Sohail Adnan Honored for British Open U-13 Squash Victory
Young squash prodigy Sohail Adnan, who brought glory to Pakistan by clinching the British Open Under-13 title, was greeted with a warm welcome at the Punjab Squash Complex upon his return from Birmingham on Friday.
Lahore, Pakistan – Young squash prodigy Sohail Adnan, who brought glory to Pakistan by clinching the British Open Under-13 title, was greeted with a warm welcome at the Punjab Squash Complex upon his return from Birmingham on Friday.
A large crowd of fans, family, and squash enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the historic achievement, marking Pakistan’s first U-13 win in the British Open after 18 long years. Sohail’s thrilling victory over Egypt’s Moez Tamer Elmoghazy in the final earlier this month reignited hopes for Pakistan’s squash dominance.
A Hard-Fought Victory
In the intense final, Sohail showcased resilience and skill, defeating his Egyptian rival with scores of 11-5, 5-11, 6-11, 11-7, 11-5. Speaking at the celebration, Sohail credited his victory to dedicated coaching, family support, and the squash association’s backing.
“This win is for Pakistan. I aim to bring more laurels to my country and restore its glory in squash,” Sohail said.
Support from the Squash Community
The event also saw praise from Noor-ul-Amin Mengal, President of the Punjab Squash Association (PSA).
“Sohail’s victory is a testament to the PSA’s focus on nurturing young talent. His win will inspire many others,” said Mengal.
Sohail’s parents, beaming with pride, revealed that all four of their children play squash.
“Sohail’s success motivates us to support our other kids to follow their dreams,” they shared.
Key Takeaways
- Historic Win: Sohail Adnan’s U-13 British Open victory ends an 18-year drought for Pakistan.
- Family & Coaches: Sohail expressed gratitude for his parents, coaches, and PSA’s support.
- Future Goals: The young champ vows to elevate Pakistan’s standing in squash internationally.
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