Tennis
Tennis News: Eschelle, Daliah, Mikaeel, and Samer to play 3-nation in Japan
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: A 5-member squad of the International Lawn Tennis Club of Pakistan (ILTCP) on Monday reached the capital city of Japan Tokyo to participate in the three-nation Invitational Tennis fixture IC Rod Laver Junior Tennis League.Pakistan’s squad is consisting of 2 boys, 2 girls, and an official for the international tennis juniors’ fixture. Pakistan, India, and a couple of teams from Japan will take part in the competitions. Eschelle Asif, Daliah Shazim, Mikaeel Ali Baig, Samer Zaman are the part of contingent while Mohammad Khalid Rehmani will accompany the squad as non-playing captain-cum-manager. It is pertinent to mention here that Mekaeel Ali Baig was already in Japan for 15 days with her mother Sysha Ali Baig taking part in Asian Tennis Federation’s Asian Ranking Juniors tournaments. Samer Zaman is Asian and ranked 115 today in the Under-14 age category. Daliah and Eschelle are top two Under-14 tennis girls of province Sindh.The format of the competition is league basis 2 Boys’ Singles, 2 Girls’ Singles, 1 Boys’ Doubles, and 1 Girls’ Doubles will be played. All teams will play each other and winner team will qualify for IC junior leagues final in Santiago later this year.
Tennis News: Pakistan No. 2 Shoaib Determines to Become No. 1
Level III Qualified tennis coach Asim Shafiq guides well: Says Mohammad ShoaibAbdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD:-Pakistan Number two tennis player, Mohammad Shoaib, 21 years old, said that he was toiling hard on the court to occupy the number one spot in the national tennis ranking, and he would soon be Pakistan’s number one tennis player.Mohammad Shoaib, during an exclusive interview with www.sports-bulletin.com here added that he defeated Pakistan No.1 Aqeel Khan thrice in different national fixtures in the recent past. “I have the ability to become Pakistan’s number one. Aqeel Khan is a great player and now 42, he uses his experience to overcome the young tennis lads. I am working hard under the coaching of Asim Shafiq, who is a level-III coach. Kamran Khalil is also a level-III coach in Pakistan. Barkatullah is my partner in doubles and we are at the number one position in the national ranking.”Pakistan No. 2 tennis lad further said, “Nowadays, I practice in two sessions under the supervision of Asim Shafiq. In the morning I play with my teammate Barakatullah on the court for three hours in the dog days of June, as the temperature goes over 40 centigrade. We start our morning session at 9:30 am and in the morning around 4:00 pm which includes gym practice too for physical fitness. The tennis complex has a small fitness gym but it fulfills our needs, “he maintained. While responding to a question, a Peshawar-based tennis guy said that he represented Pakistan in Davis Cup competitions including seniors and juniors fixtures. “At the national level, I play with Barkatullah, Adnan Abdullah, and Khalil Yousaf and I enjoy playing with these guys. I am fully concentrating on my game and willing to move ahead at the international level by playing good tennis. Asim Bhai is coaching me very well.”“Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) is supporting me very well and providing all facilities including diet and others. I live in the tennis complex and PTF provides standard food and other gear balls etc. Here the courts hard and clay both are according to the demands of international competitions. When I started to play tennis around 10 years back I was playing in Shilwar and Qameez (local dress) and my uncle (Mamu) asked me to play tennis, “he concluded.
