The 34th National Games Squash Finals witnessed thrilling matches and exceptional displays of skill and determination from both male and female players. In the men’s category, Nasir Iqbal of WAPDA emerged as the champion, showcasing his exceptional prowess on the court. On the women’s side, Amna Fayyaz representing Army claimed the top spot with her dominant performance. The finals were filled with intense battles, impressive scores, and remarkable comebacks, solidifying the legacy of these talented athletes. Let’s delve into the highlights and memorable moments of the finals, where champions were crowned and history was made.
Men’s Results
1st Round – 27-05-2023:
- Nasir Iqbal representing Wapda received a bye.
- Hamid from AJK competed against M Ahmed from AJK.
- Mutahir Ali from HEC received a bye.
- Anas Khan from Navy received a bye.
- M Amaad from PAF received a bye.
- Farhan Mehboob representing Wapda received a bye.
- Shehzad from KP played against Nasir from KP.
- Khushal Riaz from HEC received a bye.
- Ashab Irfan representing Army received a bye.
- Khaqan Malik from PB received a bye.
- Abdul Waqar from BAL played against M Zaman from Sindh.
- Mehmood Mehboob from PB received a bye.
- M Hamza representing Army received a bye.
- Huraira from Sindh played against Waqas from BAL.
- Talha Saeed from Navy received a bye.
- Waqar Mehboob from PAF received a bye.
2nd Round – 27-05-2023:
- Nasir Iqbal emerged victorious against M Ahmed with a remarkable 3-0 score in a thrilling match that lasted for 12 minutes.
- Mutahir Ali secured a win against Anas Khan.
- M Amaad triumphed over Farhan Mehboob.
- Shehzad emerged as the winner in the match against Khushal Riaz.
- Ashab Irfan claimed victory over Khaqan Malik.
- Abdul Waqar displayed exceptional skills and won the match against Mehmood Mehboob with a score of 3-1 in a thrilling 29-minute encounter.
- M Hamza, unfortunately, lost to Huraira with a score of 3-0 in a 23-minute match.
- Talha Saeed faced a defeat against Waqar Mehboob.
Quarter Final Round – 28-05-2023:
- Nasir Iqbal showcased exceptional skills and emerged victorious against Mutahir Ali with an impressive 3-0 score. The match lasted for 14 minutes.
- M Amaad demonstrated great determination and won the match against Khushal Riaz with a score of 3-1. The intense battle lasted for 38 minutes.
- Ashab Irfan displayed a superior performance and won convincingly against Abdul Waqar with a perfect 3-0 score. The match concluded in just 19 minutes.
- In a competitive match lasting 24 minutes, Huraira, unfortunately, faced defeat against Waqar Mehboob with a score of 3-0.
Semi-Final Round – 28-05-2023:
- Nasir Iqbal delivered an outstanding performance, securing a remarkable 3-0 victory against M Amaad. The match scores were 11/4, 11/9, 11/7 and the intense battle lasted for 27 minutes.
- Ashab Irfan showcased exceptional skill and determination, claiming a convincing 3-0 win over Waqar Mehboob. The match scores were 12/10, 11/4, 11/7, and the thrilling encounter lasted 24 minutes.
Final – 29-05-2023:
In a highly anticipated showdown, Nasir Iqbal representing WAPDA displayed exceptional prowess and emerged victorious against Ashab Irfan from the Army. Nasir Iqbal secured a decisive 3-0 win with an impressive match score of 13/11, 11/7, 11/7. The intense battle between these skilled players lasted for 33 minutes, showcasing their incredible talent and determination.
With this remarkable victory, Nasir Iqbal proudly secured the prestigious Gold Medal, solidifying his position as the champion of the tournament. Ashab Irfan, despite the loss, showcased remarkable skill and was rightfully awarded the Silver Medal for his outstanding performance.
The Bronze Medals were awarded to Waqar Mehboob from PAF and Muhammad Amaad, also from PAF, for their exceptional achievements throughout the tournament, showcasing their skills and dedication on the court.
Women’s Result
1st Round – 27-05-2023:
- Noor Ul Ain from WAPDA received a walk-over against Saliha from Navy.
- Tayyaba representing PB was defeated by Ilsa Imran from HEC with a score of 3-1 in a 17-minute match.
- Fehmina, representing HEC, emerged victorious against Marzia from BAL with a score of 3-0 in just 11 minutes.
- Amna Fayyaz representing Army defeated Zaynab Hamid from Army with a score of 3-1 in a 25-minute match.
- Roshna Mehboob representing PB achieved a win against Sahra from BAL with a score of 3-0 in a 12-minute match.
- Sehrish Ali from Sindh received a walk-over against Sameera from Navy.
- Mahnoor Ali from Sindh was defeated by Hira Aqeel from KP with a score of 3-0 in a 16-minute match.
- Zohra from KP lost to Mehwish Ali from Wapda with a score of 3-0 in a 14-minute match.
Quarter Final Round – 28-05-2023:
- Noor Ul Ain secured a victory against Ilsa Imran with a score of 3-0 in just 19 minutes.
- Fehmina was defeated by Amna Fayyaz with a score of 3-0 in a 17-minute match.
- Roshna Mehboob emerged as the winner against Sehrish Ali with a score of 3-0 in a 16-minute match.
- Hira Aqeel lost to Mehwish Ali with a score of 3-0 in a 16-minute match.
Semi-Final Round – 28-05-2023:
- In an intense match lasting 27 minutes, Amna Fayyaz emerged victorious against Noor Ul Ain with a score of 3-1. The game scores were 11/2, 9/11, 11/3, and 11/5. Amna Fayyaz showcased exceptional skills and determination throughout the match, securing her place in the finals.
- The second semi-final match between Mehwish Ali and Roshna Mehboob was a thrilling contest that lasted 30 minutes. Mehwish Ali eventually clinched the victory with a score of 3-2. The game scores were 11/4, 10/12, 7/11, 11/6, and 11/6. Both players displayed incredible agility and strategic gameplay, but Mehwish Ali’s consistent performance allowed her to advance to the finals.
Final – 29-05-2023:
In a highly anticipated and intense final match that lasted for 20 minutes, Amna Fayyaz representing Army emerged as the champion. She secured a convincing victory over Mehwish Ali from WAPDA, winning the match with a score of 3-0. The game scores were 11/3, 11/4, and 11/5. Amna Fayyaz showcased exceptional skill and dominance throughout the match, earning her the well-deserved Gold medal. Mehwish Ali, displaying commendable sportsmanship and skill, claimed the Silver medal for her impressive performance in the tournament.
The Bronze medals were awarded to Roshna Mehboob from PB and Noor Ul Ain from WAPDA, recognizing their outstanding achievements and contributions to the competition. The Final of the 34th National Games concluded with a remarkable display of talent and determination from all the participants, leaving a lasting mark in the history of the event.