Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report):
Pakistan’s Shayan Afridi Wins ITF Asia 14 & Under Development Championship 2025
Pakistan’s Shayan Afridi has emerged victorious at the ITF Asia 14 & Under Development Championship 2025 Week-1 Regional Qualifying Event for South East & East Asia, held in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
In the final, Shayan defeated the tournament’s second seed, Pak Nicholas Ming En of Singapore, with a a score of 6-3, 6-7(3) 6-4, clinching the championship title for Week-1.
Mr. Muhammad Yasir Pirzada, Director General of the Pakistan Sports Board, congratulated Shayan on his extraordinary performance, stating, “Shayan’s victory is a testament to the bright future of sports in Pakistan.” He reaffirmed the Sports Board’s commitment to supporting the country’s athletes and facilitating their growth on international platforms.
Mr. Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF), expressed his sincere gratitude to Mr. Yasir Pirzada for facilitating the Pakistan 14 & under team’s tour to Sri Lanka. He also extended heartfelt congratulations to Shayan Afridi on this incredible achievement, describing it as a significant milestone for tennis in Pakistan. Mr. Aisam praised Shayan’s determination and talent, recognizing this victory as an inspiration for young players across the country. He also commended Mr. M. Abid, captain of the Pakistan team, for his exceptional leadership and contribution to the team’s success.
Col. Zia-ud-din Tufail, Secretary General of the PTF, also celebrated Shayan’s victory. He congratulated Shayan and his family for their dedication and resilience, which has brought pride to the nation.Additional results from the tournament include Rashid Ali securing 12th position out of 32 participants in the boys’ category. In the girls’ category, Bismal Zia and Hajra Sohail delivered commendable performances, finishing in 6th and 7th positions, respectively, out of 16 players.
