Karachi: August 13, 2014 – Faysal Bank 16th Sindh Open Golf Championship carrying one of the highest prize money (Rs. 2 Million) ever offered in a golf tournament in Pakistan will tee off here on August 15, 2014 at the wind swept, evergreen Arabian Sea Country Club.
The three day event is to be played over 54 holes from August 15 to 17, 2014. It has attracted all the top professionals from across the country, top amateur stars, seniors, ladies and juniors in good numbers to come and participate in this challenge.
Last year’s winner Muhammed Siddique and runner up Shabbir Iqbal will be amongst the 200 plus participants who will be vying to grab the top honor at the event.
Salman Jahangir will be defending his amateur title and Ghani Khan the senior pro crown.
Arabian Sea Country Club is a par 72 course rated the best in the region and poses huge challenges for the professionals. The course designed by the Japanese company Tai Sei Corporation is now ready to welcome professionals and even amateurs ensuring a world class golfing experience. It is a complete golfer’s paradise where one can reach upon the lush green carpet of fresh grass along with the beautiful winds.
Rs. 1.5 million cash prize has been reserved for the Professional event, Rs. 0.5 Million will be distributed to the Senior Professionals.
The Professional and Amateur will be played over 54 holes while the Senior Event will be contested over 36 holes. The junior’s event will be played over 36 holes whilst Ladies Tournament will be played over 18 holes.
The Championship’s main sponsor Faysal Bank is a firm supporter of the domestic sports platform for many years now, and believes in the power of positive self-worth and credence. The talent exhibited on ground through these tournaments is certainly an eye opener which is nurtured and goes on to represent Pakistan on international forums.
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