KARACHI, November 11, 2026: The 30th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Open Golf Championship 2026 officially began at Karachi Golf Club on Wednesday, bringing together professional and amateur golfers from across Pakistan for five days of competition.
Commander Karachi and President Karachi Golf Club, Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi, inaugurated the championship during an opening ceremony and media briefing, according to a statement issued by the Directorate General Public Relations (Pakistan Navy).
The tournament, scheduled from November 11 to 15, features competitions across nine categories, providing opportunities for established professionals, emerging golfers and amateur players to compete at the national level.
The categories include Professionals, Senior Professionals, Junior Professionals, Ladies Professionals, Senior Amateurs, Junior Amateurs, Ladies Amateurs, Veterans and Pro-Amateurs.
A large number of professional golfers from different parts of the country are participating in the championship, which offers trophies and cash prizes across various categories.
A special prize has also been announced for any golfer achieving a hole-in-one during the tournament.
Addressing the opening ceremony, Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi appreciated the participation of golfers from across Pakistan and acknowledged their longstanding association with the championship.
He highlighted the tournament’s three-decade history, noting the continued commitment of participating golfers to the country’s golfing circuit.
The CNS Open Golf Championship has established itself as a recurring event on Pakistan’s national golf calendar, attracting players from different age groups and competitive backgrounds.
The championship also provides a platform for junior and amateur golfers to compete alongside experienced professionals, encouraging wider participation in the sport.
The opening ceremony was attended by tournament sponsors, participating golfers, officials and representatives of the media.
The five-day championship will conclude on November 15, with awards and cash prizes to be presented to successful participants in their respective categories.