Tennis
Pakistan Tennis Federation Holds Annual General Meeting in Islamabad
Islamabad (Press Release): The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Pakistan Tennis Federation was held on Saturday, 2nd May-2026 held, at the PTF Tennis Complex in Islamabad.The meeting was chaired by Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the PTF. Senator Salim Saifullah Khan, Patron of the PTF, graced the occasion, along with Col. Zia-ud-din Tufail, Secretary-General of the Federation. Members of the PTF Management Committee and representatives from affiliated units across the country also attended the meeting.During the AGM, comprehensive discussions were held on the development of tennis in Pakistan, with a strong focus on grassroots initiatives, player development, and infrastructure enhancement. Various new projects were proposed and reviewed to further strengthen the tennis framework nationwide.Affiliated units presented their plans and provided valuable input on promoting the sport at the regional and national levels. A key highlight of the meeting was the emphasis on hosting more international tournaments across Pakistan, aimed at providing local players with greater exposure, improving rankings, and facilitating their entry into the international circuit.The Council discussed and agreed on the age eligibility issue for the 12, 14, and 16 & under teams (boys and girls).The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) will conduct wrist tests for all selected players starting from 1st January-2027.If a player is found to be overage by up to one year, they will remain eligible. However, if a player is overage by more than one year, they will not be selected for the teams. The same rule will also apply to all national tournaments.The President, Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, appreciated the collective efforts of all stakeholders and reiterated the Federation’s commitment to elevating the standard of tennis in Pakistan through strategic planning, collaboration, and increased international engagement.The meeting concluded with a unified resolve to work collectively for the growth and success of tennis in Pakistan.#pakistantennis #agm #annualmeeting #ptf
Mohammad Shoaib inks new History by winning ITF Futures Singles Title
Islamabad (faisal): Pakistan’s rising star Mohammad Shoaib etched his name in history by winning the singles title at the Flair Travel ITF Men’s Futures M-15 Championships 2026 at the PTF Tennis Complex, Islamabad.In a thrilling final, Shoaib defeated Russia’s Nikita Ianin with a score of 7-6(7), 4-6, 6-2 in front of a packed and energetic home crowd.This remarkable victory marks the end of a 20-year wait, as Shoaib becomes the first Pakistani player since Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and Aqeel Khan to win an ITF Futures singles title.A total of 70 men’s players from 23 countries are participated in this prestigious international event. The participating nations include Pakistan, Kuwait, Russia, Uzbekistan, Sweden, Austria, Malaysia, Great Britain, Italy, Lithuania, China, Turkey, Algeria, Canada, USA, Ireland, Poland, Hong Kong, Nepal, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Japan.Speaking after the match, Shoaib said:I thank Almighty Allah for this achievement and for giving me the opportunity to make Pakistan proud on home soil. It was an amazing final, and Insha’Allah I will continue this momentum.
Mohammad Shoaib Storms into ITF Futures Final
Mohammad Abid and Muzammil Murtaza Clinch Doubles TitleSports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: A rising star Mohammad Shoaib has reached the final of the Flair Travel ITF Men’s Futures M-15 (Leg-1) Islamabad - becoming the first Pakistani in 20 years to achieve this remarkable feat in an ITF Futures event.In a dominant semifinal, Shoaib outclassed China’s Fenming Meng with an emphatic 6-1, 6-1 victory. Displaying exceptional skill, confidence, and composure, Shoaib thrilled the home crowd and marched into the final in style, marking a proud moment for Pakistan tennis.Adding to the celebrations, Pakistan’s duo Mohammad Abid Ali Khan Akbar and Muzammil Murtaza captured the doubles title after 9 years in an exciting all-Pakistani final. They defeated the experienced pair of Aqeel Khan and Barkatullah with a score of 6-2, 2-6, 10-7 to clinch the championship. Their victory highlights the growing depth and strength of Pakistan’s doubles circuit.Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation, stated:This is a truly historic and proud moment for Pakistan tennis. Seeing a Pakistani player reach an ITF Futures final after 30 years is something very special, not just for the player but for the entire nation. We are proud to be hosting international tournaments in Pakistan, and it is extremely encouraging to witness our players rising to the occasion and delivering outstanding performances on home soil.He further elaborated on the vision behind hosting international events: The core idea of bringing international tournaments to Pakistan is to provide our players with the opportunity to compete at home, gain valuable ATP ranking points, and smoothly transition into the professional ATP circuit. It is very satisfying to see that this vision is now becoming a reality, as our players are performing impressively and steadily improving their rankings.President-PTF also praised the doubles champions, adding: The doubles title victory by Abid and Muzammil is a great honour for Pakistan. Their success is a reflection of their dedication, teamwork, and the continuous hard work being put in by our players.Expressing his satisfaction over the overall standard of play in Leg-1, he concluded: We remain fully committed to organizing more international tournaments in Pakistan. With increased exposure, competitive opportunities, and the right support system, our players will continue to grow, gain confidence, and achieve even greater success on the international stage in the years to come.On the second Semifinal, Nikita Ianin (RUS) bt Arvid Nordquist (SWE) 6-4,6-4The Men’s Singles Final will be played tomorrow, 3rd May 2026.
