KARACHI: Eighth All Pakistan DHA Karachi Cup Open Golf Championship 2017 was played at Defence Authority Country and Golf Club from 24 March to 26 March 2017. Sponsored by Chevron, more than 200 golfers from across Pakistan participated in the tournament. An impressive prize distribution ceremony was held at the conclusion of the tournament at DHA Golf Club in which Commander 5 Corps and President Executive Board DHA Lt Gen Shahid Baig Mirza was the chief guest. The corps commander praised Defence Authority Country and Golf Club for organising a spectacular golf tournament. He said that holding of such mega tournaments is encouraging as they help in promotion of golf in the country. He added that golfing was a lively activity that reflects healthy and positive trends in society so essential for an enlightened, progressive and prosperous nation. Waheed Baloch (KGC) captured the crown and collected the trophy and cash prize of Rs 217,000/-. Muhammad Ashfaq (AGC) and Adil Jehangir (GYM) were runners up. Prizes were also given for senior amateurs, ladies and veterans categories. At the end, the chief guest distributed trophies and prizes among the winners in various categories.