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Beautician, Artists are the real ambassadors of Pakistan we are promoting ral Pakistan. German beautician Dr. Ms,Katjae

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Beautician, Artists are the real ambassadors of Pakistan we are promoting ral Pakistan. German beautician Dr. Ms,Katjae

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DIPLOMATIC COMMUNITY REMEMBERS THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR COUNTRY سفارتی برادری کی جانب سے ملک کے لیے جان قربان کرنے والوں کو خراجِ تحسین۔ اسلام آباد. اصغر علی مبارک سے By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad–The Philip Barton CMG OBE, the British High Commissioner to Pakistan, today hosted a ceremony to observe Remembrance Day 2015. Lieutenant General Imran Majeed, Surgeon General of Pakistan, and Director General Medical Services for all of Pakistan’s Armed Services attended the ceremony. The Remembrance Day service included a two minute silence, which took place at 11am on 11 November to mark the end of World War One. This was followed by the laying of wreaths by members of the diplomatic community and armed services, to remember all those who died fighting for their countries. The ceremony was officiated by the Bishop of Lahore, The Right Reverend Irfan Jamil with Hafiz Iftikhar Ahmed. Havildar Mehboob and the buglers of the Frontier Force Regiment provided the music. In his remarks, the British High Commissioner also paid tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in operation Zarb-e-Azb in Pakistan. During the Remembrance Day Service, Philip Barton, the British High Commissioner, said:“Recently, I visited the home of the Pakistan Army Regiment – the Punjab Regiment – in which my grandfather served throughout his long career in British India. I laid a wreath for the Pakistani Soldiers who have been killed on recent operations to secure their country from terror, as well as wreaths at the graves of two British Victoria Cross winners from conflicts of the past. “It is always hard to stand at the graves of young men cut down in their prime. It is right that we should remember them.“As legitimate bearers of arms, service men and women around the world have forged friendships and camaraderie that are based on the shared ideal of a common good. What marks them out from other public servants is an understanding that the pursuit of this ideal may require the ultimate sacrifice. This brotherhood of soldiers, sailors and airmen crosses divisions between nations and is often strengthened by the shared burden of danger. “The reason so many countries are in this brotherhood of arms is because we are, at root, often dedicated towards similar ends – those of peace and stability. That is what is behind the tremendous efforts and sacrifices of Pakistan’s Armed Forces on operations such as Zarb-e Azb.“Shortly, we shall be laying our own wreaths, country by country, and reflecting on this service and sacrifice. As we do so, let us remember all those brave members of the military around the world in harms’ way today, as well as all those who have fallen before them.”In March this year, the British High Commissioner unveiled a memorial plaque at the British High Commission in honor of Khudadad Khan, the first South Asian and Muslim recipient of Britain’s highest military award, the Victoria Cross. Khudadad Khan was recognized for his