The Lalla Meryem Cup

Established in 1993, the Lalla Meryem Golf Cup has become a highlight of the Ladies European Tour and a tribute to excellence in women’s golf. Held on the Blue Course at Royal Golf Dar Es Salam, it brings together the tour’s top players every year.
In 2026, 132 golfers from the European Tour will compete, including Moroccan representatives Ines Laklalech, Maha Haddioui, and the reigning African Amateur Champion, Sofia Cherif Essakali. Their presence highlights the rise of Moroccan women’s golf and the Kingdom’s growing prominence on the international stage.
Since 1993, the Lalla Meryem Cup has been at the heart of women’s golf in Morocco. Created by His Late Majesty King Hassan II, it quickly established itself as a must-see event on the international calendar, joining the prestigious Ladies European Tour in 2010.
What makes the Lalla Meryem Cup unique is above all its original concept: it is played in parallel with the Hassan II Golf Trophy. On one side, the male champions compete on the legendary Red Course; on the other, the stars of women’s golf showcase their talent on the Blue Course. This rare format, symbolizing diversity, and equality in sport, gives the event a very special aura.
Over the years, the tournament has attracted the greatest female golfers of their generation. English legend Laura Davies, with 87 worldwide victories to her name, has shone here, as has France’s Gwladys Nocera. More recently, talents such as Spain’s Nuría Iturrioz and South Korea’s In-Kyung Kim have added their names to the list of winners, continuing a tradition of excellence.
We also remember the remarkable performances of Suzann Pettersen and the legendary Annika Sörenstam, the only player to have scored 59 in the tournament. Their presence left a lasting impression and helped to cement the Lalla Meryem Cup in the history of women’s golf.
But beyond the precision swings and memorable victories, what makes this tournament even more special is its trophy. Here, there is no traditional cup: the winners leave with a minaudière, an elegant jewel set with precious stones, carefully crafted, and adorned with refined details. More than a reward, it is a work of art, a precious souvenir of Morocco that the champions take with them to the four corners of the world.

Today, the Lalla Meryem Cup is more than just a competition: it is a symbol of the evolution of women’s sport and a showcase for Morocco on the international stage. Each edition attracts a growing audience, mixing connoisseurs, and curious onlookers, who come to witness a spectacle combining passion, elegance, and performance.