ISLAMABAD, Nov 19 (APP): The Ace Junior Golf League (AJGL) has dedicated it’s first-ever World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) event to one of Pakistan’s greatest golfing icons, Taimur Hassan Amin.
The championship, scheduled from November 21 to 22, will be played at Pakistan’s finest golfing masterpiece, the Signature Nick Faldo–designed Rumanza Golf Course, Multan, said a press release.
Few names command the respect, admiration, and enduring legacy that Taimur Hassan Amin holds in the world of golf. His illustrious career spans unmatched national dominance, remarkable international victories, and decades of leadership, dedicated to advancing the sport across the region.
His key playing achievements include Youngest National Champion, winning in 1971 at the age of 18; Holder of an unprecedented 16 National Amateur Titles, including 11 consecutive from 1970 to 1981, a national record that remains unbroken; Pakistan Open Champion in 1974, 1976, and 1986.
His international Amateur Triumphs are Sri Lanka Amateur Champion in 1975, 1986, and 1987; Multiple-time Victoria Cup Winner in Sri Lanka; Best Amateur Honors at the German Open, Malaysian Open, Singapore Open, and Indonesian Open; Champion of the Bahrain Open, UAE Amateur, and Thomas Cook Open (India); Individual Champion, 1977 Asia-Pacific Amateur Team Championship (Nomura Cup), Kuala Lumpur.
He is the only Pakistani golfer to receive the President’s Pride of Performance Award (1993) a distinguished mark of national excellence. He was elected Secretary in 2005; re-elected in 2009 and later served as Vice President of the Pakistan Golf Federation (PGF).
The WAGR event stands as a powerful testament to Pakistan’s rising footprint on the global golfing map. It is being organised under the guidance of Gen. Hilal Hussain (R), Patron-in-Chief AJGL, Ex President Pakistan and through the unwavering commitment of Dr. Asma Afzal Shami, Chairperson AJGL. As she states, “AJGL is a Cause!” A philosophy
that continues to drive the league’s vision.
Supporting her in this endeavour is Ms. Munazza Shaheen, the Tournament Director and Chief Referee, whose professionalism and expertise have ensured the event’s smooth and world-class execution. Ms. Iffat Zahra, the Tournament Coordinator, has also proven indispensable to the successful conduct of the championship.
Dedicating this inaugural WAGR event to Taimur Hassan Amin is more than a tribute, it is a recognition of a lifetime devoted to excellence, service, and inspiration. His journey continues to pave the way for young Pakistani golfers
striving for national and international glory.