Sports Bulletin

Karachi (Sports Reporter): Pakistan WAPDA clinched the Lakh Sahaita 54th National Athletics Championship with an overall tally of 27 gold medals, while Pakistan Navy finished second with nine golds and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) secured third place with eight gold medals.WAPDA dominated both the men’s and women’s competitions at the championship, held at the NED University tartan track under the supervision of the Athletics Federation of Pakistan and organised by the Sindh Athletics Association, with the support of Lakh Sahaita.Pakistan Navy finished second in the men’s category, followed by HEC, while HEC secured second place in the women’s standings, with Sindh finishing third and Pakistan Navy fourth.In the men’s events, WAPDA collected 17 gold, five silver and five bronze medals. Pakistan Navy took second place with five gold, six silver and four bronze medals, while HEC finished third with two gold, four silver and seven bronze medals.In the women’s category, WAPDA won 10 gold, 11 silver and six bronze medals. HEC finished second with six gold, seven silver and nine bronze medals and 260 points. Sindh secured third place with one gold, two silver and three bronze medals and 86 points, while Pakistan Navy finished fourth with four gold medals and 73 points.The final day produced a major highlight when WAPDA’s Maria Bibi established a new national record in the women’s 5,000 metres. She clocked 19 minutes and 2.00 seconds to win gold, breaking the previous record of 19:04.05 set by Olympian Rabia Ashiq in 2012.WAPDA’s Nazia Ehsan claimed silver in 19:49.50, while HEC’s Goonish Batool took bronze in 20:10.80.WAPDA sprinter Shajar Abbas added another gold medal to his tally by winning the men’s 200 metres in 20.75 seconds. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Attaullah finished second in 20.90 seconds, while HEC’s Haseeb Ahmed took bronze in 21.40 seconds.In the women’s 200 metres, HEC’s Khola Umar Khan won gold in 24.80 seconds. Sindh’s Iqra Riaz secured silver in 25.05 seconds, while WAPDA’s Malaika Shehzadi took bronze in 26.00 seconds.WAPDA’s Shahsawar won the men’s 800 metres in 1:52.01, ahead of Punjab’s Maqsood, who clocked 1:53.53. HEC’s Osama Hassan finished third in 1:54.47.In the women’s hammer throw, WAPDA’s Uzma Azam secured gold with a throw of 41.82 metres. HEC’s Maliha Saleem took silver with 35.59 metres, while teammate Khadija Mehreen won bronze with 35.36 metres.Pakistan Navy claimed gold in the men’s 4x100-metre relay, with Saifullah Amin, Muhammad Hamza, Abdullah and Ansar Abbas completing the race in 42.00 seconds. HEC finished second in 42.05 seconds, while Punjab took bronze in 43.28 seconds.WAPDA won the women’s 4x100-metre relay in 48.63 seconds through Aneeka, Malhan, Malaika and Faiqa. HEC claimed silver in 50.19 seconds, while Sindh secured bronze in 52.25 seconds.In the men’s triple jump, WAPDA’s Usman Zafar took gold with a leap of 15.39 metres. Pakistan Navy’s Ansar Abbas finished second with 15.29 metres, while Punjab’s Muhammad Irfan claimed bronze with 13.98 metres.WAPDA also dominated the men’s hammer throw, where Dawood won gold with 52.45 metres. Teammate Azhar Abbas took silver with 51.01 metres, while HEC’s Daniyal Haider secured bronze with 45.53 metres.In the women’s pole vault, WAPDA’s Amina cleared 2.85 metres to win gold. Teammate Sajida Bibi took silver with 2.70 metres, while HEC’s Madiha claimed bronze with 2.60 metres.Pakistan Navy’s Usman Ghani won the men’s high jump with a clearance of 1.96 metres. WAPDA’s Ali Ashraf finished second at 1.93 metres, while teammate Ahmed took bronze at the same height.WAPDA’s Sohail Amir won the men’s 5,000 metres in 15:16.20. Punjab’s Muhammad Zain took silver in 15:34.01, while Pakistan Navy’s Ali Hassan secured bronze in 15:45.30.The championship concluded with the men’s 4x400-metre relay. WAPDA’s Fawad Khan, Ikram, Shah Sarwar and Zawar Shah won gold in 3:15.90. Pakistan Navy’s Muhammad Hamza, Muhammad Waqas, Asfahan Yousuf and Saifullah Amin finished in 3:20.50, while Punjab recorded the same time through Usman Raza, Zargham, Sharjeel and Amir Amin. Both teams were awarded silver medals after recording identical times, and no bronze medal was awarded.Pakistan Navy’s Amtil Rehman was among the standout performers, winning four gold medals, while WAPDA’s Shajar Abbas also enjoyed an impressive championship, collecting three gold medals.

