Manama: On behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, attended the closing ceremony of the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship, held at the Royal Golf Club in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the patronage of His Majesty the King.
According to Bahrain News Agency, HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister emphasized Bahrain's status as a global hub for major sporting events, aligning with the visions and aspirations of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. His Royal Highness highlighted the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing the sports sector by achieving both regional and international accomplishments.
HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad praised Bahrain's capacity to host world-class sporting events, attributing the success to the Kingdom's attractive features, advanced infrastructure, and the expertise of its national workforce. He also noted the growing popularity of golf in the region and emphasized the importance of further developing the sport.
The Crown Prince and Prime Minister acknowledged the contributions of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad and HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad in advancing Bahrain's sports sector, which significantly contributed to the success of the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship. He expressed gratitude to the sponsors, contributors, and organizers of the Championship and extended his best wishes for future events in the Kingdom.
During the ceremony, HRH witnessed the finale of the championship and presented the prize to the winner, Laurie Canter. Canter expressed gratitude to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa for his patronage and to HRH for attending the closing ceremony.
Guy Kinnings, Chief Executive Officer of DP World Tour, commended the support of HM the King and HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister in promoting golf in Bahrain. Kinnings also acknowledged HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad's support for golf and HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad's commitment to the Championship's success. He thanked all partners and sponsors, including the Bahrain Olympic Committee, Bapco Energies, and the Royal Golf Club.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister presented tokens of appreciation to key contributors, including HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. Appreciation was also extended to representatives of various organizations for their contributions to the championship's success.
The closing ceremony was also attended by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, senior officials, and Guy Kinnings.