(Hai Phong, Vietnam)—From October 30th to November 1st, the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) is hosting the 2024 APGC Senior Championship at Vinperal Golf Hai Phong in Hai Phong, Vietnam. General Abdulla AlHashmi, Saeed Malik, Walid Alattar, Salem Dasmal, and Mohammed Darwish will represent the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF).

The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC)’s Senior Amateur Championship is scheduled to run at the Vinperal Golf Hai Phong in Hai Phong Vietnam hosted by the Vietnam Golf Association (VGA). Vinpearl Resort & Golf Nam Hoi An, a jewel in Vietnam’s golfing crown, will provide the perfect setting for this prestigious championship. The world-class golf course, meticulously designed to challenge and inspire, coupled with the luxurious amenities of Vinpearl Resort, promises an unforgettable experience for participants.

Participants will compete in individual and team events, with the champion earning a slot at the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews (R&A)’s Senior Amateur Championship. The winning teams will be determined by the lowest aggregate of the three best gross scores. Representing the UAE team are General Abdulla AlHashmi, Saeed Malik, Walid Alattar, Salem Dasma. Mohammed Darwish will compete in the individual competition.

The APGC Senior Amateur Championship is the Asia-Pacific’s team and individual championship for senior male and female golfers and is expected to attract over 100 golfers from countries and territories among 47 APGC members, including Vietnam, Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, New Zealand, Hong Kong (China), Taiwan (China), India, Thailand, and Malaysia. Eligible players are male amateurs who have reached their 55th birthday by November 1^st.

“It is important for us to represent our country and show the world that we have representation at all levels and ages, said Vice Chairman of the EGF, General Abdullah Alhashmi.

“We look forward to continuing to support and participate in many more events showing our commitment to the development of the sport within our country”, General Alhashmi added.

To follow the action of Team UAE, follow the Emirates Golf Federation on social media.

Elite International Championship, National Championship, & Future Falcons Championship

Al Ain, UAE: Excitement is starting to build as a host of star amateur names prepare to descend on Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club this week to battle it out for the inaugural edition of the UAE CUP sponsored by HSBC, set for 25-27 October 2024.

The Elite division will span all three days, with players vying for World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points, where the top male winner will earn an invitation to a Challenge Tour event and the top female winner will receive an invite to a Ladies European Tour event.

Additionally, the UAE Nationals tournament will take place over the weekend, and the innovative Future Falcons Par 3 Championship will be hosted for juniors of all skill levels.

“We are thrilled to host the UAE Cup, an event that not only highlights the exceptional skill of some of the world’s best amateur golfers but also strengthens international ties within the sport,” said General Abdullah Alhashmi, Vice Chairman of the Emirates Golf Federation.

“This collaboration between national and international players reflects our vision for the future of golf in the UAE. We believe that events like this will further enhance our reputation on the global golfing stage.

“As we welcome participants to Al Ain and the UAE, we anticipate three unforgettable days of competition and camaraderie. Together, we are establishing a new benchmark for amateur golf in the region.”

The event will showcase an impressive lineup of high-profile international players, including Ireland’s Emma Fleming, who has already made her Ladies European Tour debut. Joining her in Al Ain will be Singapore’s Justin Kuk, who recently debuted on the Asian Development Tour as well as clinching victory in his country’s amateur open.

Alongside the international contingent will be a host of highly-talented UAE amateurs, including three-time Presidents Cup winner Ahmad Skaik along with his 17-year-old brother Mohammad Skaik who recently claimed headlines with a stunning round of 66 at the Boys Pan Arab Youth Championships in Tunisia last month.

“I’m looking forward to the event, it’s going to be a very strong field with players from many countries around the world and hopefully I can play well there,” said Mohamad.

“It would be very good for me to win that event. A UAE National winning the UAE CUP would be very nice, especially with it being a WAGR event. It’s a chance to show how good we are.”

The UAE CUP sponsored by HSBC is poised to be a landmark tournament, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to competitive excellence and the development of golf at all levels. With the support of partners like HSBC and a focus on nurturing future talent, this tournament aims to inspire the next generation of golfers while providing a memorable experience for all participants.

To learn more about the UAE CUP please email the EGF at event@egfgolf.com.

 

(Hai Phong, Vietnam) – On October 15^th – 18^th 2024, the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC) is hosting the 30^th Nomura Cup at Vinperal Golf Hai Phong in Hai Phong Vietnam. Representing the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) will be Ahmad Skaik, Jonathan Selvaraj, and Sam Mullane.

The Nomura Cup, also known as the APGC Team Championship, is a biennial amateur team golf championship for men. Starting in 1963, the 2024 edition of the APGC Team Championship will host over 15 different countries. The tournament is held over four days with 18 holes of stroke play on each day, the best two daily rounds counting for the team score. The tournament has been dominated by Australia, who have won the Cup 10 times, and Japan, who are seven-time winners. This event also has an individual champion.

The 30^th Nomura Cup will be played on the Ninperal Golf Hai Phong – Marsh Course. Maxing out at 7,508 yards, par 72, the Marsh Course is known for its challenging natural marshy terrain. Five out of the final six holes have water hazards which will make the finish for this championship a true test.

“This might be one of the strongest teams that we have representing at the UAE at the Nomura Cup. These gentlemen are ready, and we are excited to see how we match up with the other strong nations of the APGC.”, said Secretary General Khalid Mubarak Al Shamsi.

