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Egypt Today
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Today
Egypt earns praise for hosting 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies
Egypt has received widespread praise from Arab nations for its organisation of the 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies, held this month with broad participation from 12 Arab countries. Participants and golf enthusiasts commended Egypt for the level of organisation, the quality of the host clubs and courses at Madinaty and Katameya Dunes, and the diverse entertainment activities held alongside the major tournament. The event was organised by the Egyptian Golf Federation, chaired by Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, in cooperation with the Arab Golf Federation. The championship commenced on Wednesday, 7 May, with a grand opening attended by Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports. Sobhy affirmed that hosting the tournament aligns with the state's vision to support sports and expand youth participation, particularly in specialised sports like golf. Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, also participated in the opening, noting that the championship represents an important platform for discovering promising talents across the Arab world. He added, 'We seek to host international tournaments to restore Egypt's leadership in the sport of golf.' Throughout the championship, players competed for titles at the Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies on the courses of Madinaty and Katameya Dunes. This year's edition was also distinguished by the organisation of various entertainment events, such as a golf festival, which attracted hundreds of young people to promote the sport and expand its player base. Participating players praised the excellent organisation of the current Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies, highlighting the preparations made to ensure a competitive atmosphere and facilitate top performances. They also commended the standard of the courses and the availability of necessary facilities, in addition to the inclusion of entertainment activities for the first time at the championship level.
Daily News Egypt
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt earns praise for hosting 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies
Egypt has received widespread praise from Arab nations for its organisation of the 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies, held this month with broad participation from 12 Arab countries. Participants and golf enthusiasts commended Egypt for the level of organisation, the quality of the host clubs and courses at Madinaty and Katameya Dunes, and the diverse entertainment activities held alongside the major tournament. The event was organised by the Egyptian Golf Federation, chaired by Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, in cooperation with the Arab Golf Federation. The championship commenced on Wednesday, 7 May, with a grand opening attended by Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports. Sobhy affirmed that hosting the tournament aligns with the state's vision to support sports and expand youth participation, particularly in specialised sports like golf. Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, also participated in the opening, noting that the championship represents an important platform for discovering promising talents across the Arab world. He added, 'We seek to host international tournaments to restore Egypt's leadership in the sport of golf.' Throughout the championship, players competed for titles at the Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies on the courses of Madinaty and Katameya Dunes. This year's edition was also distinguished by the organisation of various entertainment events, such as a golf festival, which attracted hundreds of young people to promote the sport and expand its player base. Participating players praised the excellent organisation of the current Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies, highlighting the preparations made to ensure a competitive atmosphere and facilitate top performances. They also commended the standard of the courses and the availability of necessary facilities, in addition to the inclusion of entertainment activities for the first time at the championship level.
Egypt Today
08-05-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Today
Omar Talaat Mostafa Presents Ambitious Vision to Boost Egypt's Tourism Revenue Through Golf
The Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies commenced on Wednesday at the Madinaty and Katameya Dunes golf courses in Egypt, and will run until Saturday. The event, described as the first and largest Arab golf event of its kind, is also serving as a platform to highlight Egypt's ambitious vision to significantly increase its tourism revenues through golf tourism. Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, speaking as a guest on the 'Mal'ab ON' programme with journalist Ibrahim Abdel Gawad, stated that the championship's activities would extend beyond sporting competitions. He explained that the event aims to offer unique experiences for families, featuring exciting shows and a golf festival held on the sidelines. An open invitation was extended to Egyptian families to participate and learn more about the sport. Discussing the golf industry from an investment perspective, Moustafa noted that many countries have successfully leveraged the sport to attract tourists and generate substantial income. He pointed out that Egypt received approximately 15 million tourists last year, with a strategic plan in place to double this figure to 30 million. Moustafa suggested that golf tourism could be a significant component of this plan. He drew comparisons, emphasising that Costa del Sol in Spain boasts over 70 courses, attracting around 1.2 million golf tourists annually. Similarly, the Turkish city of Belek, with 15 courses, welcomes 140,000 golf tourists each year. Moustafa explained that Egypt currently has 25 existing golf courses, which are visited by only 30,000 tourists annually. He stated that these courses have the capacity to host 50,000 rounds of golf per year, yet currently, no more than 10,000 rounds are played annually. He added that Egypt has the potential to attract a specific segment of tourists interested in playing the sport, noting that there is already high demand for such activities. He asserted that Egypt is well-positioned to implement this vision. 'The average duration of a golf tourist's trip is five days, with only two days dedicated to playing, while the remaining time is spent visiting tourist, heritage, and entertainment attractions,' Moustafa said. 'With a simple calculation, hosting an additional 40,000 golf rounds could attract 16,000 tourists per course in Egypt, totalling 400,000 new tourists.' Moustafa further elaborated on the economic benefits: 'Studies indicate that the spending level of a golf tourist is four times higher than that of an average tourist. This means that while the average spending of 15 million traditional tourists is approximately $15 billion, at an average of $1,000 per tourist, a golf tourist spends $4,000. If 400,000 tourists visit the country annually, this could generate $1.6 billion.' He recalled Egypt's successful hosting of an 'Asian Tour' international championship three years ago, which was broadcast in over 45 countries. 'This is the model Egypt can implement to attract golf enthusiasts, especially since Egypt possesses competitive advantages over the cities previously mentioned,' Moustafa stated. 'Tourists will have the opportunity to enjoy unique Egyptian coastal destinations, as well as tourist, archaeological, and heritage sites.' Mohamed Anwar, Vice President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, sought to dispel common misconceptions about the sport. 'Golf is not a sport for the wealthy or elderly as some imagine,' Anwar affirmed. 'The age range of golfers is varied, and it is a game played by children, youth, adults, and women. The stereotype some hold about this sport has changed globally, where the sport was viewed narrowly until the 1990s. That perception has completely changed in the world and must change in Egypt too. Incidentally, most players in Egypt belong to middle-class families, not the wealthy class as some believe.' Adding to the discussion, Egyptian international golfer Captain Amr Abou El Ela noted the growing trend of this type of tourism in the Arab region. 'Dubai has become a major destination for golfers, and Agadir in Morocco and Port El Kantaoui in Sousse, Tunisia, have become among the most important destinations for players in the Arab region,' Abou El Ela said. 'Egypt has a great opportunity to benefit from its tourism assets to attract this type of tourism.'
Daily News Egypt
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily News Egypt
Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies Kicks Off in Egypt's Madinaty, Katameya Dunes
The Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies commenced on Wednesday at the Madinaty and Katameya Dunes golf courses in Egypt, and will run until Saturday. The event, described as the first and largest Arab golf event of its kind, is also serving as a platform to highlight Egypt's ambitious vision to significantly increase its tourism revenues through golf tourism. Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, speaking as a guest on the 'Mal'ab ON' programme with journalist Ibrahim Abdel Gawad, stated that the championship's activities would extend beyond sporting competitions. He explained that the event aims to offer unique experiences for families, featuring exciting shows and a golf festival held on the sidelines. An open invitation was extended to Egyptian families to participate and learn more about the sport. Discussing the golf industry from an investment perspective, Moustafa noted that many countries have successfully leveraged the sport to attract tourists and generate substantial income. He pointed out that Egypt received approximately 15 million tourists last year, with a strategic plan in place to double this figure to 30 million. Moustafa suggested that golf tourism could be a significant component of this plan. He drew comparisons, emphasising that Costa del Sol in Spain boasts over 70 courses, attracting around 1.2 million golf tourists annually. Similarly, the Turkish city of Belek, with 15 courses, welcomes 140,000 golf tourists each year. Moustafa explained that Egypt currently has 25 existing golf courses, which are visited by only 30,000 tourists annually. He stated that these courses have the capacity to host 50,000 rounds of golf per year, yet currently, no more than 10,000 rounds are played annually. He added that Egypt has the potential to attract a specific segment of tourists interested in playing the sport, noting that there is already high demand for such activities. He asserted that Egypt is well-positioned to implement this vision. 