TENNIS - National Juniors 14 Jun, 2023
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: (June 14, 2023):-The Sports Board Punjab (SBP) Junior Tennis Championship commenced on Wednesday here at the state-of-the-art Sports Board Punjab Tennis Academy in Nishtar Park, as the Secretary of Sports and Youth Affairs Punjab, Shahid Zaman inaugurated the event.The event commenced with Secretary Sports Shahid Zaman himself hit a shot, symbolizing the official start of the tournament. The colorful opening ceremony witnessed the presence of esteemed guests, including SBP Head Coach Rashid Malik (Tamgha-e-Imtiaz), players, their families, and devoted tennis enthusiasts, who gathered to support the young talent.Shahid Zaman said:"In the financial year 2023, our primary focus is the development of players. We have already enhanced our infrastructure, and now we are committed to nurturing internationally competitive players. These young talents will receive training and guidance from qualified national and international coaches, along with access to top-notch facilities. Additionally, we have planned international tours for our talented players, with the expectation that they will strive hard and bring international glory to Pakistan." PLTA Secretary Rashid Malik said:"I am profoundly grateful to Secretary Sports Shahid Zaman, who, being a tennis player and an ardent promoter of the sports, possesses a remarkable vision for sports in general and tennis in particular. His proactive measures will undoubtedly benefit players and contribute to the long-term success of tennis in Pakistan."The first day of the championship witnessed a total of 20 matches, with all the top players securing comfortable wins and showcasing a high standard of tennis. In the boys' U-18 category, Haider Nadeem defeated Hafiz M Imran 8-1, Yafat Nadeem triumphed over M Sohaan Noor with a score of 8-0, Ahmad outplayed Muhammad Aneek with a final score of 8-1, Ahmad Raza dominated Hanzla Anwar 8-1, and Shaheer Khan defeated Hassan Ali (GC) 8-1. In the boys' U-16 division, Ibrahim Sufi defeated Ahmad 8-3. In the boys' U-14 category, Awais Zia emerged victorious against Ahmad Khuda Bakhsh with a score of 8-3, while Ibrahim Sufi swept past Syed Ahmad Fareed with a commanding 8-0 win. In the boys/girls U-12 first round, Awais Zia beat Hassan Alam 6-2, Syed Ahmad Fareed beat Ameen Abdullah 6-2, Aliyan Ali beat Ahmad Khuda Bakhsh 6-3 and Muhammad Muaz beat M Ahsan Bari 6-2. In the boys/girls U-10 first round, Mustafa Zia beat Muhammad Turab 6-0, Ayyan Shahbaz beat Taha Asad 6-1.
TENNIS - Wheelchair 13 Jun, 2023
Asif becomes the first Pakistani to accept for prestigious wheelchair tennis fixtureSports Bulletin ReportLondon (UK):-Pakistan No. 1 wheelchair tennis player, Asif Gul Abbasi has been accepted for the Main Draw of 8 players of the Cinch Wheelchair Championship, to be played at the iconic Queen's Club in London from June 23 to 25, 2023. Alfie Hewett, Joachim Gerard, Martin De La Puente, Gordon Reid, Stephane Houdet, Dermot Bailey, Andrew Penney, and Asif Abbasi will fight for the championship title.Also, Asif Abbasi has qualified to compete in the National Finals at Wimbledon in August this year 2023, as this will be his first appearance in the National Finals at Wimbledon. Asif’s acceptance to both the Cinch Wheelchair Championship and the national finals at Wimbledon is a testament to his remarkable talent, dedication, and relentless pursuit of excellence in wheelchair tennis. His journey serves as an inspiration to athletes worldwide, showcasing the power of resilience and determination in overcoming adversity.The Cinch Wheelchair Championship, one of the most prestigious wheelchair tennis tournaments, will provide Asif Abbasi with an extraordinary platform to demonstrate his skills and compete against top-ranked players from around the globe. The Queen's Club, renowned for its rich history and world-class facilities, will serve as a fitting stage for this highly anticipated event.In August, Asif Abbasi will make history once again, as he will take part in the national finals at Wimbledon. This historic occasion not only highlights his exceptional talent but also opens new doors for the recognition and representation of Pakistani athletes in the international tennis arena.The Pakistani community in the United Kingdom and Pakistan rejoices in Asif Abbasi's achievements, as his participation in these esteemed tournaments elevates the profile of Pakistani athletes and fosters a sense of pride within the community. His success sends a strong message of inclusivity, breaking barriers and inspiring individuals of all backgrounds to pursue their dreams.As the countdown begins for the Cinch Wheelchair Championship and the national finals at Wimbledon, the entire Pakistani community, alongside global sports enthusiasts, eagerly awaits the extraordinary performances that Asif Abbasi is certain to deliver. These events mark a significant chapter in the history of wheelchair tennis and signify the strength and determination of athletes like Abbasi in overcoming challenges and making his mark on the world stage.
