Pakistan dominate IBSF World Snooker Championship in Bahrain with twin titles
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Asif faced a stern test in the World Masters final, going toe-to-toe with India's Brijesh Damani in a nail-biting encounter. After six fiercely contested frames, the Pakistani star cueist held his nerve in the decider to edge Damani 4-3, clinching yet another major title.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz congratulated Asif on his brilliant win in the Masters category.
'Mohammad Asif has brought pride to Pakistan on the global stage by defeating his Indian opponent through sheer hard work, skill, and determination,' she was quoted as saying by her Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) party.
Asif advanced to the final with an impressive 4-2 win over India's Manan Chandra in the semifinal on Thursday at the Crowne Plaza, Bahrain.
Meanwhile, Hasnain produced a clinical display of cue mastery, sweeping past Riley Powell of Wales 4-0 to seize the World Under-17 Snooker crown.
'The young prodigy remained unshaken throughout, showcasing composure beyond his years to secure the gold,' the IBSF said on its website.
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