(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Matloob Ahmed Wins 12th J.A. Zaman Memorial Golf Championship
LAHORE: Matloob Ahmed of Garrison Golf Club secured a convincing victory at the 12th J.A. Zaman Memorial Golf Championship with a strong final-round performance.
Dominant final round performance
Starting the day level with rival M. Shabbir, Matloob quickly gained momentum with early birdies and maintained consistent form throughout the round. His steady play allowed him to build pressure on his competitor, who struggled to maintain rhythm.
A key turning point came on the seventh hole, where Matloob delivered an excellent approach and capitalized with a crucial advantage, helping him extend his lead.
Winning score and standings
Matloob finished the tournament with an impressive score of 18-under par, securing his third title at the J.A. Zaman Memorial Championship.
Minhaj claimed third place with a total score of 4-under par after a solid final round. Other notable performances included Talat Ijaz and Alam, who also delivered consistent displays.
Other category winners
- Senior Professionals: Tariq won his fourth consecutive title
- Junior Professionals: Ashass from Karachi secured the top position
- Ladies Professionals: Zehbunissa won the category, introduced for the first time in this edition
Record participation
The 2026 edition of the championship saw participation from over 600 golfers across Pakistan, making it one of the largest golf tournaments in the country.
Closing ceremony remarks
At the closing ceremony, organizers appreciated the continued support of the Zaman family in promoting golf through this event, held in memory of the late J.A. Zaman.
Conclusion
The tournament highlighted competitive golf talent in Pakistan and continued its tradition as a major event on the national sports calendar.