TENNIS - Local News 04 Jun, 2023
Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI:-The 3rd Gatorade Trophy Ranking Tennis Championship started here at Union Club Tennis Court under the banner Karachi Tennis Association (KTA). Asaad Ahmed , CEO Online Sports Equipment Dealer , was the chief guest at the opening ceremony.Results (Day-1):Men’s Singles (Round-I)Mohammad Ali beat Idrees Nooruddin 6-2, 6-1Mohammad Zahid beat Rayan Ahmed 6-0, 3-6, 10-6Malik Hasnain beat Yousuf Bin Abdullah 6-0, 6-1Mazhar Hayat beat Asaad Ahmed 6-2, 6-3 Under 13 Singles (Round-I)Arham Shehzad beat Syed Abdullah 0-4, 5-4, 4-0Syed Mohammad Sufyan beat Arman Ali 4-1, 4-5, 4-0.
National Games 2023: WAPDA lift tennis title with 4 golds
Sarah Mahboob receives 3 gold medals Aqeel Khan decorates 2 golds on his chestSports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD:-Pakistan WAPDA have won the tennis title of the ongoing 34th National Games 2023, as the top national men and women won the 4 gold medals for WAPDA at SDA-PTF Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue Islamabad on Monday.In the Men's Singles final, Aqeel Khan (Wapda) beat Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (ARMY) 7-5, 6-1, and won the gold medal for WAPDA while in the ladies' final Sarah Mahboob (WAPDA) got rid of Ushna Suhail (WAPDA) 6-4, 3-6 (10-8) to win the title.Ehsan-ur-Rehman Mazari, Federal Minister for Inter Provincials Coordination (IPC) graced the occasion as chief guest at the closing ceremony. He appreciated PTF Management and Balochistan Tennis Association (BTA) for organizing the event professionally and befittingly.The closing ceremony was also attended by Justice Ejaz Yousaf President Baluchistan Tennis Association, Iftikhar Rashid SEVP-PTF, Shoaib Khoso DG-PSB, Col. Gul Rehman[R] Secretary-General-PTF and a large number of tennis lovers.The Minister congratulated all the medal winners and appreciated the efforts of all players and coaches from the participating teams.Women Individual Singles EventSara Mahboob (Wapda) GOLDUshna Sohil (wapda) SILVERAmna Ali Qayyum (Army) BRONZELabika Durab (Punjab) BRONZEWomen Individual Doubles EventSara Mahboob/ Ushna Sohail (Wapda) GOLDMehaq Khokhar / Esha Jawad (Wapda) SILVERShimza Naz Durab/ Rahat ul Ain ( HEC) BRONZESheeza Sajid / Zainab Ali Naqvi (PAF) BRONZE
National Games 2023: Sara Mahboob, Ushna Sohail win the Doubles title
Huzaifa Abdul Rehman, and Abdullah Adnan clinch men’s doubles tennis titleSports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD:-A pair of top national tennis girls, Sara Mahboob and Ushna Sohail from WAPDA claimed the Women’s Doubles title of the 34th National Games 2023 after posting a single-sided triumph against Mehaq Khokhar and Esha Jawad here at the PTF Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue on Sunday. The score-lone was just 6-1, and 6-0.Huzaifa Abdul Rehman pairing with Abdullah Adnan from Pakistan Army lifted the men’s doubles title after beating Mohammad Shoaib and Yousaf Khalil from Pakistan Air Force (PAF) with the score-line of 6-4, and 6-0. The Singles finals will be played on Monday at the same venue.On Sunday, in the first Men's Singles semi-finals, Aqeel Khan (Wapda) beat Yousaf Khalil (PAF) 6-2, (Retd) when Yousaf retired after losing the first set, due to pain in his elbow and illness. Later, in the second semi-finals, Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army) out-classed