Egyptian World No. 30 Zahed Mohamed wins 12th CNS International Squash Championship after a fierce final with another Egyptian player Omar Abdel Meguid
ISLAMABAD – Egyptian squash player, Zahed Mohamed – World No. 30 – is the winner of 12th Chief of the Naval Staff International Squash Championship 2016
The final match of the tournament was played between Omar Abdel Meguid (World No. 28) and Zahed Mohamed (World No. 30). Both the finalists were from Egypt.
The closing ceremony of 12th Chief of the Naval Staff International Squash Championship 2016 was held at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad.
The prize money for the championship was $25,000. The final round matches commenced from 19 October 2016 and before that, there were qualifier and pre-qualifier matches.
A total of 48 players including 15 of international ranking from Australia, Egypt, Jamaica, Jordon, Netherland, Wales, UAE, Newzealand and USA participated in the tournament.
Addressing the ceremony the Secretary Pakistan Squash Federation said that Pakistan Navy has a long association with Squash. He expressed his gratitude to Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah, Pakistan Squash Federation, all the sponsors and participants due to whom the event became a success.
Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He presented prizes to the winners and congratulated them for their hard work and achievement. The smooth conduct of the event with the participation of foreign players would surely be instrumental in holding bigger tournaments in Pakistan in future.
Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman,Chief of Air Staff and President of Pakistan Squash Federation also attended the ceremony and enjoyed the final match.
Legend Squash players Qamar Zaman, Jahangir Khan and officials of Pakistan Squash Federation also attended the ceremony.
Pakistan Navy has significantly contributed in organizing International and National sports events in the country. Organizing of sports events like Golf, Hockey, Shooting, Squash and Sailing regatta are some of the hallmarks of Pakistan Navy in promoting healthy sports culture in the country.
Pakistan Navy has been organizing CNS International Squash Championship yearly since 2000 to keep the legacy of Squash alive.