LAHORE (SBR) Punjab University students have set new records beside won gold, silver and bronze medals in the 52nd National Athletics Championship held in Multan.Punjab University students from various departments have participated in 52nd national athletics championships at Multan and clinched gold, silver and bronze medals in various competitions. A student from Punjab University College of Pharmacy Sammi ullah secured 2 bronze medal as well as made new HEC records in 800m with the timing of 1:53.10 while the 2nd record in 1500m with the timing of 3:55.5. PU’s Hailey College of Commerce Malaika Shehzadi secured 2 Gold medals in 400m race and 4x400m relay race.She also obtained 1silver in 4x100m relay, 1 bronze in 4x400m mixed relay race. PU Institute of Social & Cultural studies Nida Karim secured 1 gold medal in 4x400m relay race. PU VC Prof Dr Mohammad Ali congratulated the Director Sports Dr Mohammad Ali Klasra and students. 

LAHORE: Major General (Retd) Mohammad Akram Sahi has become the chairman of Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP) after enjoying a-four-year two tenures as the president of federation in the Elective General Council Meeting of AFP. Meeting was chaired by Mohammad Akram Sahi.According to a press release of AFP, the elections were held under the convenership of Brig Ghazanfar Ali (Retd), Chairman AFP Election Commission. The Meeting was attended by the affiliated units of AFP. The House unanimously elected the following Office Bearers for the next term of four years (2023-2027). Names of elected office bearers:Maj Gen (Retd) Mohammad Akram Sahi (Chairman), Nadeem Aftab Sindhu (President), Brig (Retd) Wajahat Hussain (Senior Vice President), Imdadullah Memon (Vice President), Qaiser Mehmood Khan (Vice President), Mehboob Dawood Vohra (Vice President), Saif ul Islam Afridi (Vice President), Nabeel Ahmad Rana (Vice President), Shahida Khanum (Vice President), Brig (Retd) Noureen Satti (Vice President-Women), Col (Retd) Shahjehan Mir (Secretary General), Shahina Ishtiaq (Treasurer), Husnain Syed (Joint Secretary), Nabeela Kamran (Joint Secretary-Woman), Asghar Ali Gill (Associate Secretary)Execute Members:Sqn Ldr Salman Choudary (PAF), Mumtaz Ul Haq (Islamabad AA), Azhar Samdani (Sindh AA), Rashid Mehmood Butt (Punjab AA), Syed Jamal Hussain (Punjab AA), Syed Zain Ul Abiden (AJK AA), Sikandar Mirza (GB AA), Seemi Rizvi (WAPDA), Salma Fiaz (KPK AA), Munazza Ayesha (Balochistan AA), Syeda Tahreem Jamal (PWAA), Humaira Mehmood Khan (PWAA)

Sports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: To celebrate the 76th Independence Day of the Pakistan “Run for Pakistan” races took place on 14th August 2023 in three big cities including Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad which saw an overwhelming response from both seasoned athletes and recreational runners. Participants were geared up in green and white, embodying the essence of the national flag. The event was not only a physical feat but was also an opportunity to connect with fellow runners internationally, fostering camaraderie and shared values.Sports in Pakistan proudly hosted a spectacular Run for Pakistan on Independence Day, bringing together passionate runners from near and far to celebrate the spirit of freedom and unity. The event, showcased the nation's resilience and determination while fostering a sense of patriotism among participants.In addition to the enthusiasm displayed by the runners, this year's Run for Pakistan drew a remarkable crowd of supporters, including families, friends, and local communities. Spectators lined the streets, waving flags and offering encouragement, creating an electrifying atmosphere charged with patriotic pride. The event united a diverse array of individuals, highlighting the harmonious strength that comes from standing together for a shared cause.Shoaib Nizami, CEO at Sports in Pakistan said:"We are thrilled to commemorate Independence Day with this extraordinary event. This event served as a celebration of our nation's freedom and the enduring human spirit. It was inspiring to witness participants from all walks of life coming together to honor the country we love. He further said that Run for Pakistan not only provided an opportunity for runners to test their physical capabilities, but it also played a significant role in benefiting the local community. A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to Special Olympics Pakistan, aiding their continuous efforts in making a positive impact within the area.’’Sports in Pakistan expresses its gratitude to all the volunteers, sponsors, and local authorities who contributed to the smooth execution of this grand event. Their dedication and support were instrumental in creating an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike. 