Mohammad Shoaib (PAF) with the score-line of 6-2, 6-0.Meanwhile, in the first Women's Singles semi-finals, top-seed Sarah Ibrahim Khan (Wapda) defeated Labika Iqbal (Punjab) without conceding a single game at 6-0 and 6-0, whereas in the second semi-finals Ushna Suhail (Wapda) defeated Amna Ali Qayum (Army) in straight sets at 6-4, and 6-0.Results:Men’s Singles (Semifinals):Aqeel Khan (Wapda) beat Yousaf Khalil 6-2, (Retd)Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army) beat Mohammad Shoaib 6-2, 6-0Men’s Doubles (Final):Huzaifa Abdul Rehman & Abdullah Adnan (Army) beat Mohammad Shoaib & Yousaf Khalil (PAF) 6-4, 6-0Women’s Singles (Semifinals):Sara Mahboob (Wapda) beat Labika Durab (Punjab) 6-0, 6-0Ushna Sohail (Wapda) beat Amna Ali Qayyum (Army) 6-4, 6-0Women’s Doubles (Final):Sara Mahboob & Ushna Sohail (Wapda) beat Mehaq Khokhar & Esha Jawad (Wapda) 6-1, 6-0
National Games 2023: Aqeel, Yousaf, Huzaifa, Shoaib reach in semifinals
Sara Mahboob outplays Zainab Ali Naqvi 2-0 in quarterfinal, Ushna overcomes Sheeza 2-0Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD:-Aqeel Khan (Wapda), Yousaf Khalil (PAF), Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army), and Mohammad Shoaub (PAF) qualified for the top-four stage on the Men’s Singles on the ongoing 34th National Games 2023 after beating Abdullah Adnan (Army), Mohammad Talha Khan (Islamabad), Barkatullah (KPK), and Ahmed Nael Qureshi respectively in the quarterfinals here at the PTF Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue on Saturday.Results:Men’s Singles (Quarterfinals):Aqeel Khan (Wapda) beat Abdullah Adnan (Army) 6-2, 6-1Yousaf Khalil (PAF) beat Mohammad Talha Khan (Islamabad) 6-2, 6-0Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army) beat Barkatullah (KPK) 6-0, 6-1Mohammad Shoaib (PAF) beat Ahmed Nael Qureshi (IBD) 6-3, 1-6, 6-2Men’s Doubles (Semifinals):Huzaifa Abdul Rehman & Abdullah Adnan (Army) beat Barkatullah & Saqib Umer (KPK) 6-1, 6-2Mohammad Shoaib & Yousaf Khalil (PAF) beat Shahzad Khan & Mudassar Murtaza (Wapda) 6-4, 6-4Women’s Singles (Quarterfinals):Labika Iqbal (Punjab) beat Tehreem Yousaf (Sindh) 6-1, 6-0Sara Mahboob (Wapda) beat Zainab Ali Naqvi (PAF) 6-1, 6-3Ushna Suhail (Wapda) beat Sheeza Sajid (PAF) 6-1, 6-3Amna Ali Qayyum (Army) beat Shimaz Durab Naz (HEC) 6-3, 6-3Women’s Doubles (Semifinals):Mehaq Khokhar & Esha Jawad (Wapda) beat Sheeza Sajid & Zainab Ali Naqvi (PAF) 6-1, 6-3Sara Mahboob & Ushna Sohail (Wapda) beat Shimza Durab / Rahat-ul-Ain (HEC) 6-1, 6-0
National Games 2023: Huzaifa overpowers Mohammad Abid sets 2-0 in tennis
Aqeel, Shoaib, Abdullah, Khalil Yousaf, Barkatullah, Huzaifa, Ahmed Nael, Mohammad Talha claim victoriesAbdul Jabbar FaisalPhoto By: Uzair BadarISLAMABAD:-national veteran tennis player, Aqeel Khan (WAPDA), Mohammad Sohaib (PAF), Abdullah Adnan (ARMY), Khalil Yousaf (PAF), Barkatullah (KPK), Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (ARMY), Ahmed Nael Qureshi (IBD), and Mohammad Talha Khan (IBD) moved into the quarterfinals of the men’s singles fixture of the 34th National Games 2023 here at SDA-PTF Tennis Complex on Friday.In the Men’s Singles, unseeded Huzaifa Abdul Rehman from Pakistan Army registered an upset victory against 5th seed Mohammad Abid in straight sets with the score-line of 6-1, and 6-3. Sarah Mahboob won her singles and doubles matches in women's competitions, as