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Rashid D. Habib Golf: Ahmad Baig retains his title
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: Bank AL Habib’s 14th Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Professionals Golf Tournament concluded in grand fashion at the Karachi Golf Club, witnessing stellar performances from some of the finest professional golfers in Pakistan. Ahmed Baig (PAF) displayed remarkable consistency to clinch the Professional Champion Title, shooting 273 (-15) and taking home Rs 937,676. Mohammad Zubair (KGC) finished as runner-up, posting 275 (-13) and securing Rs 602,787.The event, held from February 6 to 9, 2025, brought together top senior, junior, and professional golfers, competing for a substantial prize purse across multiple categories. Mohammad Tariq (ICGC) emerged victorious in the Senior Professionals category, finishing with a total of 140 (-4) over two rounds. Aurangzeb Khan (KGC) closely followed with 141 (-3).In the Junior Professionals division, Syed Ali Noshairwan Naqvi (LGG) secured the title with a total score of 151 (+7), narrowly edging out Rehan Babar (LGG) at 152 (+8). The PRO-AM event saw 27 professionals participating, with Muhammad Zubair’s team winning the top prize of Rs 50,000. Minhaj Maqsood’s team finished as runners-up, while Shahid Javed Khan’s team claimed third place.Kamram Zahoor was the winner in KGC Caddies, Saleem Inayat in KGC Senior Professionals and Abdullah became title holder in KGC Professionals category. Top five golfers according to PGF criteria, were paid appearance money of PKR200,000 each among Mohammad Shabbir (Islamabad Golf Club), Mohammad Alam (Garrison), Mohammad Munir (Rawalpindi), Minhaj Masqood (Rawalpindi), and Mohammad Zubair (Karachi).Simimarly PKR 75,000 each were paid as appearance money to Senior Pros: Mohammad Akram, Nisar Hussain and Mohammad Tariq. PKR 150,000 were equally distributed among junior professionals Rehan Babar, Mohammad Sahil and Shahbaz Ali. Amjad Yousuf from Rawalpindi scored a spectacular Hole-in-One at Blue Hole No. 4, winning a Toyota Altis. Tallat Ijaz achieved second Hole-in-One in the same category and was awarded a Golf Kit.The Chief Guest Governor State Bank of Pakistan, Jamil Ahmed said that Bank AL Habib’s Rashid D. Habib Memorial Tournament remains a landmark in Pakistan’s golf calendar, honoring the legacy of the late Rashid D. Habib. The Chief Guest presented mementos and awards to the winners.
Rashid D Habib Golf: Ahmad Baig Maintains Lead on Day 3
Karachi (PR): Defending champion Ahmad Baig remains in top form as he continues to dominate the leaderboard at the Bank AL Habib 14th Rashid D Habib Memorial National Professional Golf Tournament. The third round of the prestigious event was played on Saturday at Karachi Golf Club, setting the stage for an exciting final showdown.The four-day tournament, running from February 6 to February 9, 2025, features a challenging 72-hole format for professional golfers. After three rounds, Ahmad Baig (RPG) leads the professional category with a total score of 207 (9 under par), closely followed by Mohammad Zubair (KGC) at 208 (8 under par). Other strong contenders include Matloob Ahmed (LGG) and Mohammad Munir (RWP), both tied at 210 (6 under par).Friday also saw the commencement of the Senior and Junior Professional categories. In the junior division, Rehan Babar (LGG) delivered an impressive performance, finishing with a score of 75. He is followed closely by Mohammad Sahil (PGC) and Shahbaz Ali (LGG), who both carded 77. These emerging talents highlight the bright future of Pakistan’s golfing scene.The senior professionals showcased their experience and skill, with Mohammad Tariq (ICGC) leading at 68, while Aurangzeb Khan (KGC) trails just behind with a score of 69. The competition remains fierce as seasoned golfers vie for top honors.The Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Professional Golf Tournament has drawn elite golfers from across the country, competing for prestige on one of Pakistan’s finest golf courses. As the tournament heads into its final round, excitement builds for the grand finale on February 9, 2025, where the nation’s top golfers will battle for the coveted title and the leader flight would tee off at 08:40am from the Red Course.
