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Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Pak's Umair Arif reaches HK Open final
Muhammad Umair Arif poses with his first runner-up trophy at The Jessica Company Hong Kong Junior Squash Open 2025. PHOTO COURTESY: BARD Pakistan's rising squash talent, Muhammad Umair Arif from Peshawar, delivered an exceptional performance at The Jessica Company Hong Kong Junior Squash Open 2025, finishing as 1st Runner-Up after an intense final against the tournament's top-seeded player from Saudi Arabia. Sponsored by BARD Foundation, Umair's journey to the finals was marked by remarkable victories, including defeating higher-seeded international players from Japan, the USA, and Singapore. His consistent dominance on the court reflects the skill and determination that have defined his career so far. Umair represented Pakistan in the World Squash Junior Championships this year, where he showcased his talent on another prestigious international platform. Mehreen Dawood, member Board of Governors BARD Foundation, praised Umair's achievement, stating:"Umair's performance is a testament to the fact that Pakistan continues to produce world-class sports talent. At BARD Foundation, our mission is to nurture and support such potential, enabling athletes to shine internationally. We are incredibly proud of his hard work and determination." Abdul Razak Dawood, President of BARD Foundation, added: "Supporting athletes like Umair is central to our vision of building a stronger sports culture in Pakistan. His achievement in Hong Kong is not just a personal milestone but an inspiration for the next generation of players. We look forward to seeing him achieve even greater success in the years ahead."
Business Recorder
5 days ago
- Sport
- Business Recorder
Hong Kong Junior Squash Open: Umair secures 1st runner-up position
LAHORE: Pakistan's rising squash talent, Muhammad Umair Arif from Peshawar, delivered an exceptional performance at The Jessica Company Hong Kong Junior Squash Open 2025, finishing as 1st Runner-Up after an intense final against the tournament's top-seeded player from Saudi Arabia. Sponsored by BARD Foundation, Umair's journey to the finals was marked by remarkable victories, including defeating higher-seeded international players from Japan, the USA, and Singapore. His consistent dominance on the court reflects the skill and determination that have defined his career so far. Mehreen Dawood, member Board of Governors BARD Foundation, praised Umair's achievement, states: 'Umair's performance is a testament to the fact that Pakistan continues to produce world-class sports talent. At BARD Foundation, our mission is to nurture and support such potential, enabling athletes to shine internationally.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
