PGA Tour Champions will make its debut in Portugal this summer with the launch of the Portugal Invitational, a new $3 million tournament that will be played at The Els Club Vilamoura from 31 July to 2 August 2026.

Announced as part of a new five-year partnership between PGA Tour Champions, Arrow Global Group, Turismo de Portugal and Turismo do Algarve, the event will become the first individual stroke play tournament organised by the PGA Tour in Portugal.

The inaugural Portugal Invitational will feature a field of 78 players, including PGA Tour Champions stars, members of the World Golf Hall of Fame and players from the Legends Tour. The event joins a strong European summer schedule, sitting between the ISPS Handa Senior Open and the Staysure Senior PGA Championship.

The venue, The Els Club Vilamoura, has recently undergone a major transformation under four-time major champion Ernie Els. Previously known as the Dom Pedro Victoria Course, it hosted the Portugal Masters on the DP World Tour between 2007 and 2022, where champions included Shane Lowry and Padraig Harrington.

"We're excited to partner with Arrow Global Group, Turismo de Portugal, Turismo do Algarve and Ernie Els to bring PGA Tour Champions to Portugal," said Miller Brady, President of PGA Tour Champions. "Our Tour showcases some of the greatest names in golf and we know fans across Portugal and Europe will relish the opportunity to see these players compete on one of the region's premier golf courses."

Vilamoura is one of the Algarve's most elegant destinations, known for its golden sandy beaches, outstanding gastronomy, award-winning marina, and more. Visitors can also explore the islands of the Ria Formosa, home to unique ecosystems where local fishermen harvest oysters, clams, and other seafood delicacies. The municipality of Loulé, where Vilamoura is located, offers ancient ruins and a charming traditional market worth exploring.