Arshad Nadeem, Yasir Sultan, Shajar Abbas, Abdul Mueed, and Esha to represent PakistanSports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP) has selected five players including 4 men and one woman for the 25th Asian Athletics Championships, scheduled to be held from July 12 to 16, 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand after conducting the trials at Punjab Stadium, Lahore.According to an official of the AFP, Arshad Nadeem, Yasir Sultan in Javelin Throw, Shajar Abbas in 100 meters, and 200 meters, Abdul Mueed in 200 meters, and 400 meters, and Esha Imran in 100 meters, 200 meters, and 400 meters have been selected for international competitions after analyzing their performance in trials.The athletes showed their remarkable athletic abilities and wowed the judges with their performances. The athletes showcased their skills in various disciplines, including  100m (Men), 100m (Women) 400m (Men), 400m (Women), Long Jump (Men) & Javelin Throw (Men). After a thorough evaluation of each performance, AFP selected 05 athletes to represent Pakistan in the Asian Athletics Championships. The selected athletes include Arshad Nadeem, Yasir Sultan in Javelin Throw, Shajar Abbas in 100m & 200m, Abdul Mueed in 200m & 400m, and Esha Imran in 100m, 200m & 400m. To ensure discipline and high-performance standards, coaches Shajar Abbas and Arshad Nadeem will go with the team. They will train and guide the team to ensure the best possible performance.

Sports Bulletin Report LAHORE:-Athletic Federation Pakistan (AFP) organized different athletics competitions to celebrate World Kids Athletics Day Kids Athletics on the directives of the International Amateur Athletics Federation (IAAF) at Punjab University (PU) Lahore on Thursday.Over 200 kids from different schools participated in the competitions, as the Mohammad Zafar, Secretary General AFP, graced the occasion as a chief guest. Salman Iqbal Butt, President Punjab Athletics Association, Shahida Khanum, President, Pakistan Women’s Athletics Association, Abida Tanveer, General Secretary, Pakistan Women’s Athletics Association, and Tariq Mehmood Sidhu, President, Technical Officials Association of AFP, also attended the event. Also, Professor Dr Zafar Iqbal Butt, Director of Sports Punjab University was also present on this occasion. The key objectives and aims of celebrating and organizing Kids Athletics Day were to ensure a steady and sustainable policy for the development of athletics and to introduce children to athletics at a basic level. It was also aimed to expand the sport of athletics for schools and all institutions that are interested in the well-being of children, to popularize athletics in the country and world, and to raise awareness about the importance of fitness and encourage people to get more involved in sports and athletics.The Secretary-General AFP appreciated the efforts of Mohammad Nabeel, Assistant Director Sports Punjab University, and the management of Punjab University for excellent arrangements. Gifts, T-shirts, caps, and certificates were distributed among the children.

