Pakistan WAPDA delivered an impressive performance on the opening day of the 54th National Athletics Championships 2026. The team reportedly secured six gold medals across several track and field events.
The championships brought together leading athletes from provincial teams, educational institutions, and national organizations.
Shajar Abbas Becomes Pakistan’s Fastest Man
National record-holder Shajar Abbas claimed the men’s 100-metre gold medal after completing the race in just 10.20 seconds.
His victory earned him the title of Pakistan’s fastest man at the championship.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Attaullah secured silver, while Haseeb from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) finished third.
Meanwhile, WAPDA’s Faiqa Riaz dominated the women’s 100-metre race, winning gold in 11.56 seconds.
HEC’s Hawla finished second, while Sindh’s Iqra Riaz claimed bronze.
WAPDA Athletes Shine in Multiple Events
Sindh’s Mah Noor Fatima won the women’s 5,000-metre race walk in 32 minutes and 32.40 seconds.
WAPDA’s Amara Munawar secured silver, while Punjab’s Saira finished third.
In the men’s 20-kilometre race walk, WAPDA’s Muhammad Waqas claimed gold.
Pakistan Navy’s Muhammad Younis Khan secured second place.
National Athletics Championships Highlight Rising Talent
HEC’s Khadija Mehreen won the women’s shot put with a throw of 10.85 metres.
WAPDA also celebrated victories in middle-distance running.
Nazia Ehsan won the women’s 1,500 metres in 5:09.78, while Sohail Amir claimed the men’s title.
The opening performances highlighted strong competition among Pakistan’s leading athletics teams.
The championships provide athletes with an important platform to demonstrate their abilities and pursue further national recognition.
