ISLAMABAD: Pakistan plans to expand golf beyond the federal capital, with the government preparing measures to promote the sport in cities across the country, Prime Minister’s Adviser on Tourism Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan has said.
Speaking at the Movenpick Golf Cup at Margalla Greens Golf Club in Islamabad, he said the initiative aligned with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision of promoting tourism and sports in Pakistan.
Expanding Golf
Sardar Yasir said golf was among the world’s most popular sports and deserved greater attention in Pakistan. He added that the government was committed to taking practical steps to make the sport more accessible and encourage participation beyond Islamabad.
He also announced that the Movenpick Golf Cup would be organised annually. Players who deliver outstanding performances would be encouraged and recognised to help develop a competitive sporting culture.
International Participation
The event brought together leading golfers and members of the diplomatic corps, offering an opportunity to promote sporting engagement and strengthen international ties through golf.
General Manager Nicolas Verdun welcomed the initiative, highlighting the importance of sporting events in promoting golf and enhancing international engagement in Pakistan.
Wing Commander Khokhar, Pakistan Tennis Federation President Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and other prominent personalities also attended the event.
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Tournament Results
In the diplomatic gross category, Trang Thang secured first place, followed by Colonel Norey Pan Othman in second and Eric in third.
In the diplomatic net category, Shoshi claimed the title, while Train finished second. Do and Tai were also among the leading performers.
In the overall gross category, Commander Rizwan Rashid took first place, followed by Captain Alam and Zia Khan.
Meanwhile, Nadeem Abbasi won the overall net category. Dr Amir Khawaja finished second, while Taimur Hassan secured third place.
Promoting the Sport
The Movenpick Golf Cup highlighted efforts to encourage greater interest in golf in Pakistan. Organisers and participants expressed hope that similar initiatives would help develop the sport and extend its reach to more cities.
The government’s proposed nationwide promotion drive aims to create opportunities for wider participation and strengthen the country’s sporting and tourism sectors.