ITF Men’s Futures M-15: Aqeel and Barkatullah earn a win in Doubles event
Mohammad Shoaib maintains winning habit, defeats Matas Vasiliauskas 2-0Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Veteran tennis player, Aqeel Khan pairing with Barkatullah Khan claimed a big win against duo of overseas lads Adam Farag-Cao from Canada and Carl Holder from Great Britain after a three sets nerve-jangling thrilling competition in the Men’s Double event of the ITF Men’s Futures M-15 (Leg-1) here at PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Garden Avenue on Thursday.Pakistan’s top player, Mohammad Shoaib, produced a commanding performance in the second round of the ITF M-15 Islamabad, thrilling the home crowd with his dominance on court. Facing Matsas of Lithuania, Shoaib showed complete control from the very first point. He stormed through the opening set 6-0, displaying precision, power, and confidence that left his opponent with little chance to respond. Carrying the same momentum into the second set, Shoaib raced to a 4-1 lead before Matsas was forced to retire, sealing Shoaib’s emphatic victory.With this win, Shoaib has qualified for the quarterfinals -a significant milestone, not just for him but for Pakistan tennis as a whole. His achievement is especially noteworthy as it highlights the growing strength of local players competing at the international level on home soil.In the doubles quarterfinal, experienced campaigner Aqeel Khan partnered with emerging player Barkatullah to deliver a strong and composed performance. The Pakistani duo overcame the pair of Adam Farag-Cao of Canada and Carl Holder of Great Britain in a competitive encounter. After dominating the first set 6-1, Aqeel and Barkatullah faced resistance in the second set, which they narrowly lost 4-6. However, showing great composure and teamwork, they bounced back in the match tie-break to seal the victory 10-5. With this impressive win, Aqeel Khan and Barkatullah have successfully qualified for the semifinals, continuing Pakistan’s promising run in the doubles event.Results:Men’s Singles (Pre-Quarterfinals):Mohammad Shoaib (PAK) beat Matas Vasiliauskas (LTU) 6-0, 4-1 (Retd.)Mert Naci Türker (TUR) beat Abubakar Talha (PAK) 6-3, 6-4Nikita Ianin (RUS) beat Barkatullah (PAK) 6-2, 6-0Fanming Meng (CHN) beat Essa Qabazard (KUW) 6-4, 6-3Arvid Nordquist (SWE) beat Darrshan Suresh (MAS) 6-3, 6-3Samir Hamza Reguig (ALG) beat Alexey Dubinin (RUS) 6-0, 6-3Leo Borg (SWE) beat Mohammad Abid Ali Akbar Khan (PAK) 6-4, 6-4Kere Yilmaz (TUR) beat Dmitrii Shiroki 3-6, 7-5, 7-5Men’s Doubles (Quarterfinals):Aqeel Khan / Barkatullah Khan (PAK) beat Adam Farag-Cao (CAN) / Carl Holder (GBR) 6-1, 4-6, (10-5)Ivan Iutkin / Alexey Dubinin (RUS) beat Abubakar Talha / Ahmad Nael Qureshi (PAK) 4-6, 6-3, 10-5.
