Calm reigns at Qatar Masters

WITH war seemingly just over the horizon, security has been increased for the European golf tour event being played in Qatar this week.

But the added measures do not even come close to the steps taken for last September's Ryder Cup at The Belfry, where everybody entering the grounds was searched each day and armed officers provided round-the-clock protection.

Doha Golf Club could have been any tour venue yesterday as players practised for the £1million event starting today.