Shoaib crowned men’s singles champion at 10th Sheheryar Malik Memorial Tennis
LAHORE: Muhammad Shoaib clinched the men’s singles title after defeating Barkat Ullah in a thrilling three-set final at the 10th Sheheryar Malik Memorial Pakistan Open Tennis Championship 2026 that concluded at the Sports Board Punjab Tennis Academy, Nishtar Park, Lahore on Saturday.
In an exciting championship encounter, top seed Shoaib delivered an impressive performance to overcome Barkat Ullah 6-0, 4-6, 6-3, securing the coveted title after a competitive battle. Barkat Ullah and Yousaf Khalil won the doubles title.
After clinching the title, Shoaib told the media that it had been a highly competitive and exciting final, with both players giving their best until the very end.
He added that his experience and exposure to international competitions proved decisive in helping him maintain his composure, gain the upper hand and secure the championship.
In the ladies’ singles final, Pakistan’s prominent tennis player Ushna Sohail demonstrated her class and experience, defeating Mehaq Khokhar in straight sets, 6-1, 6-4, to lift the championship trophy. Ushna also claimed the ladies doubles title, where partnering with Meheq Khokhar, she defeated the pair of Khadija Khalil and Bismal Zia by 6-1, 6-1.
In the boys’ U-12 singles final, M Aayan of Fatima Group, captured the title after defeating Mustafa Uzair Rana 4-1, 4-1. M. Aayan also enjoyed further success in the boys’ U-12 doubles final,
partnering Ibrahim Leghari to defeat Mustafa Uzair Rana and M Ibraheem Hussain Gill 4-0, 1-0 (retired), completing a memorable double-title achievement in the category. M Aayan claimed his triple crown, when he defeated M Muaz by 4-2, 4-2 to grab the boys’ U-14 singles title.
In the girls’ U-12 singles final, Eman Shahbaz staged an impressive comeback to overcome Shahnoor Umer 1-4, 4-0, 4-1 and secure the singles crown. The girls’ u-12 doubles title went to Shahnoor Umer and Shahreen Umer,
who defeated Eman Shahbaz and Aimal Tariq 2-4, 4-2, 10-6 in a competitive encounter. The girls’ U-14 singles title was won by Khadija Khalil, who defeated Eman Shahbaz 4-0, 4-0. In the boys’ U-10 singles final, Hashir Mustafa beat Wali Abdullah 6-3 to take home the title.
In the seniors 45+ doubles final, the experienced pairing of Hadi Hussain and Dr. Sohaib defeated Fayyaz Khan and Mehboob Waheed 6-1, 6-1, securing the title convincingly. Meanwhile, in the seniors 55+ doubles final, Arif Feroze and Dr. Arif emerged victorious against Saleem and Shadab, winning 6-2, 6-3.
Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) President Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and former Secretary Sports Punjab Fazal-ur-Rehman graced the concluding ceremony as chief guests. Along with Mr. Naseer Malik and Rashid Malik, they distributed prizes among the winners and runners-up.
The distinguished guests congratulated the title winners on their outstanding performances and encouraged the runners-up and other participants to continue working hard, improve their game and strive for greater success in upcoming tournaments.
Rashid Malik expressed his sincere gratitude to all participants, particularly the sponsors, whose generous support and valuable contributions played a pivotal role in making the prestigious event possible.
He also acknowledged the efforts of all stakeholders, whose collective cooperation ensured the successful organisation of the championship.
He expressed hope that, with continued support from the corporate sector and sports philanthropists, the event would be further expanded and elevated in stature, attracting international players to compete in future editions of the Pakistan Open Tennis Championship.