Captained by UAE National Golf Coach, Faycel Serghin, this team is looking to make an impact. With plenty of international experience from Skaik and Mullane, team UAE should have a strong showing. Accompanying the team will also be Secretary General Khalid Mubarak Al Shamsi.

The first round of play will start on Tuesday morning. To follow the action of Team UAE follow the Emirates Golf Federation on social media.

 

 

(Gotemba, Japan) – The Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC), the Masters Tournament and The R&A today announced that the 16th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship will be contested at Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), 23-26 October 2025. The Championship will return to Dubai and the Middle East for the second time after its debut in the region in 2021.

 

The field is comprised annually of the top male amateurs in the Asia-Pacific region representing the 43 Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation affiliated organizations. The champion of the 2025 Asia-Pacific Amateur will receive an invitation to compete in the following year’s Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club and an exemption into The 154th Open at Royal Birkdale. The runner(s)-up will gain a place in the Final Qualifying for The Open.

“We have a proud tradition of hosting the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship at world-class venues and are continuing that with the hosting of the 2025 edition at Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course,” said Taimur Hassan Amin, Chairman of the Asia-Pacific Golf Confederation, on behalf of the Founding Partners.

“Dubai and the United Arab Emirates have a rich history of golf in the region, including the 2021 Asia-Pacific Amateur won by Keita Nakajima, and we are thrilled to watch some of the best players in the world return next year.”

“We have seen firsthand the growth of golf and a number of prestigious tournaments in the United Arab Emirates over the years and we are excited for the 2025 Asia-Pacific Amateur to continue that legacy.”

Notable past competitors include Hideki Matsuyama, a two-time winner of the Asia-Pacific Amateur and the 2021 Masters champion, and Cameron Smith, champion of The 150th Open. Other top players that have used the Asia-Pacific Amateur as a springboard to a notable professional career include Australia’s Cameron Davis and Min Woo Lee, Chinese Taipei’s C.T. Pan, the Republic of Korea’s Si-Woo Kim and Kyoung-Hoon Lee, Japan’s Takumi Kanaya and Keita Nakajima and New Zealand’s Ryan Fox. Collectively, alumni of the Championship have gone on to win 27 tournaments on the PGA Tour to date and more than 130 events across major professional tours.

“Bringing the collection of talent from across the Asia-Pacific region to Emirates Golf Club in 2025 will be an honor,” said General Abdullah Al Hashmi, Vice Chairman of the Emirates Golf Federation.

Designed by Karl Litten and established in 1988 as the first grass course in the Middle East, Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course is located south of downtown Dubai and enjoys views of the city’s skyline. The Majlis Course annually serves as the host of the DP World Tour’s Dubai Desert Classic, an event won by the likes of Seve Ballesteros, Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Ernie Els, the latter of which owns the course record of 61. Australia’s Lucas Herbert won the Dubai Desert Classic in 2020 to become the first alum to win the event five years after his final appearance at the Asia-Pacific Amateur. Emirates Golf Club will host the Asia-Pacific Amateur for the first time.

(Gammarth, Tunisia) –  On September 27 – 29, 2024 Rayan Ahmed led the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Boys 18 & Under Team to the Silver Medal at the 2024 Pan Arab Ladies and Youth Golf Championships at The Residences Golf Course in Gammarth, Tunisia.

Rayan also took the Silver Medal in the Boys 18 & Under Individual Category shooting rounds of 71-70-74 for a championship total of 215, 1-under-par. Mohammad Skaik was UAE’s second-counting scores’ for the UAE Team with rounds of 66-78-79. Skaik’s first round of 66 was the lowest round he recorded in a championship event, Skaik finished in Sixth Place in the Individual Category. Neyl Cherrat was the last player to represent the team while finishing in Ninth Place in the Individual Category.

The championships also hosted a Boys 16 & Under and Boys 13 & Under Divisions. Representing the UAE Boys 16 & Under Team were Mohammed Thabet, Abdualla Darwash, and Abdulla Salmeen. The UAE Boys 16 & Under Team finished in Sixth Place in the championships.

Morocco won the Gold Medal in the 18 and 13 & Under Divisions. Host country Tunisia won the Gold Medal in the Boys 16 & Under Division.

The 2024 Pan Arab Ladies and Youth Championships was the 23rd edition of the Boys 18 and 16 & Under Championships. Rated the top golf course in Tunisia, The Residences Golf Course is a Robert Trent Jones II designed 18-hole championship course that played a good test for the junior golfers.

Traveling with the teams were EGF Officials, Secretary General Mr. Khalid Mubarak Al Shamsi, Director General Mr. Akram Skaik, and National Team Coaches Faycal Serghini and Samir Wallani.

Following the 2024 Ladies and Youth Pan Arab Championships, Vice-Chairman General Abdullah Al Hashmi said, “We are all extremely proud of our teams’ performance this past week. The hard work and dedication to the training paid off. Our program will use this as a springboard into the season. Although we are taking this time to celebrate and reflect we also know that there is a lot of work that still needs to be done. On behalf of Chairman His Excellency Shaikh Fahim Bin Sultan, the Federation would like to thank our coaches and administration. This success is a true team accomplishment.”

The EGF would like to thank the Tunisian Golf Federation for their hard work and hospitality at the championships. Stay tuned to the EGF social media channels and website for local news and upcoming tournaments around the UAE.