Pakistan’s tennis legend, Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi, achieved a historic milestone during the final ATP tournament of his career. On Friday, he and his partner Muzammil Murtaza reached the doubles final of the Islamabad ATP Challenger, becoming the first all-Pakistani team to achieve this feat.
The Pakistani duo dominated Turkey’s third-seeded team, Mert Alkaya and Alp Horoz, winning 6-1, 6-4 in the semifinals. Their performance earned them a place in Saturday’s championship match against fourth-seeded players Dominik Palan from the Czech Republic and Denis Yevseyev of Kazakhstan.
At 44 years old, Aisam-Ul-Haq has played in 42 ATP World Tour finals and 58 ATP Challenger finals, but all of those appearances were with international partners. This final marks the first time he will compete for a title alongside a fellow Pakistani player, making it a landmark moment in his long career.
Entering the tournament as wild cards, Aisam-Ul-Haq and Muzammil Murtaza impressed fans with their teamwork, strategy, and strong performances. Their journey to the final has been widely celebrated by tennis enthusiasts across Pakistan.
The final also signifies the conclusion of Aisam-Ul-Haq’s professional ATP career. Considered Pakistan’s greatest tennis star, he hopes to finish his journey with a title win in front of his home crowd. His dedication and achievements have inspired a new generation of Pakistani tennis players.
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As he prepares for the final, the tennis community in Pakistan and abroad is closely watching this historic moment. Aisam’s legacy in the sport, particularly his role in bringing international recognition to Pakistani tennis, will be remembered long after he retires.