actions during the First World War on 31 October 1914 at Hollebeke, Belgium. For further detail visit https://www.gov.uk/government/world-location-news/paving-stone-laid-for-pakistani-born-first-world-war-hero. Photo Caption: British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Philip Barton CMG OBE at the Remembrance Day 2015 ceremony with Lieutenant General Imran Majeed, Surgeon General of Pakistan, and Director General Medical Services for all of Pakistan’s Armed Services. سفارتی برادری کی جانب سے ملک کے لیے جان قربان کرنے والوں کو خراجِ تحسین۔ اسلام آباد. اصغر علی مبارک سے .. پاکستان کے لیے برطانوی ہائی کمشنر فلپ بارٹن )کمپینین آف دی آرڈر آف سینٹ مائیکل اینڈ سینٹ جارج، آرڈر آف دی برٹش ایمپائر( نےآج ریممبرینس ڈے 2015 کے موقع پر ایک تقریب کی میزبانی کی۔ پاکستان آرمڈ سروسز کے ڈائریکٹر جنرل میڈیکل سروسز اور سرجن جنرل آف پاکستان لیفٹیننٹ جنرل عمران مجید نے تقریب میں شرکت کی۔ ریممبرینس ڈے کی تقریبات میں گیارہ نومبر کو صبح گیارہ بجے دو منٹ کی خاموشی بھی اختیار کی گئی۔ اسی وقت جنگِ عظیم اوّل کا اختتام ہوا تھا۔ اس کے بعد سفارتی حلقوں اور افواج کے نمائندوں کی جانب سے اپنے ملک کے دفاع کے لیے لڑتے ہوئے جان دینے والوں کی یاد میں پھولوں کی چادریں چڑھائ گئیں۔ لاہور کے بشپ، دی رائٹ ریورینڈ عرفان جمیل نے حافظ افتخار احمد کے ہمراہ تقریب کے فرائض انجام دیے۔ حوالدار محبوب اور فرنٹیئر فورس رجمنٹ کے بگلچیوں نے ترانے پیش کیے۔ برطانوی ہائی کمشنر نے اپنی تقریر کرتے ہوئے پاکستان میں جاری آپریشن ضربِ عضب میں قربانی دینے والوں کو بھی خراجِ تحسین پیش کیا۔ برطانوی ہائی کمشنر فلپ بارٹن نے ریممبرینس ڈے کی تقریب کے دوران خطاب کرتے ہوئے کہا: “میں نے حال ہی میں پاکستان آرمی رجمنٹ کے مرکز، پنجاب رجمنٹ کا دورہ کیا، جہاں میرے نانا جان نے برٹش انڈیا میں اپنے طویل فوجی کیریئر کے دوران فرائض انجام دیے۔ میں نے دہشت گردی کے خلاف اپنے ملک کے دفاع میں جنگ لڑتے ہوئے جان قربان کرنے والے پاکستانی شہداء کے ساتھ ساتھ ماضی کی جنگوں میں شجاعت کا مظاہرہ کرکے وکٹوریہ کراس جیتنے والے دو سپاہیوں کی قبروں پر بھی پھولوں کی چادر چڑھائی۔” “عین شباب میں اپنی جان قربان کرنے والے نوجوانوں کی قبر پر حاضری دینا بہت مشکل کام ہے۔ ان کو یاد کرنے کا یہی موقع ہے۔” “دنیا بھر کی مسلّح افواج سے تعلق رکھنے والے مرد اور خواتین ایک مشترکہ مفاد کی بنیاد پر دوستی اوربھائی چارے کا آغاز کرچکے ہیں۔ اپنے فرائض کی انجام دہی اور مقاصد کے حصول میں انتہائی قربانی دینے کی ضرورت انہیں دیگر سرکاری ملازمین سے منفرد کرتی ہے ۔ سپاہیوں ، سیلرز اور ایئرمین کی یہ عالمی اخوت خطرے کے بارے میں مشترکہ سمجھ بوجھ کے باعث قوموں کے درمیان تقسیم کو پار کرتے ہوئے مزید مضبوط ہوجاتی ہے۔” “مسلح افواج کے اس بھائی چارے میں زیادہ سے زیادہ ممالک کی شرکت کی وجہ دل کی گہریائی میں ہم سب کا مشترکہ مفاد ہے یعنی امن اور سلامتی۔ یہی جذبہ پاکستانی فوج کی جانب سے ضربِ عضب جیسی مہمات میں کی جانے والی زبردست کوششوں اور دی جانے والی قربانیوں کی پشت پر کار فرما ہے۔” “مختصراً، ہم باری باری مختلف ممالک کی جانب سے اس قربانی کو خراجِ تحسین پیش کرنے کے لیے پھولوں کی چادر چڑھائینگے۔ ایسا کرتے ہوئے ہم سب دنیا بھر کی افواج کے دلیر سپاہیوں کو یاد کرتے ہیں جنہوں نے اپنی جانیں قربان کیں۔ رواں سال مارچ کے مہینے میں برطانوی ہائی کمشنر نے برطانوی ہائی کمیشن کی عمارت میں خداداد خان کے اعزاز میں یادگاری تختی کی تنصیب کی۔ خداداد خان اعلٰی ترین برطانوی فوجی اعزاز ، دی وکٹوریہ کراس حاصل کرنے والے جنوبی ایشیاء سے تعلق رکھنے والے پہلے مسلمان فوجی تھے۔ انہیں یہ اعزاز پہلی جنگِ عظیم کے دوران 31 اکتوبر 1914 کو ہولی بیک، بیلجیئم میں شجاعت کا مظاہرہ کرنے پر دیا گیا۔ مزید تفصیلات https://www.gov.uk/government/world-location-news/paving-stone-laid-for-pakistani-born-first-world-war-hero سے حاصل کی جاسکتی ہیں۔

Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 ■Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final match in straight games 3-0 By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad – The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 played at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. Pakistani squash star Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final of Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015. The Final Match of the President Gold Cup International Squash Championship sponsored by Serena Hotels took place at the Mushaf Squash Complex. The Championship is hosted under the banner of the Serena Hotels Sports Diplomacy Initiative. The final was a totally one sided contest between Nasir Iqbal and Todd Harrity. Nasir Iqbal won the match in straight games 3-0.The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal dominated from the beginning and won the first game easily with the game score 11/7. He consolidated his grip on the match by winning the second game with the game score 11/8. The third game was also won by Nasir with the game score 11/5, earning him the championship trophy. The match lasted for 25 minutes. The Sports Diplomacy Initiative aims to promote healthy interaction amongst various communities. Under its banner, Serena Hotels, in collaboration with the Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) are attempting to revive Pakistan’s Squash Legacy. Pakistan has historically excelled at Squash, with legends such as Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan, Hashim Khan, Roshan Khan, Torsam Khan, Gogi Alauddin still renowned world over today. The Serena Hotels and the PSF also hosted the Serena Hotels – Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship in October 2015 to further the aim of reviving Pakistan’s Squash legacy. In fact, it was clear that Pakistan was making a comeback in the field of Squash during the game. Mr. Nasir Iqbal (Pak) was up against Mr. Todd Harrity (USA) in what ended up being a riveting final match. The crowd was clearly cheering on the home favorite, Mr. Iqbal, who had previously created a major upset in the game during the semi finals by defeating Mr. Omar Abdel Meguid, the Champion of the 2014 Serena Hotels –Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship. After a heated match, Mr.Nasir Iqbal from Pakistan emerged victorious, a great testament to Serena Hotels efforts in reviving the legacy of squash during the past few years. The crowd was especially excited to cheer our own champion. The PSF lauded Serena Hotels in their whole hearted commitment to promoting Pakistani Culture. The President Gold Cup was held this year after a hiatus of more than 25 years. Much to the delight of the crowd, legends Mr. Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan and Gogi Alauddin were all present at the occasion. The two finalists were awarded prizes by the President of Pakistan, H.E. Mamnoon Hussain. The Chief of Air Staff, Air vice Marshal Sohail Aman and CEO Serena Hotels, Mr. Aziz Boolani were also present on the occasion. The President Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain awarded trophies to the players. Former World Champions Mr. Jahangir Khan, Mr. Qamar Zaman, Mr. Jansher Khan and Mr. Mohib Ullah also witnessed the match. Foreign diplomats, civil and military officials along with a large number of squash lovers witnessed the match. After the game, Mr. Aziz Boolani reinstated Serena Hotels’ commitment to promoting Sports amongst the youth of Pakistan. Serena Hotels currently also host the annual President of Pakistan Gold Medal Golf Championship and annual Polo, Cricket and invitational Golf tournaments.

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PAKISTANI RISING SQUASH STAR NASIR IQBAL AND AMERICAN TODD HAMITY RECHED IN THE FINAL OF PRESIDENT GOLD CUP INTERNATIONAL SQUASHCHAMPIONSHIP 2015

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PAKISTANI RISING SQUASH STAR NASIR IQBAL AND AMERICAN TODD HAMITY RECHED IN THE FINAL OF PRESIDENT GOLD CUP INTERNATIONAL SQUASHCHAMPIONSHIP 2015

