Pakistan’s emerging squash talent Noor Zaman produced a stunning performance to book a place in the quarterfinals of the Optasia Squash Championship underway in England, upsetting a higher-ranked opponent in straight games.
The world No.31, grandson of former world champion Qamar Zaman, outclassed Mexico’s world No.14 Leonel Cardenas 3-0 in the second round of the $130,000 event.
Displaying remarkable composure and control, Noor secured victory with game scores of 11-7, 11-5 and 11-7, wrapping up the contest in just 32 minutes.
Seeded eighth in the tournament, the young Pakistani dominated proceedings from the outset, keeping his opponent under constant pressure with precise shot-making and swift court movement.
With this impressive win, Noor has advanced to the last eight stage, where he is set to face a formidable challenge against Peru’s world No.3 Diego Elias.
The victory marks a significant milestone in Noor Zaman’s rising career and highlights Pakistan’s continued resurgence in international squash.