'The average duration of a golf tourist's trip is five days, with only two days dedicated to playing, while the remaining time is spent visiting tourist, heritage, and entertainment attractions,' Moustafa said. 'With a simple calculation, hosting an additional 40,000 golf rounds could attract 16,000 tourists per course in Egypt, totalling 400,000 new tourists.' Moustafa further elaborated on the economic benefits: 'Studies indicate that the spending level of a golf tourist is four times higher than that of an average tourist. This means that while the average spending of 15 million traditional tourists is approximately $15 billion, at an average of $1,000 per tourist, a golf tourist spends $4,000. If 400,000 tourists visit the country annually, this could generate $1.6 billion.' He recalled Egypt's successful hosting of an 'Asian Tour' international championship three years ago, which was broadcast in over 45 countries. 'This is the model Egypt can implement to attract golf enthusiasts, especially since Egypt possesses competitive advantages over the cities previously mentioned,' Moustafa stated. 'Tourists will have the opportunity to enjoy unique Egyptian coastal destinations, as well as tourist, archaeological, and heritage sites.' Mohamed Anwar, Vice President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, sought to dispel common misconceptions about the sport. 'Golf is not a sport for the wealthy or elderly as some imagine,' Anwar affirmed. 'The age range of golfers is varied, and it is a game played by children, youth, adults, and women. The stereotype some hold about this sport has changed globally, where the sport was viewed narrowly until the 1990s. That perception has completely changed in the world and must change in Egypt too. Incidentally, most players in Egypt belong to middle-class families, not the wealthy class as some believe.' Adding to the discussion, Egyptian international golfer Captain Amr Abou El Ela noted the growing trend of this type of tourism in the Arab region. 'Dubai has become a major destination for golfers, and Agadir in Morocco and Port El Kantaoui in Sousse, Tunisia, have become among the most important destinations for players in the Arab region,' Abou El Ela said. 'Egypt has a great opportunity to benefit from its tourism assets to attract this type of tourism.'
Egypt Today
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Today
Cairo's Madinaty and Katameya Dunes Golf Courses set to host 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship from May 7-10
Cairo is preparing to host the 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies from May 7 to 10, utilising the courses at Madinaty Golf Club and Katameya Dunes Golf Club, the Arab Golf Federation and the Egyptian Golf Federation have announced. In a joint statement, the federations outlined the tournament format and participating teams for the upcoming event. The championship schedule will commence with an opening ceremony on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Official competitions are set to begin on Thursday, May 8, concluding with a closing ceremony on Saturday, May 10, 2025. More than 110 players representing 13 nations are confirmed to participate in the championship. The competing countries include Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, the Sultanate of Oman, Palestine, Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates, and the host nation, Egypt. The organisers have confirmed the competition categories, which include: Ladies, Girls Under-16, Girls Under-13, Boys Under-18, Boys Under-16, and Boys Under-13. Responsibilities for hosting will be divided between the two venues; Katameya Dunes Golf Club will stage the Boys and Girls Under-13 categories, while Madinaty Golf Club will host the remaining five categories. Regarding the format, team competitions will be held across all categories except for the Girls Under-13 group, which is being organised as a developmental experience. The competitions for Boys and Girls Under-13 will be contested over 36 holes. The other categories (Ladies, Girls U-16, Boys U-18, Boys U-16) will compete over 54 holes. Omar Hisham Talaat Moustafa, President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, commented on the upcoming event: 'We are just days away from the start of the Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies, scheduled for May 7th, and we are all enthusiastic about hosting this significant event on the Arab Golf Federation calendar. We extend our gratitude to the Arab Golf Federation for their support, cooperation, and dedicated efforts to ensure the success of this event.' He added, 'This championship is the result of collaborative efforts between the Arab and Egyptian Federations to organize one of the premier tournaments for Arab amateur golfers across the Arab world.' For further information, please visit the official websites of the organising bodies:
