The Punjab Lawn Tennis Association (PLTA) has expressed its appreciation for the management of Sahiwal Club for the successful organization of the All Pakistan Juniors/Seniors National Ranking Tennis Championship. The event was described as a significant boost for the development of tennis in the region.
Historic Return to Sahiwal
The week-long championship marked the return of national-ranking tennis to Sahiwal after nearly three decades. It attracted a large number of leading and emerging players from across the country. The tournament was widely praised for its professional management, competitive standard, and excellent hospitality.
Recognition of Key Figures
The PLTA extended special appreciation to Sahiwal Club General Secretary Sheikh Azmat Saleem and Tennis Coordinator Mian Naveed Malik for their outstanding efforts, meticulous planning, and commitment. Their contributions played a pivotal role in the smooth conduct of the prestigious event.
Future Prospects
Expressing satisfaction over the success of the championship, PLTA officials voiced optimism that Sahiwal Club would continue to host the tournament on an annual basis. They hope to establish it as a permanent fixture on Pakistan’s national tennis calendar. Such events provide an invaluable platform for nurturing young talent and promoting competitive tennis at both junior and senior levels.
Match Results
On the courts, several players advanced with commanding performances in the men’s singles second round. Ahtesham Humayun outclassed Ahmad Hameed 6-0, 6-0, while Imran Bhatti eased past M. Ahmad Afzal 6-0, 6-1. Abdul Basit, M. Zubair, Subhan, Sheikh Zeeshan, Atta Rabbi, and Suleman Junaid also progressed to the next stage with convincing victories.
In the boys U-18 pre-quarterfinals, Ahtesham Humayun continued his impressive run by defeating Rehman Bilal 6-0, 6-1. Aliyan Ali, Huzaifa Asif, Abdul Basit, and M. Yahya also booked their places in the quarterfinals.
The boys U-14 category witnessed a series of dominant displays, with Muhammad Muaz, Hasham Sher Chadar, Muhammad Ibraheem Hussain Gill, Aliyan Ali, Behroze Memon, Muhammad Ayan, Shayan Afridi, and Rashid Ali Bachani advancing to the next round.
Meanwhile, first-round matches in the boys U-12 competition saw Ishfan Memon, Mustafa Zia, Majid Ali Bachani, Riyan Omer Khalil, Behroze Memon, Muhammad Faizan, Salman Pirzada, Mustafa Uzair Rana, and Salaar Khan emerge victorious.
