Pakistan’s squash sensation Hamza Khan Tuesday called on Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu during his visit to Air Headquarters, said a press release.
Hamza returned to Pakistan following a remarkable triumph in World Junior Squash Championship held in Melbourne, Australia.
While speaking at the occasion Chief of the Air Staff, who is also the President of Pakistan Squash Federation, lauded the brilliant performance of the young Squash star.
The Air Chief further said: “The nation is proud of Hamza who brought laurels to the country by winning the World Championship after 36 years. Such players are an asset for the country and a beacon for other youngsters to emulate. We have introduced a systematic profiling process of young talent which would go a long way in professional grooming of our squash players through assessment of their physical and technical skills, as well as their mental and emotional attributes.”
The Air chief also gave special instructions to Director General Administration to provide all-out logistic and administrative support to the rising star in order to facilitate his training in line with modern parameters to prepare for the upcoming World Squash Championship in the month of November, 2023.
Air Chief also wished Hamza all the best for World Squash Championship and expressed his belief that Hamza would be able to replicate his success in the upcoming tournament as well.
The Chief of the Air Staff reiterated his resolve that Pakistan Squash Federation under the patronage of Pakistan Air Force would continue to take revolutionary steps for the promotion of Squash in the country.
Hamza expressed his gratitude towards the worthy Chief of the Air Staff for his invaluable support in revitalising the sport of Squash and making his dreams a reality. During the meeting, Hamza also commended the innumerable initiatives undertaken by the PSF for promotion of the game.