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PAKISTANI RISING SQUASH STAR NASIR IQBAL AND AMERICAN TODD HAMITY RECHED IN THE FINAL OF PRESIDENT GOLD CUP INTERNATIONAL SQUASHCHAMPIONSHIP 2015 By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad – The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal and American Todd Hamity reached the final of Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015 being played at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. The final match is scheduled on Today 10th November 2015 at 3pm. The final match will be played between Pakistani r squash star Nasir Iqbal and American Todd Hamity, President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain is expected to be Chief Guest at the closing Ceremony. The 1st Semi Final was a thrilling match between Egyptian Omar Abdel Meguid and Pakistani player Nasir Iqbal. Omar dominated in the first game and easily won it with a game score of 11/6. Nasir came back in the next game and won it with the game score 11/7. It was smooth sailing for Nasir in the third game in which he outclassed his opponent with the game score 11/4. Nasir booked his place in the final of the coveted trophy by winning the fourth game with the game score of 11/9. The match lasted for 57 minutes. Dr Akhter Nawaz Ganjera, Director General Pakistan Sports Board was the chief guest of the match. Squash legends Jahangir Khan, Qamar Zaman and Jansher Khan also witnessed the match. The 2nd Semi Final was played between Egyptian Karim Al Fathi and American Todd Hamity. American player Todd Hamity won the first game with the score 11/8. Todd Hamity also won the second game 11/2. Karim came back in the match by winning the third game with the score 11/6. In the fourth game Karim dominated his opponent from the start and also clinched it with the game score 11/5. The fifth game was easily won by Todd with the score 11/4. The match lasted for 46 minutes. Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada, Federal Minister for Inter Provincial Coordination was the Chief Guest at the occasion. Squash legends Jahangir Khan, Qamar Zaman and Jansher Khan also witnessed the match. The Serena Hotels with the collaboration Pakistan Squash Federation is hosting President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015 with the slogan ‘’A Passion for Squash in Pakistan ‘sponsored by Serena Hotels at Mushaf Complex, Islamabad stared from 3rd November 2015.

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PAKISTANI RISING SQUASH STAR NASIR IQBAL AND AMERICAN TODD HAMITY RECHED IN THE FINAL OF PRESIDENT GOLD CUP INTERNATIONAL SQUASHCHAMPIONSHIP 2015 By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad – The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal and American Todd Hamity reached the final of Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015 being played at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. The final match is scheduled on Today 10th November 2015 at 3pm. The final match will be played between Pakistani r squash star Nasir Iqbal and American Todd Hamity, President of Pakistan Mamnoon Hussain is expected to be Chief Guest at the closing Ceremony. The 1st Semi Final was a thrilling match between Egyptian Omar Abdel Meguid and Pakistani player Nasir Iqbal. Omar dominated in the first game and easily won it with a game score of 11/6. Nasir came back in the next game and won it with the game score 11/7. It was smooth sailing for Nasir in the third game in which he outclassed his opponent with the game score 11/4. Nasir booked his place in the final of the coveted trophy by winning the fourth game with the game score of 11/9. The match lasted for 57 minutes. Dr Akhter Nawaz Ganjera, Director General Pakistan Sports Board was the chief guest of the match. Squash legends Jahangir Khan, Qamar Zaman and Jansher Khan also witnessed the match. The 2nd Semi Final was played between Egyptian Karim Al Fathi and American Todd Hamity. American player Todd Hamity won the first game with the score 11/8. Todd Hamity also won the second game 11/2. Karim came back in the match by winning the third game with the score 11/6. In the fourth game Karim dominated his opponent from the start and also clinched it with the game score 11/5. The fifth game was easily won by Todd with the score 11/4. The match lasted for 46 minutes. Mian Riaz Hussain Pirzada, Federal Minister for Inter Provincial Coordination was the Chief Guest at the occasion. Squash legends Jahangir Khan, Qamar Zaman and Jansher Khan also witnessed the match. The Serena Hotels with the collaboration Pakistan Squash Federation is hosting President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015 with the slogan ‘’A Passion for Squash in Pakistan ‘sponsored by Serena Hotels at Mushaf Complex, Islamabad stared from 3rd November 2015.