Rashid D. Habib Golf: Ahmed Baig Takes the Lead on second day
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: After two intense rounds, defending champion Ahmed Baig of RPG earned vital lead on the leaderboard with a total score of 135 (9 under par), showcasing remarkable consistency and skill in the Bank AL Habib’s 14th Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Professional Golf Tournament at Karachi Golf Club on Friday.Close behind him are Mohammad Munir (RWP) and Mohammad Zubair (KGC), both were tied at second place with scores of 137 (7 under par). Their stellar performances have set the stage for a competitive final stretch of the tournament. Other notable contenders include Hamza Taimur Amin (RMG), Tallat Ijaz (GYM), and Mudassir Iqbal (KGC), all tied at fourth place with a score of 141 (3 under par). The championship continues to bring high-level golf action, drawing enthusiasts and professionals alike to witness the intense contest.With two rounds remaining, the race for the title is still wide open. After the cut, 52 professionals will advance to the third round, while 32 senior pros and 23 junior pros will play their first round on February 8, 2025. The tournament has already delivered some impressive performances, and the upcoming rounds are set to bring even more thrilling action as the players battle for victory.Bank AL Habib’s Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Golf Tournament is a premier event in Pakistan’s golfing calendar, attracting top talent and promoting excellence in the sport. The championship will conclude on February 9, 2025, with the final round determining the ultimate winner.
Rashid D. Habib Open: Defender and runner-up share lead on first day
Abdullah AsjadKARACHI: The first round of the Bank AL Habib 14th Rashid D. Habib National Professional Golf Tournament rolled into action here at Karachi Golf Club, delivering an exhilarating day of competition as top professional golfers showcased their talent on the course.Ahmed Baig and Mohammad Zubair dominated the leaderboard, both carding an impressive 65 (-7), setting the pace for the tournament. Their stellar performances were marked by precise driving and superb putting, making them the players to watch in the coming rounds. Close on their heels, Mohammad Munir posted a solid 67 (-5), followed by Mudassir Iqbal with a 68 (-4), keeping the competition intense.The course played exceptionally well, with ideal weather conditions favoring aggressive play. The par-5 holes proved to be the biggest scoring opportunities, with many players taking advantage to gain strokes on the field. Notably, Ahmed Baig's consistency across the front and back nine helped him secure his top spot, while Zubair's precision on the greens solidified his position.Following closely behind, Mohammad Sajjad, Mohammad Sharif of Pakistan Navy (PN), and Tallat Ijaz each finished with a score of 69 (-3), positioning themselves within striking distance of the leaders. With such a tightly contested leaderboard, the next rounds promise to deliver thrilling golf action. Two of the amateurs broke 80 namely Sadiq Habib (77) and Arsalan Shikoh Khan (78).“This championship always brings out the best in the players, and today was no exception,” said tournament director Commodore Zafar and the chief referee Col Zahid. “The competition is heating up, and we anticipate an exciting battle over the next three days.”
Rashid D. Habib Golf Tournament to start on February 6 in Karachi
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: The Bank AL Habib’s 14th Rashid D. Habib Memorial National Professional Golf Tournament 2025 will tee off on Thursday, 6th February at the picturesque Karachi Golf Club (KGC). The final round will be played on Sunday, 9th February 2025.More than a hundred top golfers will compete in the Professionals category for one of the most coveted four-day National Competition of the Annual Golf Season. Last year, Ahmad Baig of RPG won the coveted trophy by carding 275, 13 under par, to win the tournament. Muhammad Zubair of KGC was the runner-up by carding 282, 6 under par. Prior to this event, a two-day match for local KGC Professionals, Senior Professionals and KGC Caddies, the 24th edition of Rashid D. Habib Memorial Golf Tournament, is being played on 3rd and 4th February 2025. This Year Bank AL Habib PRO-AM Golf tournament has also been added for the encouragement and collaboration of Professionals with Amateurs to support and develop professional golf at KGC. The total Prize Money of PKR 12 million includes PKR 9.4 M for Best Performers in National Professional Category, PKR 1.95 M for KGC Professionals, Caddies and Senior Pros, as well as the newly added amateur category. Appearance Money for Top professionals has been enhanced to record PKR 1.37 Million. For encouragement of golf this year top three Junior professionals have also been considered for appearance money. The Appearance Money is distributed amongst the top five Professionals including top three Senior Professionals and Junior Professionals, as per PGF current order of merit.The lucky players achieving first hole-in-one will also be rewarded with a Toyota Corolla and a Suzuki Alto in National and Local KGC categories respectively. The prize distribution ceremony will be held on 9th Feb 2025.