ITF Men’s Futures: Mohammad Shoaib outclasses Edoardo Ligniere 2-0
Ahmad Nael Qureshi and Abu Bakar Talha win Men’s Doubles match against Russian pair 2-1Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s top national tennis player, Mohammad Shoaib moved into the second round of the ITF Men’s Futures M-15 (Leg-1) after thrashing Edoardo Cherie Ligniere from Italy in straight sets 2-0 here at PTF-SDA Tennis Complex on Wednesday. The final score-line was 6–1, 6–3.Mohammad Shoaib displayed aggressive tennis and did not allow his opponent to settle his feet on the court, as the game of the local guy was laced with powerful forehand and backhand drives with the classic drop shots and volleys. Mohammad Shoaib finished the first set after losing a solitary game at 6-1.Meanwhile, in the second set, Mohammad Shoaib exhibited brilliant tennis despite facing some resistance from his Italian challenger Lignere, who won three games of the set. Mohammad Shoaib ended the second set at 6-3 to confirm his berth in the second round of an international tennis showpiece.A total of 70 men’s players from 23 countries are participating in this prestigious international event. The participating nations included hosts Pakistan, Kuwait, Russia, Uzbekistan, Sweden, Australia, Malaysia, Great Britain, Italy, Lithuania, China, Turkey, Algeria, Canada, USA, Ireland, Poland, Hong Kong, Nepal, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Japan.It is pertinent to note here that the top seed of the tournament is Leo Borg of Sweden, currently ranked ATP 483, while the second seed is Samir Hamza Reguig of Algeria, holding an ATP ranking of 844.Later on, in the Men’s Doubles, the young Pakistani pair Abubakar Talha and Ahmad Nael Qureshi delivered an impressive performance, showing great coordination and confidence throughout the match. After dropping a tight first set, the duo fought back strongly to take control of the contest with aggressive and composed tennis. They ultimately secured a well-earned victory over their opponents with a score of 5–7, 6–2, 10–5, advancing to the next round.Results:Men’s Singles (Round=1):Mohammad Shoaib (PAK) beat Edoardo Cherie Ligniere (ITA) 6–1, 6–3Darrshan Suresh (MAS) beat Melih Anavatan (TUR) 6–4, 6–3Arvid Nordquist (SWE) beat Carl Holder (GBR) 6–4, 7–6 (7–0)Barkatullah (PAK) beat Yousaf Khalil (PAK) 1-6, 6-4, 6-2Samir Hamza Reguig (ALG) beat Andrei Kunitsyn (RUS) 7–5, 2–6, 7–6 (4)Alexey Dubinin (RUS) beat Adam Bajurko (POL) 6–3, 6–3Leo Borg (SWE) beat Aqeel Khan (PAK) 7-6 (4), 6-3Mert Naci Türker (TUR) beat Stevan Popovic (GER) 6–7 (5), 7–6 (5), 7–6 (3) Men’s Doubles (Round-1):Ahmad Nael Qureshi (PAK) / Abu Bakar Talha (PAK) beat Egor Khotchenkov / Dmitrii Shirokii (RUS) 5–7, 6–2, (10–5)Essa Qabazard (KUW) / Darrshan Suresh (MAS) beat Arkhip Kozlov (RUS) / Abdulaziz Usmonjonov (UZB) 7–5, 6–3Aqeel Khan (PAK) / Barkat Khan (PAK) beat Adam Bajurko (POL) / Lawrence Bataljin (AUS) 6–0, 6–1Adam Farag-Cao (CAN) / Carl Holder (GBR) beat Nikita Ianin / Andrei Kunitsyn (RUS) 3–6, 7–6 (3), 10–6Tugra Duran (TUR) / Mert Naci Türker (TUR) beat Yousaf Khalil (PAK) / Mohammad Shoaib (PAK) 6–4, 6–4
ITF Men’s Futures M-15 (Leg-1) Begins Islamabad
