Army wins weightlifting championship

By Our Correspondent
December 11, 2024
Pakistans Talha Talib is seen lifting weights as part of a competition related to Tokyo Olympics 2020. — Reuters/File
Pakistan's Talha Talib is seen lifting weights as part of a competition related to Tokyo Olympics 2020. — Reuters/File

KARACHI: Pakistan Army with 78 points claimed first position at Quaid-e-Azam National Weightlifting Championship at PSB Coaching Center in Lahore.

WAPDA with 71 points took second position and Punjab secured third position with 36 points while Azad Kashmir finished fourth. “Doping is a menace so our athletes should refrain from using banned substances as this is damaging to both their health and career,” said member Interim Committee of Pakistan Weightlifting Federation while speaking at the closing ceremony.