Ahmed Zafar Hayat lifts CNS Amateur Golf Championship 2024
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Ahmed Zafar Hayat has won the title of the 17th Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Amateur Golf Cup that concluded here at the Margalla Greens Golf Club on Sunday. The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf graced the closing ceremony as chief guest and distributed the prizes among the players.President of the Pakistan Golf Federation (PGF), Lt Gen Qazi Mohammad Ikram Ahmed, and CEO of Serena Hotels, Aziz Bolani, were also present.Prize Winners (Subsidiary Prizes):Longest Drive – Humna Amjad (Rumanza) – Distance: 206 yardsClosest to Pin – Zhao Xiao Lan (Margalla) – Distance: 18 feetLongest Drive – Mohammad Hassan Shahid (Rawalpindi) – Distance: 272 yardsClosest to Pin – Mohammad Mahad Khan (PAFI) – Distance: 2 ft 9 inLongest Drive – Admiral Mohammad Amjad Khan Niazi (MGGC) – Distance: 271 yardsClosest to Pin – Brig Shuaib Kiani (RGC) – Distance: 3 ft 10 inLongest Drive –Hassan Abbasi (RGC) – Distance: 294 yardsClosest to Pin – Noman Asghar (GYM) – Distance: 6 ftJunior Boys3rd Net – Master Hassan Shahid (Rawalpindi GC) – 3 under parRunners Up Net – Master Mohammad Tauseef (Rawalpindi GC) – 6 under parNet Winner – Master Mohammad Abbas (Sona GC) – 12 under parSenior Amateur (Men):3rd Net – Brig Mohammad Aslam (RGC) – 1 under parRunners Up Net – Brig Hamid Ali Bashir (RGC) – 2 under parNet Winner – Maj Shuaib Ud Din (RGC) – 2 under parAmateur Ladies:3rd Net – Zeenat Ayesha (ICGC) – 3 over parRunners Up Net – Hajra Ajmal (RGC) – 1 under parNet Winner – Zhao Xiao Lan (MGGC) – 7 under parAmateur Men (Handicap 5 – 9):3rd Net – Cdr Mohammad Naeem Mirza (MGGC) – 2 under parRunners Up Net – Col Ali Uzair (RGC) – 3 under parNet Winner – Hassan Abbasi (RGC) – 7 under parAmateur Men (Handicap 4.4 & Below):3rd Net – Khalid Mehmood (RGC) – 1 under parRunners Up Net – Cdre Shahid Masood (MGGC) – 4 under parNet Winner – Mohammad Irtaza Hussain (MGGC) – 11 under parGross Prizes (Junior Boys):3rd Gross – Master Abdullah Ansar Raja (KGC) – 5 over parRunners Up Gross – Mahad Khan II (PAF I) – 5 over parGross Winner – Abdullah Khan (RGC) – Even parSenior Amateur (Men)3rd Gross – Brig Mohammad Masood Qureshi (RGC) – 13 over parRunners Up Gross – Brig Mohsin Farooq Malik (RGC) – 13 over par Gross Winner – Capt Alam Afzal PN (MGGC) – 5 over parAmateur Ladies:3rd Gross – Anna James Gill (Royal Palm) – 24 over parRunners Up Gross – Ami Quin (Garden) – 17 over parGross Winner – Humna Amjad (Rumanza) – 8 over parAmateur Men (Handicap 5 – 9):3rd Gross – Mohammad Yasir Khokhar (PAFI) – 15 over parRunners Up Gross – Bilal Tariq Khan (MGGC) – 13 over parGross Winner – Rashid Riaz Malik (ICGC) – 5 over parAmateur Men (Handicap 4.4 & Below):3rd Gross – Umer Farooq (MGGC) – 6 over parRunners Up Gross – Inam Ul Haq Malik (Garden) – 5 over parChampion – Ahmad Zafar Hayat (MGGC) – 7 under par
CNS Amateur Golf Championship: Mohammad Irtaza earns 2 stokes lead
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Mohammad Irtaza Hussain (67) earned a vital 2 points lead on the second day of the 17th Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Amateur Golf Championship 2024 here at Margalla Green Golf Club (MGGC) on Friday. Ahmed Zafar Hayat was second with the score of 69 points.Humma Amjad maintained her lead with (150) on the second day followed by Ami Qin with (159) score. Alam Afzal also maintained his lead on the second day.Results (Day-2)Amateurs: Mohammad Irtaza Hussain (67), Ahmed Zafar Hayat (69), Mohammad Yasir Khokhar (72), Bilawal Khan (72), Nouman Asgher (72), Mohammad Moazzam Khan (73), Mohammad Umer Khokhar (74)Ladies:Humna Amjad (150), Ami Qin (159), Zebunnisa (166), Anna James Gill (166), Zhao Xiao Lan (171), Tehmina Ahmed (173), Zeenat Ayesha (179), Hajra Ajmal (179)Seniors: Alam Afzal (147), Shuaib ud Din (150), Mohammad Masood Qureshi (155), Mohsin Farooq Malik (155), Khalid Mohammad Ameen (156), Mohammad Abrar Khan (156), Mohammad Orangzeb (159), Ameen Raja (160).