ITF Men’s Futures M-15 (Leg-1) tournament has commenced today at the PTF Tennis Complex, Islamabad.This tournament is being organized in the memory of Khawaja Iftikhar Ahmad, a respected former tennis player of the subcontinent, in recognition of his valuable contributions to the sport and his lasting legacy in regional tennis history.A total of 70 men’s players from 23 countries are participating in this prestigious international event. The participating nations include Pakistan, Kuwait, Russia, Uzbekistan, Sweden, Austria, Malaysia, Great Britain, Italy, Lithuania, China, Turkey, Algeria, Canada, USA, Ireland, Poland, Hong Kong, Nepal, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Japan.Top seed of the tournament is Leo Borg of Sweden, currently ranked ATP 483, while the second seed is Samir Hamza Reguig of Algeria, holding an ATP ranking of 844.Results:Men’s Singles Qualifying 1st Round: Yousaf Haleem(PAK) bt Ali Zafar (PAK) 7-5,6-0; Fedor Dorokhov (RUS) bt Mazhar Go Nakamichi (JPN) 7-6(5), 6-7(5)10-7; M.Talha Khan (PAK) bt Inam Qadir (PAK) 6-0,6-3; Hamza Roman (PAK) bt Ahmar Saeed (PAK) 6-0,6-0; Artem Bukin (RUS) bt ILyos Abrorov (UZB) 6-3,6-3; Abishek Bastola (NEP) bt Adnan Rashid Khan (PAK) 6-0,1-0(retd);M.Abid Ali Akbar Khan (PAK) bt Yi Yuan (HKG) 6-0,6-0;Men’s Singles Qualifying 2nd Round: Ivan Iutkin (RUS) bt Sameer Ahmed (PAK) 6-1,6-2; M.Abid Ali Akbar Khan (PAK) bt Tugra Duran(TUR) 6-1,6-4; Adam Farag Cao (CAN) bt Yousaf Haleem (PAK) 6-0,6-2; Arkhip Kozlov (RUS) bt Heran Zhang(CHN) 7-5,6-3;Ahmed Nael Qureshi (PAK) Shawal Azeem (PAK) 6-1,6-0; Xiuyuan Guo (CHN) bt Mustansir Ali Khan (PAK) 6-0,6-3; Egor Khotchenkov (RUS) bt Hamza Roman (PAK) 2-6,6-2(10-8) ; Adam Bajurko (POL) bt Zachary Mintz(USA) 6-1,6-0The 3rd Round of the qualifying matches will start at 10:00 am tomorrow.
Pakistan’s Abubakar Talha / Hamza Roman Clinch ITF J-60 Doubles Title
Islamabad (faisal): The Treet ITF Pakistan Syed Dilawar Abbas Memorial Junior Tennis Championship (J-60, Leg-3) successfully concluded at the PTF Tennis Complex.A total of 24 boys and 20 girls from 16 countries-Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Singapore, Japan, China, Australia, Russia, Poland, South Korea, Sri Lanka, USA, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Netherlands, and Thailand—participated in the championships.The event is organised annually in memory of Late Senator Syed Dilawar Abbas, who served as President of the PTF from 2001 to 2009. The championship stands as a tribute to his legacy, passion, and invaluable contributions to the development of tennis in Pakistan.The event was proudly sponsored by Faisal Movers, Book Karo, Oil and Gas Development Company Limited, Ndure, and Syngenta.Results: In the Boys’ Doubles Final, Pakistan’s Abubakar Talha and Hamza Roman delivered an outstanding performance, defeating Luke Jie Xi Ho of Singapore and Mikaeel Ali Baig of Pakistan 6-1,6-0 to clinch the ITF J-60 doubles title.In the Girls’ Doubles Final, Yerin Lim (KOR) and Zhiyu Zhou (CHN) defeated Kiko Okuyama (JPN) and Zihan Feng (CHN) 6-3, 1-6, (12-10) to secure the title.At the closing ceremony, Tariq Mehmood Murtaza graced the occasion as Chief Guest, while Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President PTF, attended as Guest of Honour. They distributed prizes among the winners and runners-ups.
