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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
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Today
Golf Festival in Cairo to mark Arab Golf Federation's 50th anniversary
A 'Golf Festival' will be held alongside the 2025 Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies in Cairo from May 7th to 10th, marking the 50th anniversary of the Arab Golf Federation, the organisers announced. The Arab Golf Federation and the Egyptian Golf Federation stated the Golf festival is part of the celebrations for the AGF's founding anniversary. The championship itself, taking place from May 7th to 10th, will feature competitions in six categories. Over 110 players from 12 nations – Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates, and host nation Egypt – are confirmed to participate. Tournament activities will be split between two venues. The opening ceremony is scheduled for May 7th at Madinaty Golf Club. Official competition rounds will be held on May 8th and 9th at Katameya Dunes Golf Club. The event concludes with the closing ceremony and prize distribution on May 10th, returning to Madinaty Golf Club. Running alongside the main competition, the 'Golf Festival' aims to attract the public and increase community engagement with golf. It will be hosted at Madinaty Golf Club on Thursday, May 8th (10:30 AM – 6:00 PM), Friday, May 9th (10:30 AM – 6:00 PM), and Saturday, May 10th (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM). Festival attractions include performances by The Trick Shot Boys, known for artistic golf exhibitions, and the presence of international golf education expert Nick Horrocks, who focuses on developing golf teaching programmes. Entertainment activities, prize giveaways, and food and beverage options will also be available, the organisers said. Free registration for the Golf Festival is available via the following link: The Pan Arab Golf Championship for Juniors and Ladies in Egypt serves as the inaugural event of the newly established Arab Golf Series (AGS). According to the organisers, the AGS provides a unified tournament schedule for the region with an official, independent ranking system. This structure is intended to offer Arab golfers a clear progression path by earning ranking points, which can then be used to qualify for professional tournaments. The series aims to enhance competition and support the discovery and development of emerging golf talent in the Arab world.
