Islamabad: (RightNow) Pakistani weightlifter Saima Shehzad clinched the gold medal in the 61 kg category at the Asian Masters Weightlifting Championship. The event was held at the Liaquat Gymnasium in Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad.

The six-day event ran from October 20 to 25, organized by the Pakistan Masters Weightlifting Association and Pakistan Sports Board. Approximately 250 athletes from 21 countries participated.

Previously, Saima Shehzad won a bronze medal at the South Asian Games in 2019. This time, she improved her performance to secure the gold medal.

Saima’s success in this weightlifting event is a source of pride for Pakistan. It is expected to boost interest in weightlifting across the country.

It is noteworthy that Saima Shehzad’s achievement symbolizes the promotion of weightlifting in Pakistan and the success of women. This victory is likely to encourage more female participation in the sport.