Egyptian Golf Federation Revives Amateur Open Championship
After a 15-year hiatus, teh Egyptian Amateur Open golf championship has been relaunched as part of the Arab Golf Series, signaling a renewed focus on growing the sport’s presence in Egypt adn the broader region. The announcement was made by Omar Hisham Talaat, head of the Egyptian Golf Federation, at a launch ceremony on Wednesday evening.
Talaat emphasized the historical importance of the championship, which originated in 1920, describing it as a long-standing “symbol of integrity, sportsmanship, and national pride” for Egyptian golf. He stated the 2025 tournament represents a fresh start for the sport within Egypt and the Arab world.
The inclusion of the Amateur Open in the Arab Golf Series is intended too elevate the profile of Arab golf and cultivate a larger pool of professional players.Talaat highlighted positive developments within Egyptian golf, including expanding junior programs, the return of experienced players, and the emergence of promising new talent. He affirmed the federation is committed to building a modern system based on good governance and professional management.
Adding to the opportunities for rising stars, top performers in the Amateur Open will be invited to compete in the professional Egyptian Open, in collaboration with the Asian Tour, and the Red Sea International Golf Championship, both upcoming events. The federation will ensure fair player selection through open qualifiers.
Talaat concluded by stating the tournament is more than just a competition, representing confidence in Egyptian and Arab golfing abilities and a shared ambition for a successful future for the sport, marking what he called a “new golden age” for the next generation of champions. The launch event was attended by Ghassan Kabbani, vice President of the Africa Golf Confederation, and Mohamed Aziz El Fetni, a member of the executive office of the Arab golf Federation.
