Noor Zaman Squash Champion in U23 World
Noor Zaman's historic win has sparked celebrations across Pakistan, with the country's leaders and sports enthusiasts alike hailing his achievement as a major breakthrough for Pakistani squash, and a testament to the country's rich sporting talent.
Noor Zaman, a 21-year-old Pakistani squash player, has made history by becoming the men's champion in the U23 World Squash Championship in Karachi, defeating Egypt's Karim El Torkey in a thrilling match.
The young Pakistani player, ranked 68 globally, came from behind to win the final after being down two sets, recovering from a shaky start to win the third and fourth sets convincingly, and then dominating the final game to claim the title. His teammate, Muhammad Ammad, won the consolation final earlier in the day, adding to Pakistan's success in the tournament.
The tournament was attended by several high-profile dignitaries, including President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who congratulated Noor on his victory and expressed confidence in Pakistan's ability to reclaim its "lost glory" in squash. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, World Squash Federation President Zena Woolridge, and Sindh Squash Association President Adnan Asad were also in attendance.
Noor's victory has brought pride and joy to the nation, and his achievement is seen as a significant step towards Pakistan's resurgence in the sport. The success of the tournament has also highlighted the country's potential to host international sporting events and promote squash globally.