The prestigious 11th Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan National Ranking Tennis Championships for 2025 is currently in progress, with matches continuing on Thursday at the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) Complex in Islamabad. This annual event honors the memory of the late Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan, who was the mother of Senator Salim Saifullah Khan, the Patron of the PTF.
Top Players and Massive Participation
The tournament has attracted a strong field of Pakistan's leading tennis stars. Notable participants include Muzammil Murtaza, Aqeel Khan, Muhammad Shoaib, Barkatullah, and Yousaf Khalil. The women's and junior categories are also well-represented by players such as Ahmad Nael Qureshi, Hamza Roman, Mahin Aftab Qureshi, Meheq Khokhar, Amna Ali Qayum, Sheeza Sajid, and Soha Ali.
Organizers have reported an impressive nationwide response, with over 250 entries received for the competition. The championships feature events in multiple categories to foster talent at all levels.
Categories of Competition
The tournament is structured into the following key divisions:
- Men’s Singles
- Men’s Doubles
- Ladies Singles
- Boys’ 18 & Under Singles
- Boys’ 14 & Under Singles
- Girl’s 14 & Under Singles
- Boys’ 12 & Under Singles
Qualifying Round Results and Main Draw Schedule
The second round of qualifying matches for the Men's Singles was completed on Thursday, setting the stage for the main event. The results showcased some dominant performances:
Heera Asiq secured a convincing 8-2 victory over Aqil Khan. Inam Qadir triumphed over M. Rohan with a score of 8-1, while Abdul Basit defeated Adan Khan 8-4. Other notable wins included Ahmed Babr beating M. Ahmed 8-1, and Rayan Khan delivering a powerful 8-0 win against Bilal Qadir.
Further successes were recorded by Faizan Fayyaz (8-0 vs M. Ayyan), Idrees Saqib (8-2 vs Ahsan Ali), Hassan Usmani (8-0 vs Mustafa), and Ibrahim Bin Sohail (8-3 vs Mamoon).
The main draw matches are scheduled to commence on Friday at 9:30 AM at the PTF Tennis Complex. This marks the beginning of the tournament's most competitive phase, where the top seeds and qualifying winners will clash for the national ranking points and championship titles.
The event continues to be a cornerstone of Pakistan's tennis calendar, providing a crucial platform for emerging and established players to compete and improve their national standings.
