Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report) :
The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) is pleased to inform you that the 10th Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan National Ranking Tennis Championships 2024 concluded at the PTF-SDA Tennis Complex, Islamabad.
The closing ceremony was graced by HE Ladislav Steinhubel, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Pakistan, as the Chief Guest, and Senator Salim Saifullah Khan, Patron PTF, as the Guest of Honour. The ceremony was also attended by prominent figures including Mr Anwar Saifullah Khan, Mr Javed Saifullah Khan, Usman Saifullah Khan, Asad Saifullah Khan (members of the Saifullah Family) and Mr Qamar Zaman ex-Chairman NAB, Mr Hassan Baig, Mr. Tufail Cheema -Secretary-ITA, Col. Zia-ud-din Tufail (Secretary General, PTF), Col. Gul Rehman (Director, PTF Complex), as well as a large gathering of tennis players, coaches, parents, media representatives, and tennis lovers.
During the ceremony, one minute of silence was observed to pay respects to the passing away of the father-in-law of Mr. Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi-President-PTF.
In the closing Ceremony, A cash award of Rs. 25,000/- was presented to young tennis prodigy Hassan Usmani for his remarkable achievements in U-14 tournaments held in Saudi Arabia and Aaghabat, showcasing his promising talent on international platforms.
Additionally, a shield was awarded to Mr Mahboob Khan, the longest-serving coach of Pakistan and a USPTR-certified coach, for his invaluable contributions to the development of tennis in the country.
The Final Results are as follows.
Men’s Singles Final:
Muzammil Murtaza defeated Muhammad Shoaib 6-3, 6-2 to claim the title.
Ladies Singles Final:
Amna Ali Qayum overcame Soha Ali 6-3, 6-4 to secure the championship.
Boys’ 14 & Under Final:
Hassan Usmani triumphed over Ruhab Faisal 6-2, 6-0 to win the title.
Boys’ 12 & Under Final:
Shayan Afridi defeated Rashid Ali 6-1, 6-0 to emerge victorious.