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Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 ■Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final match in straight games 3-0 By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad – The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 played at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. Pakistani squash star Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final of Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015. The Final Match of the President Gold Cup International Squash Championship sponsored by Serena Hotels took place at the Mushaf Squash Complex. The Championship is hosted under the banner of the Serena Hotels Sports Diplomacy Initiative. The final was a totally one sided contest between Nasir Iqbal and Todd Harrity. Nasir Iqbal won the match in straight games 3-0.The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal dominated from the beginning and won the first game easily with the game score 11/7. He consolidated his grip on the match by winning the second game with the game score 11/8. The third game was also won by Nasir with the game score 11/5, earning him the championship trophy. The match lasted for 25 minutes. The Sports Diplomacy Initiative aims to promote healthy interaction amongst various communities. Under its banner, Serena Hotels, in collaboration with the Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) are attempting to revive Pakistan’s Squash Legacy. Pakistan has historically excelled at Squash, with legends such as Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan, Hashim Khan, Roshan Khan, Torsam Khan, Gogi Alauddin still renowned world over today. The Serena Hotels and the PSF also hosted the Serena Hotels – Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship in October 2015 to further the aim of reviving Pakistan’s Squash legacy. In fact, it was clear that Pakistan was making a comeback in the field of Squash during the game. Mr. Nasir Iqbal (Pak) was up against Mr. Todd Harrity (USA) in what ended up being a riveting final match. The crowd was clearly cheering on the home favorite, Mr. Iqbal, who had previously created a major upset in the game during the semi finals by defeating Mr. Omar Abdel Meguid, the Champion of the 2014 Serena Hotels –Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship. After a heated match, Mr.Nasir Iqbal from Pakistan emerged victorious, a great testament to Serena Hotels efforts in reviving the legacy of squash during the past few years. The crowd was especially excited to cheer our own champion. The PSF lauded Serena Hotels in their whole hearted commitment to promoting Pakistani Culture. The President Gold Cup was held this year after a hiatus of more than 25 years. Much to the delight of the crowd, legends Mr. Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan and Gogi Alauddin were all present at the occasion. The two finalists were awarded prizes by the President of Pakistan, H.E. Mamnoon Hussain. The Chief of Air Staff, Air vice Marshal Sohail Aman and CEO Serena Hotels, Mr. Aziz Boolani were also present on the occasion. The President Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain awarded trophies to the players. Former World Champions Mr. Jahangir Khan, Mr. Qamar Zaman, Mr. Jansher Khan and Mr. Mohib Ullah also witnessed the match. Foreign diplomats, civil and military officials along with a large number of squash lovers witnessed the match. After the game, Mr. Aziz Boolani reinstated Serena Hotels’ commitment to promoting Sports amongst the youth of Pakistan. Serena Hotels currently also host the annual President of Pakistan Gold Medal Golf Championship and annual Polo, Cricket and invitational Golf tournaments.

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Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 ■Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final match in straight games 3-0 By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad – The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 played at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. Pakistani squash star Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final of Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015. The Final Match of the President Gold Cup International Squash Championship sponsored by Serena Hotels took place at the Mushaf Squash Complex. The Championship is hosted under the banner of the Serena Hotels Sports Diplomacy Initiative. The final was a totally one sided contest between Nasir Iqbal and Todd Harrity. Nasir Iqbal won the match in straight games 3-0.The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal dominated from the beginning and won the first game easily with the game score 11/7. He consolidated his grip on the match by winning the second game with the game score 11/8. The third game was also won by Nasir with the game score 11/5, earning him the championship trophy. The match lasted for 25 minutes. The Sports Diplomacy Initiative aims to promote healthy interaction amongst various communities. Under its banner, Serena Hotels, in collaboration with the Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) are attempting to revive Pakistan’s Squash Legacy. Pakistan has historically excelled at Squash, with legends such as Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan, Hashim Khan, Roshan Khan, Torsam Khan, Gogi Alauddin still renowned world over today. The Serena Hotels and the PSF also hosted the Serena Hotels – Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship in October 2015 to further the aim of reviving Pakistan’s Squash legacy. In fact, it was clear that Pakistan was making a comeback in the field of Squash during the game. Mr. Nasir Iqbal (Pak) was up against Mr. Todd Harrity (USA) in what ended up being a riveting final match. The crowd was clearly cheering on the home favorite, Mr. Iqbal, who had previously created a major upset in the game during the semi finals by defeating Mr. Omar Abdel Meguid, the Champion of the 2014 Serena Hotels –Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship. After a heated match, Mr.Nasir Iqbal from Pakistan emerged victorious, a great testament to Serena Hotels efforts in reviving the legacy of squash during the past few years. The crowd was especially excited to cheer our own champion. The PSF lauded Serena Hotels in their whole hearted commitment to promoting Pakistani Culture. The President Gold Cup was held this year after a hiatus of more than 25 years. Much to the delight of the crowd, legends Mr. Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan and Gogi Alauddin were all present at the occasion. The two finalists were awarded prizes by the President of Pakistan, H.E. Mamnoon Hussain. The Chief of Air Staff, Air vice Marshal Sohail Aman and CEO Serena Hotels, Mr. Aziz Boolani were also present on the occasion. The President Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain awarded trophies to the players. Former World Champions Mr. Jahangir Khan, Mr. Qamar Zaman, Mr. Jansher Khan and Mr. Mohib Ullah also witnessed the match. Foreign diplomats, civil and military officials along with a large number of squash lovers witnessed the match. After the game, Mr. Aziz Boolani reinstated Serena Hotels’ commitment to promoting Sports amongst the youth of Pakistan. Serena Hotels currently also host the annual President of Pakistan Gold Medal Golf Championship and annual Polo, Cricket and invitational Golf tournaments.

