Pakistan bag gold, bronze at Al Bareh Sailing Regatta in Bahrain

Pakistan’s sailing team impressed at the 31st Al Bareh Sailing Regatta in Bahrain, clinching gold and bronze medals in a fiercely contested competition.

Muzammil Hassan led the charge by winning the gold medal in the ILCA 7 class — formerly known as the Laser Standard — one of the most challenging Olympic sailing categories.

His consistent performances and tactical brilliance helped him outpace seasoned rivals and claim the top spot on the podium.

Adding to the team’s success, Hamza Ejaz earned a bronze medal in the same category, rounding off a memorable campaign for the national contingent.

Pakistan’s young talent also showed promise. In the Optimist class, designed for sailors under 15, Muhammad Suleman narrowly missed out on a podium finish, placing fourth.

Competing against a strong international lineup, Suleman impressed with his calmness and skill under pressure.

Meanwhile, in the ILCA 4 category, another emerging sailor, Muzammil Hussain, delivered a commendable performance to finish sixth.

Both Suleman and Hussain are part of Pakistan’s youth development program, which aims to groom future Olympians and elite-level competitors.