Antalya, Türkiye’s Mediterranean tourism hub, continues to strengthen its position as a global sports hub, complementing its world-renowned beach holiday appeal. Following its Türkiye debut in Belek in February 2025, which welcomed around 400 players, 144 – A Question of Honour, Europe’s largest amateur golf tournament, returned to Antalya this year with an even greater number of teams and participants.
The 2026 edition, held from 4 to 8 February and hosted by GoTürkiye, brought together more than 500 golfers representing 60 teams from 9 different countries. The competition took place across some of the region’s most prestigious courses, including Carya Golf Club, Olympos Golf Course, Aspendos Golf Course, Faldo Golf Course, and the National Golf Course.
Team Matchplay on the Turkish Riviera
144 – A Question of Honour, since its debut in 2016 in Bad Griesbach, Germany, has grown into one of Europe’s leading amateur golf events, bringing together players from more than 20 countries, with events held annually across four host countries. Designed as a team-based matchplay tournament, it goes beyond traditional competition by combining high-level play with the core values of golf — integrity, respect, and a strong sense of community.
Often referred to as “the Ryder Cup of amateurs,” the three-day event features teams of eight players and a captain, with matches decided through strategic singles and fourball pairings. With team results at the heart of the competition, the format highlights teamwork, tactics, and direct competition, making each edition truly unique.
Belek: Balmy Days, Panoramic Courses, Tee-Offs
With its magnificent climate and striking natural beauty, Antalya’s Belek region remains unrivalled, seamlessly combining exceptional hotel services with world-class golf experiences. Benefiting from nearly 300 days of sunshine each year, the region offers the rare opportunity to enjoy golf across the seasons, with play possible for up to ten months annually.
Belek features an impressive variety of courses, ranging from classic heathland-style layouts to international-standard complexes designed by world-renowned players. These championship-level courses deliver diversity, challenge, and prestige—making Belek a natural host for elite tournaments such as the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, the Turkish Airlines Challenge, and the Turkish Airlines Open, one of the eight tournaments on the PGA European Tour Series.
Adding to its appeal, Belek’s hotels and golf courses are located just a short distance from Antalya Airport, ensuring effortless access for international visitors. Some courses are even equipped with advanced lighting systems, allowing golfers to enjoy the unique experience of playing at night. With its exceptional courses, outstanding facilities, and distinctive night-golf opportunities, it is no surprise that Belek is consistently ranked among the world’s top golf destinations.