ISLAMABAD: Top seed lived up to the expectations, clinching the ladies’ singles title in the Emerging Pakistan National Ranking Tennis with a composed and dominant straight-sets victory over promising 4th seed Zunaisha Noor here at the PTF Complex courts.
After the first set, which she won easily, Ushna maintained her momentum and did not allow the young challenger to settle. Applying relentless pressure, she capitalized on key moments and dictated play, ultimately closing out the match with a convincing 6-2, 6-1 win. This victory reaffirms Ushna’s position at the top of Pakistan’s women’s tennis, while Zunaisha Noor’s spirited performance highlighted her potential as a rising star in the sport.
Meanwhile, seasoned duo of Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and Aqeel Khan showcased their class and composure, overcoming top seeds Yousaf Khalil and Barkatullah in a tense three-set showdown in the men’s doubles. Aisam and Aqeel won 3-6, 7-6(5).
In the decisive super tiebreak, Aisam and Aqeel raced to an 8-4 lead, but the top seeds clawed their way back to 8-all. At the crucial juncture, Aisam’s experience came to the fore, helping the pair win the next two points and clinch a hard-fought victory, booking their spot in the final.
Also in the men’s singles second semi-final, youthful pair of Ahmad Nael Qureshi and Abubakar Talha pushed second seeds Muzammil and Abdullah Yousaf to the limit in another exhilarating match.
Top seed Aqeel Khan and second seed Muzammil Murtaza both booked their spots in the in men’s singles final with a commanding semi-final victories. Both the players displayed their class and dominance, securing straight-set wins over their respective opponents.
Results: Men’s singles (semi-finals): Aqeel Khan beat Barkatullah 6-3, 6-4, Muzammil Murtaza beat Yousaf Khalil 6-2, 6-4. Ladies’ singles (final): Ushna Suhail beat Zunaisha Noor 6-2, 6-1.
Men’s doubles (semi-finals): Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi & Aqeel Khan beat Yousaf Khalil & Barkatullah 3-6, 7-6(5) 10-8, Abdullah Adnan & Muzammil Murtaza beat Abu Bakar Talha & Ahmad Nael Qureshi 6-2, 6-7(5), 11-9.
Juniors 18 & Under singles (semi-finals): Muhammad Salar bt Asad Zaman 6-4, 6-2. Boys 14 & Under singles semi-finals: Muhammad Muaz bt Muhammad Umer 7-5, 6-2, Muhammad Junaid beat Razik Sultan 6-4, 3-6, 7-5.
Boys 12 & Under singles semi-finals: Muhammad Aayan bt Muhammad Danyal 4-0, 4-0, Muhammad Muaz bt M. Faizan 4-1, 4-1. Boys 12 & Under singles final: Muhammad Aayan bt Muhammad Muaz 4-2, 4-2.
