Future Stars Shine at Punjab Junior Tennis Championship Finals

Punjab Junior Tennis Championship concludes at state-of-the-art Open Tennis Courts

Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman was the chief guest on this occasion. He also distributes medals, trophies and certificates among the winning players

Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman announces that a major international tennis event to be organised soon to further promote the sport in the province.

LAHORE (Sports Link): The Punjab Junior Tennis Championship concluded at state-of-the-art Open Tennis Courts, Nishtar Park Sports Complex on Saturday.

Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman graced the occasion as the chief guest. He distributed medals, trophies and certificates among the winning players.

Pakistan Lawn Tennis Association (PLTA) President Capt (retd) Fazeel Asghar, PLTA Senior Executive Vice-President Rashid Malik, Col (retd) Asif Dar, players, their families and a large number of tennis enthusiasts were also present on this occasion.

Talking to media, Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman has said the provincial government is taking comprehensive measures to promote sports and identify talented players at the grassroots level.

“The organisation of junior tennis championships is a welcome initiative, as such events encouraged young players and provided opportunities for emerging talent to showcase their abilities”.

Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman announced that a major international tennis event would be organised soon to further promote the sport in the province. “Our objective is to identify and nurture new talent from the grassroots level. Continued encouragement and training were essential for the development of young athletes”.

Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman said the Sports Board Punjab is providing free training to players at its tennis academy to help them improve their skills and prepare for competitive events.

“The Punjab Sports Department is taking effective measures to develop sports and create opportunities for talented youngsters to excel at national and international levels”.

The secretary also appreciated Rasheed Malik for his contributions to the development and promotion of tennis.