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 22 Apr, 2026
Islamabad: The Treet ITF Pakistan Syed Dilawar Abbas Memorial Junior Tennis Championship (J-60, Leg-3) continued at the PTF Tennis Complex, IslamabadResults:Boys Singles Pre-Quarterfinasl: Artem Bukin (RUS) bt Amir Mazari (PAK) 6-2,6-2; Jayden Park (HKG) bt Junxuan Cheng(CHN) 6-4,7-6(5); Ganuka Fernando (SRI) bt Muhammad Afzal (PAK) 6-0,6-0; Mikaeel Ali Baig (PAK) bt Abdaar Ali (PAK) 6-1,6-0; Ahtesham Humayun (PAK) bt Ho Wan Yeung (HKG) 6-3,6-3; Luke Jie Xi Ho (SGP) bt Vladislav Chiburaev(RUS) 6-2,6-1; Abubakar Talha (PAK) bt Inam Qadir (PAK) 6-0,6-1;Hamza Roman (PAK) bt Ruoyu Hua (CHN) 6-4,7-5 Girls Singles Pre-Quarterfinals: Varvara Rubtsova(RUS) bt Kiko Okuyama (JPN) 6-3,2-6,7-5; Zihan Feng(CHN) bt Khadija Khalil (PAK) 6-1,6-0; Ai Teng (CHN) bt Zunaisha Noor (PAK) 6-0,6-0; Yijia Wang(CHN) bt Hinako Higaki (JPN) 2-1(retd); Zhiyu Zhou (CHN) bt Yuliia Artiuhina(POL) 6-0,6-0; Yitong Lu (CHN) bt Eyu Yoshida (JPN) 6-0,6-1; Srimuk Phitchayaphak (THA) bt Romaisa Malik (PAK) 6-1,6-2; Yerin Lim (KOR) bt Safiia Urazalina (KAZ) 6-0,7-6(5) (PR)
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 20 Apr, 2026
Islamabad (faisal): The ITF Pakistan Syed Dilawar Abbas Memorial Junior Tennis Championship (J-60, Leg-3) commenced today at the PTF Tennis Complex, Islamabad. Tariq Murtza, Chairman of the Islamabad Tennis Association, inaugurated the championships.A total of 24 boys and 20 girls from 16 countries, including Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Singapore, Japan, China, Australia, Russia, Poland, South Korea, Sri Lanka, USA, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Netherlands, and Thailand, are participating in the championship.Results : Boys Singles 1st Round: Jayden Park (HKG) w/o Mohammad Hassan Usmani (PAK); Ruoyu Hua (CHN) bt Sarp Akan Ercan (TUR) 6-1, 6-4 ; Inam Qadir (PAK) w/o Moulik Agarwal (IND) : Amir Muhammad Khan Mazari (PAK) bt Kinki Shi (HKG) 6-1,6-1; Vladislav Chiburaev (RUS) bt Mohammad Yahya (PAK) 6-4, 7-6(5) ; Abdaar Ali (PAK) w/o Han Yang (CHN; Artem Bukin (RUS) bt Heran Zhang (CHN) 7-6(5), 7-5 ; Jinxuan Cheng (CHN) bt Fedor Dorokhov (RUS) 7-6(1), 4-6, 6-3; Ho Wan Yeung (HKG) bt Arham Tariq (PAK) 6-1, 6-0; Mohammad Ahmad Afzal (PAK) w/o Ivan Bondarenko (KAZ); Ganuka Fernando (SRI) bt Zohaib Afzal Malik (PAK) 6-2, 6-3 ; Ahtesham Humayun (PAK) bt Hao Yi Zhang (CHN) 6-1, 4-1 Ret; Girls Singles 1st Round: Kiko Okuyama (JPN) bt Bismal Zia Ullah Khan (PAK) 6-0,6-1; Safiia Urazalina (KAZ) bt Yuriko Michihiro (JPN) 6-0, 6-1; Romisa Malik (PAK) bt Yeanna Chowdhury (BAN) 6-2, 7-5; Khadija Khalil bt Rania Busz (USA) 4-6,6-2,6-0Boys Doubles 1st Round: Ruoyu Hua (CHN) / Heran Zhang (CHN) bt Vladislav Chiburaev / Ahtesham Humayun (PAK) 6-4,6-4; Kinki Shi (HKG) / Ho Wan Yeung(HKG) bt Abdaar Ali (PAK) / Arham Tariq (PAK) 6-2,6-2; Artem Bukin (RUS) / Fedor Dorokhov (RUS) bt Zohaib Afzal Malik / M.Yahya (PAK) 6-2,7-5; Girls Doubles 1st Round: Yeanna Chowdhury (BAN) / Eyu Yoshida(JPN) bt Yuliia Artiuhina(POL) / Rania Busz(USA) 6-0,6-0; Yitong Lu (CHN) / Ai Teng(CHN) bt Hinako Higaki (JPN) / Yuriko Michihiro(JPN) 6-4,6-2
TENNIS - ITF Juniors 16 Apr, 2026
Islamabad (PR): Pakistan stormed into the final of the ITF Asia 12 & Under Team Competition – South Asia 2026 after defeating Sri Lanka 2–0 in the semifinal.The Pakistan team produced a commanding performance, winning both singles matches to secure a comprehensive victory. With this convincing win, Pakistan will now face arch-rival India in the final tomorrow, aiming to clinch the championship title.Singles 1:Mohammad Aayan beat Seneviratne Kashya : 3-6, 1-6Singles 2: Mohammad Ibraheem Hussain Gill beat Akbar Zacharia 7-6, 4-6, 2-6
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