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE:-The Punjab Junior Badminton Championship started today (Sunday) at Nishtar Park Sports Complex Gymnasium Hall in with collaboration of Sports Board Punjab (SBP). Dr Asif Tufail Director General Sports and Youth Affair Punjab inaugurated the championship.As many as 140 Male and female young badminton players from all over Punjab are participating in the U-15, U-17, and U-19 Single and Doubles events. Finals will be played on May 31, 2023 at the same venue.Results (Day-1): Boys’ Singles U-15 (Round-I)Ibrahim Khuram (Jehlum) beat Fida Hussain (LHR) 21-19, 17-21, 23-25Haroom Ahmad (Gujranwala) beat Roshan Nadeem (LHR) by 21-10, 21-17Abdul Muqeet (Chiniot) beat Mohammad Daud Ali (LHR) by 21-10, 21-13Danish Khan (LHR) beat Khuzaima Iqbal (Sialkot) by 21-19, 20-22, 21-17Mohamad Ismail (Layyah) beat Haroon Mudassar (TT Singh) by 15-21, 21-15, 21-19Mohammad Suleman (Attock) beat Musa Ameen (LHR) by 21-7, 21-7Haroon Rashid (LHR) beat Zubair Afzal (Sialkot) by 23-21, 21-11Mirza Ahmed Hafeez (RWL) beat Moeez Raza (LHR) by 21-6, 21-13Ibrahim Ahmed (LHR) beat Huzaifa Waqas (LHR) by 21-6, 21-1Hassan Rashid (LHR) beat Saleh Mohammad (LHR) by 21-10, 21-12Mirza Ahmed Hafeez (RWL) beat Abu Dajjana (LHR) by 21-8, 21-7Ali Haider (LHR) beat Fozan (Vehari) by 21-17, 21-19Boys’ Singles U-17 (Round-I)Zain Bajwa (Vehari) beat Hashim Ali (Sialkot) by 21-12, 21-16Hamza Waseem (Gujranwala) beat Mohammad Junaid (LHR) beat 21-13, 23-21Mohammad Bilal Shahzad (Okara) beat Mohammad Ahmad Gul (LHR) by 21-17, 17-21, 21-19Saim Ali (LHR) beat Mohammad Ayan (Okara) by 21-11, 15-21, 21-14Tufreed Ahmed Qureshi (RWP) beat Mohammad Soban Tauseef (LHR) by 21-7, 21-4Bilal Shabbir (BWN) beat Mohammad Raheel Ibtikhab Butt (LHR) by 21-12, 21-14Husain Shahzad (LHR) beat Mohammad Usman (Okara) by 21-4, 21-4Amer Hassan Janjua (RWP) beat Yousha Shahid (LHR) by 21-11, 21-5 Zain Bajwa (Vehari) beat Mohammad Wasik Ali (LHR) by 21-6, 21-4Zain Shakeel (LHR) beat Mohammad Abdullah (FSD) by 21-18, 21-8Mohammad Ahmad (FSD) beat Taha Yaseen (Lhr) by 21-7, 21-9Hamza Waseem (Gujranwala) beat Abdullah Faheem (LHR) by21-3, 21-5Mohammad Ahmad (Multan) beat Okasha Javed (LHR) by 21-17, 21-19Tayyab Subhani (LHR) beat Mohammad Irtaza Saleem (Gujrat) by 21-3, 21-8Men’s Singles U-19 (Round-I)Mohammad Ahmad (LHR) beat Abdur Rehman Yaqoob (Gujranwala) by 21-19, 12-21, 21-13Tahir Subhani (LHR) beat Mohammad Harris (FSD) by 21-13, 21-9Mohammad Ibrahim (Multan) beat Mohammad Shmyal (LHR) by 21-12, 21-4Mohammad Ibrahim (RWL) beat Abu Bakkar Afzaal (Sialkot) by 21-4, 21-12Usman Ahmad (Chiniot) beat Atta Mustafa (LHR) by 21-11, 21-14Mohammad Faiz (FSD) beat Ali Raza (T.T.Singh) by 21-8, 21-9Ihtisham Ul Haq (BWP) beat Mohammad Ahmad (Sheikhopura) by 21-18, 13-21, 21-18Rehan Ali (Sarghodha) beat Mutwassam Haider (Layyah) by 21018, 21-19Farhan Ali (Hafizabad) beat Zeshan Iqbal (FSD) by 21-12, 21-13Girls’ Singles U-17 (Round-I)Ramsha Faisal (Jehlum) beat Mariyam Fatima (LHR) by 21-8, 21-8Hamna Irshad (HFZ) beat Masooma Rashid (LHR) by 21-4, 21-6Sama Naveed (HFZ) beat Tasmia Qureshi (FSD) by 21-5, 21-14Amna (FSD) beat Fatima (LHR) by 21-13, 21-14Kashmine Nadeem (Multan) beat Fatima Ishal (LHR) by 21-6, 21-8Ramaysa Faisal (Jehlum) beat Noor Un Nisa (LHR) by 21-12, 21-14Sameen Faisal (Jehlum) beat Amna (FSD) by 21-8, 21-4Sama Naveed (HFZ) beat Roshan-e-Islam (LHR) by 19-21, 21-15, 21-16Areeba Butt (LHR) beat Humayal Aftaz (LHR) by 21-6, 21-6Falak Raza (LHR) beat Mahira Rashid (LHR) by 21-10, 21-16