Chief of Naval Staff Amateur Golf Championship to start on Thursday
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: The 17th Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Amateur Golf Championship 2024 will tee off on Thursday (October 31) here at Margalla Green Golf Club (MGGC), this was revealed by Patron of Pakistan Navy Golf (North) Commodore Saqib Ilyas at a press conference on Wednesday.Saqib Ilyas further divulged media persons that around 300 golfers from all over the country would take part in the four different categories during the 4-day prestigious national annual golf fixture. For the first time in the history of CNS Golf Championship winner will be decided of gross score.
Federal Golf Association Juniors Golf Coaching Program concludes
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: The Federal Golf Association (FGA) Juniors Golf Coaching Program 2024 has ended here at Margalla Green Golf Club (MGGC), as 50 young golfers participated in two weeks of training camps under the banner of FGA.According to an official of FGA, The Federal Golf Association (FGA) continues its commitment to promoting golf with professionalism. Special thanks were extended to Zahid Arbab, President of FGA, for his extensive support, and to Wing Commander (Retd) I N Khokhar (Former Pakistan National Golf Player), Secretary of FGA, for his invaluable contributions. Recognition was also given to the hard work and dedication of Tehmina Ahmed, Director of the Training Program, whose efforts were instrumental in the program's success.The FGA Juniors Coaching Program aims to teach the basics of golf while also focusing on character development, patience, and sportsmanship. The program also benefits parents by engaging their children in a positive, active sport that fosters citizenship and responsibility. Certificates and medals were distributed to the junior participants, celebrating their achievements and dedication.
PGF announces to organize 22 golf events in next 5 months
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Pakistan Golf Federation (PGF) revealed that PGF would stage as many as 22 national golf events during the next five months in different cities of the country, said an official of PFG in a press release here on Monday.According to an official of PFG, the federation has finalized the calendar for the second half of 2024, showcasing an exciting lineup of 22 national golf events. This ambitious schedule is set to bring together golfers from across the country, highlighting Pakistan’s growing stature in the golfing world and the federation’s commitment to the sport’s development.Top-ranking professional, and amateur events including the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Open Golf Championship, Independence Day Cup Open, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Open Golf Championship, Punjab Open Golf Championship, Chief of Air Staff (CAS) Open Golf Championship, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) Open Golf Championship, and Sindh Open Golf Championship will be played during five months.President PGF Qazi Mohammad Ikram Ahmed said: “This calendar reflects our dedication to promoting golf at all levels in Pakistan. We aim to provide ample opportunities for our golfers to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience.”Event Schedule:August 8, 2024: CNS Open, KarachiAugust 15, 2024: Sindh Jinnah Tour, KarachiAugust 22, 2024: Independent Day Cup KarachiSeptember 5, 2024: Sindh Ladies Amateur, KarachiSeptember 19, 2024: COAS Open, RawalpindiSeptember 26, 2024: Nur Khan Memorial Open, PeshawarOctober 3, 2024: CNS Amateur, LahoreOctober 3, 2024: FGA Ladies Amateur, IslamabadOctober 17, 2024: Corps Comd Open, GujranwalaOctober 24, 2024: KPK Amateur Championship, PeshawarOctober 31, 2024: Garrison Open, LahoreOctober 31, 2024: CNS Amateur Margalla, IslamabadNovember 7, 2024: Royal Palm Team Trophy, LahoreNovember 7, 2024: Major General Shahid Hamid Open, MultanNovember 14, 2024: Punjab Open, LahoreNovember 21, 2024: Chairman WAPDA AmateurNovember 28, 2024: CAS Open, KarachiDecember 4, 2024: CJCSC Open, KarachiDecember 5, 2024: KPGA Ladies Amateur Soni Wali Cup, PeshawarDecember 5, 2024: Governor Cup Amateur, LahoreDecember 12, 2024: Sindh Open, KarachiDecember 26, 2024: Quaid-e-Azam Amateur, Lahore.
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