Mohammad Asif Continues Dominant Run with 2-0 Victory Over Britain’s Zac Cosker
Pakistan’s Mohammad Asif showcased his snooker prowess at the World Games in Chengdu, defeating Britain’s Zac Cosker 2-0 on Tuesday to secure a spot in the semi-finals at the Civil Aviation Flight University’s Tianfu Campus Gymnasium. The four-time IBSF champion, fresh off his Bahrain triumph last month, delivered a commanding performance. In the first frame, Asif’s precise potting, including a 51-break, and tactical safety play led to a 79-15 win. He maintained his dominance in the second frame, applying relentless pressure to clinch an 81-39 victory.
“This wasn’t just about winning; it was about making a statement,” Asif told APP post-match. “I’m aiming for a podium finish to gift my nation on Independence Day.” Asif remains unbeaten in Chengdu, having previously defeated China’s Liang Xiaolong and Germany’s Alexander Widau.
Pakistan’s Noor Zaman Earns Plate Event Silver Despite Illness
Squash Prospect Shows Grit in Final Before Retiring Due to Health Concerns
Pakistan’s squash talent Noor Zaman concluded his World Games campaign as the plate event runner-up after a valiant effort in the final against South Africa’s Dewald van Niekerk. Battling illness and fever, Noor fought fiercely, narrowly losing the first two games 10-12 and 8-12 before retiring to prioritize his health. “Noor gave everything despite being unwell,” said coach Fahim Gul. “His fighting spirit shows his champion mentality. We’re proud of his silver medal.” Gul noted that late arrival in Chengdu impacted their acclimatization, affecting preparation.
Germany and Argentina Claim Beach Handball Glory
Thrilling Shootouts Secure Men’s and Women’s Titles
Germany and Argentina celebrated beach handball gold on Tuesday. Germany’s men’s team edged Portugal 8-6 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 tie, with Portugal winning the first period 21-18 and Germany taking the second 19-18. Argentina’s women’s team staged a comeback, overcoming a 20-14 first-period loss to Germany with a 22-12 second-period win, sealing the title 7-2 in the shootout.
China and Hungary Shine in Para Ju-Jitsu and Women’s Open
Historic Wins Mark Final Day of Ju-Jitsu Competition
China claimed its first-ever para ju-jitsu title as Li Yucai and Guo Ao won the mixed duo para physical, defeating Germany’s Alessandro Schober and Christine Jahn 167-162. Hungary’s Tamara Toros stunned the women’s 63kg champion Sung Ki-ra 2-0 in the semi-final, later securing the women’s open gold against Israel’s Meshi Rosenfeld by submission. Germany’s Nike Hunecke and Julia Paszkiewicz won the mixed duo para visual, narrowly defeating China’s Wang Wenqiang and Pan Tianyou 149-143.
