PTF brings in Lalovic to train players

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) has launched its first ever high-performance training camp with renowned ATP-certified Trainer Eduardo Vicencuo Lalovic supervising strenuous sessions.

The camp, which began on Monday, aims to enhance the physical conditioning and modern training techniques of Pakistan’s top men’s, women’s, and junior players. A total of 25 leading tennis players from across Pakistan are participating in the camp.

Mr. Lalovic is a highly respected trainer in the tennis world, with extensive experience working with the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation, Mexican Tennis Federation, United States Tennis Association, the Mexican Davis Cup team, and several top-100 players globally.

The National Training Center (NTC) coaching team, including Head Coach Asim Shafik, along with Naumanul Haq, Shahzad Khan, Muhammad Shahid, and Furqan Ahmad, is actively involved in the camp.

Speaking on the occasion, Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, President of PTF, stated: “Bringing Lalo to Pakistan is a significant step towards modernizing our players’ physical training. His vast experience and expertise will help shape our athletes into stronger and more competitive professionals. We are hopeful that this initiative will positively impact our players’ fitness and performance.” He also expressed gratitude to Yasir Pirzada, Director General of the Pakistan Sports Board, for his invaluable support in bringing an ATP-certified trainer to Pakistan for the first time. Col. Zia-ud-Din Tufail, Secretary General of PTF, said that as per the observation of coach Robert Davis, our players need more physical training.