SACC chief congratulates Afghanistan on Asia Road Championship Medal
By Nawaz Gohar ; Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi has bagged a silver medal at the Asia Road Cycling Championship in Nagoya, Japan, earning praise from sports bodies across South Asia.
Syed Azhar Ali Shah, President of both the South Asian Cycling Confederation (SACC) and the Pakistan Cycling Federation (PCF), issued a statement extending his congratulations to the Afghanistan Cycling Federation (ACF) and its President, Fazli Ahmad, on Hashimi’s podium finish.”
Fariba Hashimi’s silver medal in Nagoya is a moment of immense pride for the entire South Asian cycling fraternity. It demonstrates that athletes from our region are bridging the gap toward international excellence.”
A Milestone for Regional CyclingHashimi’s performance in the high-stakes Road Race event highlights the growing potential of South Asian endurance athletes on the continental stage. Regional sports observers view the achievement as proof that target investment and international exposure yield results.
Shah praised ACF leadership for maintaining athlete support under challenging circumstances:Leadership & Commitment: Acknowledged ACF President Fazli Ahmad’s efforts in creating structured training avenues for Afghan athletes.
Development Impact: Highlighted how international exposure, professional coaching, and sustained grassroots investment are necessary to compete at the Asian level.Regional Solidarity: Reaffirmed the SACC’s commitment to supporting member federations across South Asia through shared training initiatives and competitive exposure.
The South Asian Cycling Confederation and the Pakistan Cycling Federation expressed their best wishes to Fariba Hashimi and the Afghanistan Cycling Federation as they continue their international campaign
