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Qatar Masters is a tournament on Golf which is held in the Doha Golf Club in Doha, Qatar. The establishment of Qatar Masters took place in the year 1998 to promote the game of golf in Doha. This tournament is one among the three European Tournaments which are held in the countries of the Persian Gulf. This tournament was co sanctioned by the Asian Tour in the year 2005.Golf in Doha is encouraged very much by the government in Qatar.
The prize money offered in the Qatar Masters tournament amounts to be 1.1 million Euros. Every year the world's top most golfers participate in this tournament. This desert championship has the course measuring 7,374 yards.
This tournament attracts many Golf enthusiasts to Qatar. In the past few years there has been a positive note in this tournament. The participation rate has increased considerably in this tournament. The amenities have also improved a lot and this has helped in the endorsement of the event.
Due to the popularity of this event the government also takes care and attention in improving the quality of sports in Qatar. The condition of the Infrastructure in the Qatar Masters has improved significantly. Again the prize money also attracts many golfers to participate in this tournament. The tourists also do not miss a chance to see the spectacular event held in Doha. In the year 2007 the winner of the Qatar Masters was Retief Goosen of South Africa.
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