2026
07
Omar Khalid Hussain Crowned Overall Champion as 26th Sindh Open Golf Championship Concludes
Karachi, Pakistan: The 26th Sindh Open Golf Championship concluded successfully at the prestigious Defence Authority Country & Golf Club, Karachi, after several days of high-quality competition featuring Pakistan's finest professional and amateur golfers.
The championship's biggest highlight was the exceptional performance of Omar Khalid Hussain, who recorded the Best Overall Score of the Tournament. Competing in the Amateur Division, Omar produced rounds of 72, 70 and a brilliant final-round 67 to finish at 7-under par (209) over 54 holes, securing both the Overall Championship and the Amateur Championship. His outstanding display underlined the remarkable rise of Pakistan's amateur golfing talent.
The Professional Championship was won by Muhammad Minhaj Maqsood Waraich, who carded an impressive 5-under par (211) over 54 holes to claim the title. Matloob Ahmad finished runner-up at 4-under par (212), while Muhammad Alam secured third place at 3-under par (213) after a closely contested battle throughout the championship.
In the Senior Professional Division, Muhammad Nazir delivered a dominant performance to capture the title with an outstanding 10-under par over 36 holes, reaffirming his status as one of Pakistan's most accomplished senior professionals.
The Junior Professional Championship was claimed by Rehan Babar, who finished the 36-hole event at 1-under par, showcasing tremendous promise for the future of Pakistan's professional golf.
The championship also witnessed excellent performances in the amateur categories. Muhammad Ahmad Mannan won the Senior Amateur Championship with a total of 155 (+11) over 36 holes.
In the Amateur Ladies Division, Humera Khalid emerged victorious with a winning score of 164 (+20) over 36 holes, while Ana James Gill claimed the Ladies Professional Championship with an impressive total of 160 (+16).
The successful organization of the championship once again demonstrated the continued growth and competitiveness of golf in Pakistan. The event brought together elite professionals, experienced amateurs, senior golfers, ladies, and emerging junior professionals, providing a valuable platform for competition and player development.
The Pakistan Golf Federation congratulates all champions, participants, officials, sponsors, volunteers, and the management of Defence Authority Country & Golf Club, Karachi, for hosting another successful edition of one of Pakistan's premier golf championships.
Champions – 26th Sindh Open Golf Championship
🏆 Overall Champion
Omar Khalid Hussain (Amateur) – 209 (-7) (Best Overall Score)
🏆 Professional Champion
Muhammad Minhaj Maqsood Waraich – 211 (-5) (54 Holes)
🏆 Amateur Champion
Omar Khalid Hussain – 209 (-7) (54 Holes)
🏆 Senior Professional Champion
Muhammad Nazir – 10-under Par (36 Holes)
🏆 Junior Professional Champion
Rehan Babar – 1-under Par (36 Holes)
🏆 Senior Amateur Champion
Muhammad Ahmad Mannan – 155 (+11) (36 Holes)
🏆 Ladies Professional Champion
Ana James Gill – 160 (+16) (36 Holes)
🏆 Amateur Ladies Champion
Humera Khalid – 164 (+20) (36 Holes)