Ushna Sohain was her partner in Doubles.Results:Men’s Singles (Pre-Quarterfinals):Aqeel Khan (WAPDA) beat Israr Gul (KPK) 6-0, 6-3Mohammad Sohaib (PAF) beat Zubair Raja 6-0, 6 -0Abdullah Adnan (ARMY) beat Asad Zaman (PUB) 6-3, 6-2Khalil Yousaf (PAF) beat Uzair Khan (HEC) 6-0, 6-2Barkatullah (KPK) got walk over against Faizan Fayyaz (PUB)Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (ARMY) beat Mohammad Abid (PUB) 6-1, 6-3Ahmed Nael Qureshi (IBD) beat Rizwan Shah (BAL) 6-1, 6-1Mohammad Talha Khan (IBD) beat Aqeel Shabbir (NAVY) 6-1, 6-0Men’s Doubles (Quarterfinals):Huzaifa Abdul Rehman & Abdullah Adnan (ARMY) beat Abbas Khan & Ahmed Kamil (PAF) 6-1, 6-1Barkatullah & Saqib Umer (KPK) beat Syed Nofil Kaleem & Mohammad Talha (IBD) 6-1, 7-6 (2)Mohammad Shoaib & Yousaf Khalil (PAF) beat Ahmed Nael Qureshi & Mohammad Huzaifa (IBD) 6-4, 6-2Shahzad Khan & Mudassar Murtaza (PUB) got w/o against Asad Zaman & Faizan Fayyaz (PUB)Abdullah Adnan & Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army) beat Aqeel Khan & Mohammad Abid (WAPDA) 6-3, 2-6, 11-9Women’s Singles (Pre-Quarterfinals):Sarah Mahboob (WAPDA) beat Rahat-ul-Ain (HEC) 6-1, 6-0Shimza Naz (HEC) beat Zara Afzal (BAL) 6-1, 6-1Amina Ali Qayyum (ARMY) beat YUMNA MALIK (SINDH) 6-0 6-0Zainab Ali Naqvi (PAF) beat Latifa Yousofi (BAL) 6-2, 6-1Ushna Sohail (WAPDA) beat Zainab Ali Raja (ISB) 6-1, 6-0Labika Iqbal (PUNJAB) beat Kainat Ali (ISB) 7-5, 6-2Tahreem Yousaf (SIND) W/O Mahin Aftab (ARMY)Sheeza Sajid (PAF) W/O Oreen (KPK)Women’s Doubles (Quarterfinals):Mehaq Khokhar & Esha Jawad (WAPAD) beat Zainab Ali Raja & Fatima Ali Raja (ISB) 6-0, 6-0Sarah Mahboob & Ushna Sohail (WAPDA) beat Tahreem Yousaf & Yumna Malik (SINDH) 6-0, 6-0Shimza Durab & Rahat-ul-Ain (HEC) beat Mehvish Chishtie & Kainat Ali (ISB) 6-4, 6-2Sheeza Sajid & Heeza Sahjid (PAF) W/O Oreen & Maryum BibI (KPK).
National Games: WAPDA lift men’s and women’s tennis titles
Baluchistan and Islamabad share bronze medal in National Games’ historySports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD:-Pakistan WADPA have won both men’s and women’s team event tennis titles of the National Games 2023 after beating Pakistan Army in the final here at the PTF Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue on Thursday. Baluchistan and Islamabad earned bronze medals first time in the history of national games.In the men’s final, Aqeel Khan gave Wapda a great start by beating Young Abdullah Adnan. Huzaifa Abdul Rehman then evened the tie by beating Mohammad Abid 6-0, 6-0. In the deciding doubles, seasoned Aqeel Khan pairing with Shahzad Khan defeated Huzaifa Abdul Rehman and Abdullah Adnan to win the gold for Wapda.In the women's team events final, Sarah Mahboob Khan gave Wapda a positive start by beating up-coming Amna Ali Qayum. In the best match of the day, Ushna Suhail overcame Mahin Aftab in 3-tough sets.Results (Women’s Team Event-Final):WAPDA beat ARMY (2-0):1st Singles: Sara Mahboob beat Amna Ali Qayyum 6-2, 6-32nd Singles: Ushna Sohail beat Mahin Aftab 6-2, 4-6, 7-5Men’s Team Event (Final):WAPDA beat ARMY (2-1):1st Singles: Aqeel Khan (WAPDA) beat Abdullah Adnan (ARMY) 6-2, 6-12ns Singles: Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army) beat Mohammad Abid (WAPDA) 6-0, 6-0Doubles: Aqeel Khan & Shahzad Khan (WAPDA) beat Abdullah Adnan & Huzaifa Abdul Rehman (Army) 6-2, 6-3
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