Omar Hisham Talaat, President of the Egyptian Golf Federation, announced that the 2025 Egyptian Amateur Open Championship marks a new beginning for golf in Egypt and the Arab world. He emphasized that the tournament’s return after a fifteen-year hiatus reflects the spirit of determination and ambition to develop the sport and strengthen its position both regionally and internationally.
Speaking at the championship’s opening ceremony on Wednesday evening, attended by Ghassan Kabbani, Vice President of the African Golf Confederation, and Mohamed Al-Aziz Al-Futni, Executive Member of the Arab Golf Federation, Hesham noted that the championship—first held in 1920—is one of the oldest competitions in Africa and the Arab world. For over a century, it has stood as a symbol of integrity, sportsmanship, and national pride. “This championship has always been, and continues to be, part of Egypt’s golf story—a story of passion, tradition, and excellence,” he added.
He pointed out that this year’s edition joins the Arab Golf Series, a regional platform that brings together the best players in the region and provides greater opportunities for competition and growth. This move, he said, represents a key pillar in the shared vision to elevate Arab golf and expand the pool of professional players.
Omar Hesham further stated that golf in Egypt is entering a new era, thanks to the expansion of youth programs, the return of seasoned champions, and the emergence of promising young talents who deserve support and recognition. He affirmed that the Egyptian Golf Federation is building its modern system on principles of good governance and professional management to achieve Egypt’s vision of reclaiming its sporting leadership.
He also announced the return of the Egyptian Open Championship as a flagship event on Egypt’s golf calendar, noting that top finishers will receive invitations to compete in the Egypt Open for Professionals—organized in cooperation with the Asian Tour—as well as the Red Sea International Golf Championship, both set to take place in the coming weeks. These opportunities, he added, will open new horizons for players to compete internationally.
Hesham expressed his gratitude to the previous Federation Board for their dedicated efforts and extended appreciation to the organizing committees and volunteers who contributed to the success of the event. He reaffirmed the Federation’s commitment to transparency, fairness, and merit in player selection through open qualifying rounds.
Concluding his remarks, the President of the Egyptian Golf Federation stressed that the Egyptian Amateur Open Championship is more than just a sporting event—it is a message of confidence in the potential of Egyptian and Arab talent, and a reflection of the unity and ambition driving golf toward a brighter future. He described the championship as the beginning of a new golden era and a genuine opportunity for a new generation of champions to shine on the global stage.
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