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Business Recorder
an hour ago
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- Business Recorder
Pakistan defeat India, clinch 7 medals in Asian Junior Squash Championship
Pakistan delivered an impressive performance at the Asian Junior Squash Championship in Korea, defeating India in the main event and securing a total of seven medals, including two gold, two silver, and one bronze, along with two Plate Division titles. In the boys' under-13 final, Pakistan's Sohail Adnan outclassed India's Ayaan Dhanuka in a dominant display, winning the match with scores of 11-5, 11-2, 11-13, and 11-6. The boys' under-15 final was an all-Pakistani affair, where Nauman Khan triumphed over Ahmad Rayyan Khalil, securing gold with game scores of 12-10, 11-6, and 11-2. Rising squash stars shine in Scottish Junior Open 2024 In the girls' under-13 final, Mahnoor Ali put up a strong fight but narrowly lost to China's Yan Xiuwan in a five-game thriller. The Chinese player won 9-11, 11-6, 11-9, 9-11, 12-10, with Mahnoor earning a silver medal for Pakistan. The tournament concluded with Pakistani players clinching five medals in the main event and two additional titles in the Plate Division, earning accolades for their determination and skill on the international stage. Following the team's success, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the young athletes and the nation, calling their achievements a source of immense pride for Pakistan. In a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office, he commended Nauman Khan and Sohail Adnan for winning gold medals in the under-15 and under-13 categories, and also lauded Ahmad Rayyan Khalil and Mahnoor Ali for securing silver in their respective events. 'The victories in the finals and the overall tally of seven medals have won the hearts of the entire nation,' the Prime Minister said. 'The whole nation is proud of you,' he added, expressing hope that the players' winning streak would continue in the future. The Prime Minister's Office extended heartfelt congratulations to the athletes, their families, and coaches, recognizing their hard work and dedication in bringing international glory to Pakistan.
Express Tribune
4 hours ago
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- Express Tribune
Pakistani players secure double gold in Asian Junior Squash event
Listen to article Pakistan defeated India in the Asian Junior Squash Championship, with Pakistani players securing two gold medals in the main event, marking a strong performance at the regional competition held in Korea. In the boys' under-13 final, Pakistan's Sohail Adnan outplayed India's Ayaan Dhanuka. Adnan won with game scores of 11-5, 11-2, 11-13, and 11-6, displaying dominance throughout the match. In the boys' under-15 final, Pakistan's Nauman Khan emerged victorious against compatriot Ahmad Rayyan Khalil, winning 12-10, 11-6, and 11-2. Also Read: Pakistan secures five medals at Asian Junior Squash Championship In the girls' under-13 final, Pakistan's Mahnoor Ali fell short against China's Yan Xiuwan in a closely contested five-game match. Xiuwan claimed the win with scores of 9-11, 11-6, 11-9, 9-11, and 12-10. Overall, Pakistani players earned two gold, two silver, and one bronze medal in the main event. Additionally, they secured two more titles in the Plate Division.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
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- Hindustan Times
Pakistan's squash player makes obscene finger gesture towards opponent after loss, storms out without handshake
In a startling turn of events at the Asian Junior Squash Championship, Pakistani Under-17 player Mehwish Ali stirred controversy after making an obscene gesture toward her opponent following a hard-fought Round of 16 clash. Pakistan's junior squash player has drawn controversy for her obscene gesture(X) The 17-year-old was seen making an offensive finger gesture towards Hong Kong's Chung Y L shortly after the conclusion of their match, which ended with scores of 13-11, 5-11, 11-13, 4-11 in favour of Chung. The unsportsmanlike act, captured on video, quickly went viral across social media platforms, drawing widespread criticism and raising questions about on-court conduct and discipline in junior sports. Watch: The Pakistan player had initially extended her arm for a handshake, but Chung was celebrating, seemingly with her team at the time. Annoyed by this and her loss, Ali showed the obscene gesture and left the court without a handshake, even as Chung promptly returned. It remains to be seen whether she will be punished for the unsportsmanlike conduct. This is not the first time a junior Pakistan player has ignited controversy for their unruly behaviour. During the U16 Davis Cup tie in Kazakhstan this May, a Pakistani player stirred controversy with a disrespectful handshake gesture after defeat. The Indian player stayed composed, walking away without reacting. Pakistan at Asian Junior Squash Championships Pakistan have otherwise asserted some dominance at the Asian Junior Individual Squash Championships in Gimcheon, as five of its players stormed into the semifinals with commanding performances on Thursday. Each of the five Pakistani contenders secured straight-game victories (3-0). In the Boys' Under-19 division, third seed Abdullah Nawaz delivered a confident performance against Hong Kong's Wong Wing Kuen. Controlling the tempo from the outset, Nawaz never allowed his opponent to find rhythm, sealing a straight-games victory with scores of 11-4, 11-6, 11-6. Meanwhile, in the Boys' Under-15 category, top seed Nauman Khan showcased agility in his 11-6, 11-5, 11-7 win over India's Harshal Rana. Joining him in the last four was fellow countryman Ahmad Rayyan Khan, who made short work of Malaysia's Armann Merzha bin Ashraff. The Boys' Under-13 competition also saw a strong Pakistani showing, as top seed Muhammad Sohail Adnan powered through his quarterfinal clash against India's Abhyuday Arora. On the girls' side, Mahnoor Ali delivered one of the standout performances of the day in the Under-17 category. Facing India's Anika Kalanki, Mahnoor was clinical and composed, beating the Indian 11-6, 11-2, 11-3 victory to book her spot in the semifinals.
