excellence that underpin Golf Saudi’s mission.
The event is the penultimate stop on the newly launched PIF Global Series on the Ladies European Tour (LET) – a forward-thinking initiative designed to accelerate the growth of women’s golf worldwide. Backed by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), the series aims to strengthen the women’s professional game by delivering world-class events, increasing playing opportunities, and showcasing talent across key international markets.
It will be the first time the PIF Global Series has set foot in the Lone Star State with the previous visit to the United States being in Florida for the Aramco Team Series Presented by PIF – Tampa.
“Hosting the Aramco Houston Championship is a landmark moment for Golfcrest Country Club,” said Rene Rangel, General Manager of Golfcrest Country Club. “Our course was built to challenge elite players, and we’re excited to see it take centre stage on the international calendar. Being part of the PIF Global Series on the Ladies European Tour places Golfcrest among a select group of world-class venues, and we look forward to delivering a championship experience worthy of that distinction.”
Golfcrest Country Club is one of the Houston area’s most respected private clubs, known for its championship pedigree, pristine course conditions, and challenging yet fair layout. With fast greens, mature fairways, and natural water features, it delivers a true test of golf in a refined setting.
“Aramco has a long-standing relationship with the city of Houston, and we are excited to bring the Aramco Houston Championship to our home in the US,” said Rania Biltagi, Aramco Global Head of Partnerships. “From cutting edge R&D facilities, innovative research partnerships, and impactful community initiatives, we have been active partners in Houston and the US for over 50 years. We are therefore proud to extend this spirit of collaboration to support the growth of women’s golf and inspire the next generation of women golfers.”
The Aramco Houston Championship underscores event organiser Golf Saudi’s commitment to taking the very best women golfers to new markets and new destinations to strengthen the sport’s ecosystem globally. After hugely successful tournaments in Saudi Arabia, Korea and England the Saudi Golf Federation not only provides world-class playing opportunities for the very best, it also elevates the sport through several engaging on-site activities for players of all abilities and ages. Golf Saudi’s strategic leadership highlights the playing and career opportunities possible in the sport as well as showcasing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as a leading global golf, tourism and investment destination.
A stunning line-up of Golf Saudi ambassadors will be in the field, including world No 18 Celine Boutier as well as Anne Van Dam from the Netherlands, Spain’s Carlota Ciganda and home favorite Danielle Kang.
Tickets are now on sale, starting from $15 for Friday, $20 for Saturday and Sunday, with full weekend season passes available for $50. Please visit: https://www.tixr.com/groups/aramco-houston/events/aramco-houston-championship-150935
For more information on the PIF Global Series and the upcoming Aramco Houston Championship please visit: www.pifglobalseries.com
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Notes to Editors
About PIF
PIF is the investment engine driving economic transformation for Saudi Arabia and the world. With an ambitious program to deliver Vision 2030, PIF invests in projects, companies and partners to diversify the Saudi economy, stimulate growth in every major sector, and create new opportunities for investment and employment.
And as a global investor and catalyst of change, PIF actively partners with the most pioneering organizations across the world to accelerate their growth, and transfer the technology and knowledge needed to build industry ecosystems of the future.
Since 2017, PIF has established 103 companies and is driving the transition to a more sustainable economy through strategic investments and partnerships across the Saudi public and private sector. PIF is laying the foundations for local and international partners to invest in the economic and societal transformation of Saudi Arabia.
For more information, visit the website at www.pif.gov.sa
Rupert Trefgarne: rtrefgarne@pif.gov.sa/ +966 546 0057 33
Golf Saudi
Golf Saudi facilitates uptake and participation in golf through the delivery of world-class facilities, operational excellence and the implementation of industry best practice to position the Kingdom as an exceptional golfing nation. Combined with grass roots training and education programmes that introduce people to the game at the earliest opportunity and with the greatest ease, Golf Saudi is committed to delivering a dynamic national development programme that transforms the golfing landscape.
Saudi Golf Federation
The Saudi Golf Federation is dedicated to promoting and sponsoring the sport of golf, aligning with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. With its headquarters in Riyadh, the federation actively develops organizational and educational strategies to encourage Saudi nationals’ involvement in golf, demonstrating its commitment to fostering the sport’s growth and expanding its participant base across the country.
Twitter: @SaudiGF_
Instagram:@SaudiGF_
Ladies European Tour
The LET is a global golf tour comprising of professional elite women athletes who play international tournaments on some of the world’s most prestigious and renowned golf courses. Founded in 1978, the Tour is also committed to inspiring the next generation of talent to pursue their passion and achieve their dreams through the game of golf.
At our core, we aim to build and deliver a competitive schedule of events to enable our strong, sharp, and confident players to compete at the highest level and lead by example.
Our diverse and multicultural membership of 416 extraordinary professional golfers represents as many as 43 nationalities.
We aim to entertain and excite, but also to enhance health and quality of life, as a responsible, committed and respectful partner.
Inspiring – our players are inspiring role models to follow and encourage others to pursue their own dreams.
Passionate – we are driven by a passion to perform to our full potential and get better every day. It’s not just about the money or the glory, but a true love for the game.
Committed – we are fiercely committed to continuous improvement and recognise the grit that it takes to achieve long-term goals.
2025 marks the 47th LET season with 30 events across 20 countries, and prize money of €39 million.
The LET Access Series is the official development tour of the LET, formed to give players an opportunity and platform to compete and progress onto the LET.
