ISLAMABAD: A four-member Pakistani contingent, including top amateur golfer Numan Ilyas, will participate in the Asian Amateur Championship to be held from October 3 to 6 at Taiheiyo Golf Club, Gotemba, Japan. Organized by the Asia Pacific Golf Confederation (APGC), the event will run until October 6, according to the Pakistan Golf Federation (PGF). The Pakistan contingent includes Numan Ilyas (Pakistan No.1), Hussain Hamid, Salman Jehangir and Qasim Ali Khan. The Asian Amateur Championship is one of the premier stroke play events in the region, played over 72 holes. Ranked among the top 100 players in Asia by the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR), Pakistani golfers have earned their place in this prestigious event with their exceptional performances. The President of Pakistan Golf Federation along with all the executive members wish the team all the best. The PGF expresses full confidence in the ability of these players to perform admirably on this highly competitive international stage. “We are extremely proud that our team is heading to Japan and we hope they will showcase their best skills. This championship is a great opportunity for our players to further improve their experience and represent Pakistan with honour,” said the PGF President. The PGF continues its commitment to support and promote the development of golf in Pakistan and ensure that the nation’s best talent competes at the highest level on global platforms.
