The 28th Chief of the Naval Staff Open Golf Championship is set to begin at the scenic Karachi Golf Club from August 8 to August 11. The opening ceremony was held today with Commander Karachi, Rear Admiral Muhammad Saleem, officiating as the chief guest. During the media brief, Commodore Rashid Mahmood Sheikh, Patron of Pakistan Navy Golf (South), provided an overview of the championship's highlights and various competition categories. The event will feature matches in the Professionals, Senior Professionals, Junior Professionals, Amateurs, Seniors, Veterans, Ladies Juniors, and Pro Amateurs divisions.

Significant prizes, including cash awards, will be given across different categories, with a special 'Toyota Fortuner' for any player who scores a 'Hole in One'. Initiated by the Pakistan Navy in 1995, the Chief of the Naval Staff Open Golf Championship has become a premier event on the national golf calendar, organized in collaboration with the Pakistan Golf Federation. The tournament not only promotes golf but also serves as a platform to project Pakistan’s image as a peaceful, sports-loving nation. The opening ceremony saw participation from sponsors, golf enthusiasts, and media representatives.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan