Pakistan's Special Olympics squad wins 11 medals in Turin

A group of athletes from Pakistan has returned home after a successful performance at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy. The team won a total of 11 medals, including several golds, and was greeted with cheers at Karachi Airport. Among the gold medalists were Moazzam Iqbal, Afaq Khan, Abdul Saboor, and Minahil Asim. They expressed pride in representing Pakistan and emphasized that their hard work and the support from their coaches and families helped them succeed. Ronak Lakhani, Chairperson of Special Olympics Pakistan, praised the team’s effort, noting that they prepared for five years for this event. She highlighted that winning medals is a significant achievement for the country and acknowledged the coaches for their dedication in training the athletes. Tehmina Asif, Associate Secretary General of the Pakistan Olympic Association, spoke about the strong competition at the World Winter Games. She noted the determination of the Pakistani athletes and how they showcased their skills while also promoting messages of love and peace. Tehmina also congratulated the athletes' parents for their encouragement and support, which played a key role in the athletes' journey in sports.