Sports Bulletin Report ISLAMABAD: The 42 kilometers Islamabad marathon race will be held on Sunday, and will start from Trail 3 Islamabad Parking here at Margallah Road in five different categories including Full Marathon (42.2 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km) 10 km, 5 km, and Kids Fun Run. According to an official, Qasim Naz, Islamabad Run with Us (IRU) will organize the second full marathon (42km) in Islamabad on Sunday (January 29, 2023. It will be the second time that Islamabad will host such an event. The participants will run from Trail-III towards 7th Avenue and go Shakirparian and from the round-about of I-8 Bridge the athletes will come back at the end-point Trail-III Details of Categories: Full Marathon (42.2km): Both males and females over 14 years of age can participate. Half Marathon (21.1km): Both males and females over 14 years of age can participate. 10km Road Race: Both males and females over 14 years of age can participate. 5km Race: Both males and females over 14 years of age can participate. Kids Fun Run: Both males and females under 14 years of age can participate. Gathering Point: Trail 3 Islamabad Parking Full Marathon and Half Marathon Registration Time: 07:00 – 08:00AM Warm up exercise session by Alpha Fitness: 08:00- 08:20AM Race Briefing: 08:20- 08:40AM Assemble for Marathon and Half Marathon: 08:45-08:55AM Race Starting Time: 9:00AM 10KM Registration Time: 10:00-10:45AM Warm up exercise session by Alpha Fitness: 11:00-11:20AM Assemble for 10KM Marathon: 11:45-11:55AM Race Starting Time: 12:00PM (NOON) Cut Off (10KM): 1 HOUR AND 30 MINS 5KM Registration Time: 09:15- 10:00AM Warm up exercise session by Alpha Fitness: 10:00-10:20AM Assemble for 5KM Marathon: 10:40-10:50AM Race Starting Time: 11:00AM Kids Fun Run Registration Time: 8:45 AM - 9:15AM Race Briefing: 9:20AM Race Starting: 9:45AM

Sports Bulletin Report KARACHI: The 4th Commissioner Karachi Marathon on January 29, 2023, as the registration process has been kicked off for the mega athletic event. According to an official, the fourth edition of the Commissioner Karachi Marathon will be held on January 29, at Nishan-i- Pakistan Sea View. Commissioner Karachi Mohammad Iqbal Memon will inaugurate the marathon at 10 am at Nishan-i- Pakistan Sea View. There will be two categories of the marathon, the first one will be twelve kilometers while the other category will be a seven and a half kilometers race. Men and women of all ages can participate in both categories while special children and families can also participate in the marathon in a special category. The online registration for the Commissioner Karachi marathon has been opened at: https://commissionerkarachi.gos.pk/marathon-registration

LAHORE (Sports Bulletin):-Athletics Federation of Pakistan (AFP) and Aitchison Collage jointly organized 1st Aitchison Fastest Man Race (100m) at Aitchison Collage Lahore on Friday. According to an official of AFP, over 100 men athletes from the affiliated units of AFP including Army, WAPDA, Railways, HEC, Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Islamabad, AJ&K, Police & Gilgit Baltistan and student-athletes of Aitchison College participated in the competition. Shajar Abbas got first position and pocketed Rs. 100,000 cash prize while Nadeem Ali remained second and got Rs. 50,000. Uzair Rehman won third position and received prize of Rs. 25,000.  Secretary General Athletics Federation of Pakistan Mohammad Zafar and Principal Aitchison College Michael Thomson distributed medals and cash prizes among the winner athletes of event.