KEY POINTS
- Pakistan pair lost 7-6, 6-4 to Dominik Palan and Denis Yevseyev in the inaugural ATP Challenger Cup held in Islamabad.
- Aisam-ul-Haq pledged to continue representing Pakistan in the Davis Cup and to mentor emerging tennis talent.
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s tennis icon, Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, brought down the curtain on his illustrious international career on Saturday after the national pair narrowly missed out in the ATP Challenger Cup doubles final.
Competing alongside Muzammil Murtaza at the inaugural ATP Challenger Cup in Pakistan, held at the PTF Tennis Complex in Islamabad, the duo fought valiantly but lost in straight sets, 7-6, 6-4, to the Czech-Kazakh pair of Dominik Palan and Denis Yevseyev.
The final marked a poignant end to Aisam-ul-Haq’s international journey, one that saw him elevate Pakistan’s presence on the global tennis stage.
Fans and fellow players paid tribute to his contributions, celebrating a career defined by resilience, sportsmanship, and national pride.
Speaking after the match, Aisam-ul-Haq expressed his gratitude: “It has been an incredible journey representing Pakistan. I am proud to have showcased our talent internationally, and I thank everyone who has supported me along the way.”
He further confirmed his ongoing commitment to Pakistani tennis, saying he would continue to participate in the Davis Cup and work to nurture the next generation of players, ensuring his legacy extends beyond his own achievements.