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Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 ■Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final match in straight games 3-0 By.Asghar Ali Mubarak Islamabad – The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal won the Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship, 2015 played at Mushaf Squash Complex, Islamabad. Pakistani squash star Nasir Iqbal beat American Todd Hamity in the final of Serena Hotels President Gold Cup International Squash Championship 2015. The Final Match of the President Gold Cup International Squash Championship sponsored by Serena Hotels took place at the Mushaf Squash Complex. The Championship is hosted under the banner of the Serena Hotels Sports Diplomacy Initiative. The final was a totally one sided contest between Nasir Iqbal and Todd Harrity. Nasir Iqbal won the match in straight games 3-0.The Pakistani rising squash star Nasir Iqbal dominated from the beginning and won the first game easily with the game score 11/7. He consolidated his grip on the match by winning the second game with the game score 11/8. The third game was also won by Nasir with the game score 11/5, earning him the championship trophy. The match lasted for 25 minutes. The Sports Diplomacy Initiative aims to promote healthy interaction amongst various communities. Under its banner, Serena Hotels, in collaboration with the Pakistan Squash Federation (PSF) are attempting to revive Pakistan’s Squash Legacy. Pakistan has historically excelled at Squash, with legends such as Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan, Hashim Khan, Roshan Khan, Torsam Khan, Gogi Alauddin still renowned world over today. The Serena Hotels and the PSF also hosted the Serena Hotels – Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship in October 2015 to further the aim of reviving Pakistan’s Squash legacy. In fact, it was clear that Pakistan was making a comeback in the field of Squash during the game. Mr. Nasir Iqbal (Pak) was up against Mr. Todd Harrity (USA) in what ended up being a riveting final match. The crowd was clearly cheering on the home favorite, Mr. Iqbal, who had previously created a major upset in the game during the semi finals by defeating Mr. Omar Abdel Meguid, the Champion of the 2014 Serena Hotels –Chief of the Air Staff International Squash Championship. After a heated match, Mr.Nasir Iqbal from Pakistan emerged victorious, a great testament to Serena Hotels efforts in reviving the legacy of squash during the past few years. The crowd was especially excited to cheer our own champion. The PSF lauded Serena Hotels in their whole hearted commitment to promoting Pakistani Culture. The President Gold Cup was held this year after a hiatus of more than 25 years. Much to the delight of the crowd, legends Mr. Qamar Zaman, Jehangir Khan, Jansher Khan and Gogi Alauddin were all present at the occasion. The two finalists were awarded prizes by the President of Pakistan, H.E. Mamnoon Hussain. The Chief of Air Staff, Air vice Marshal Sohail Aman and CEO Serena Hotels, Mr. Aziz Boolani were also present on the occasion. The President Islamic Republic of Pakistan Mr. Mamnoon Hussain awarded trophies to the players. Former World Champions Mr. Jahangir Khan, Mr. Qamar Zaman, Mr. Jansher Khan and Mr. Mohib Ullah also witnessed the match. Foreign diplomats, civil and military officials along with a large number of squash lovers witnessed the match. After the game, Mr. Aziz Boolani reinstated Serena Hotels’ commitment to promoting Sports amongst the youth of Pakistan. Serena Hotels currently also host the annual President of Pakistan Gold Medal Golf Championship and annual Polo, Cricket and invitational Golf tournaments.

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Source: PAKISTANI RISING SQUASH STAR NASIR IQBAL AND AMERICAN TODD HAMITY RECHED IN THE FINAL OF PRESIDENT GOLD CUP INTE…

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Source: PAKISTANI RISING SQUASH STAR NASIR IQBAL AND AMERICAN TODD HAMITY RECHED IN THE FINAL OF PRESIDENT GOLD CUP INTE…

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