"Pakistan Shines at 7th F-Class WORLD Championship with a historic performance 4Gold, 4Silver and 5Bronze The 7th F-Class World Championship commenced at Bisley, UK, on 12 August 2026, bringing together 207 of the worlds finest long-range shooters from 24 countries. The first stage featured individual matches at 800, 900 and 1000 yards, conducted on 1213 August.Represented by a small contingent of 12 shooters, Team Pakistan delivered a historic performance, winning 4 Gold, 4 Silver and 5 Bronze medalsthe highest FTR medal tally at the Championship; a unique honour and a moment of immense pride for the nation. In just three years of international competition, Pakistan has emerged as a formidable force in F-Class shooting.Lt Col Junaid Ali led Pakistans medal charge with 3 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze, while Sepoy Muhammad Waleed secured 1 Gold and 1 Bronze. In the Under-25 category, Huzaifa Gill added 3 Silver and 2 Bronze medals, while Ahsan Gill secured 1 Bronze. Further highlighting the teams depth and consistency, seven Pakistani shootersJunaid Ali, Muhammad Waleed, Obaid, Qasim, Huzaifa Gill, Junaid Waqas and Ahsan Gulrezfinished among the top 100 competitors.Individual World Champion title is widely regarded as the jewel in the crown of the Championship, demanding highest level of consistency across all three distances. Alhamdulillah, Lt Col Junaid Ali gave sterling performance and was crowned Individual FTR World Champion, demonstrating outstanding consistency across all three distances and finishing ahead of the field of 207 competitors. This is a landmark achievement and the biggest individual success in Pakistans international F- Class history.The achievement follows Pakistans impressive performance at the F-Class British Open 2026, held at Bisley from 38 August, where the team won 7 Gold, 2 Silver and 4 Bronze medals.Pakistan Paindabad President PLRA"
The 7th F-Class World Championship, which kicked off on August 12, 2026, at Bisley, UK, drew an extraordinary gathering of 207 elite long-range shooters hailing from 24 nations. The competition featured individual matches that spanned distances of 800, 900, and 1000 yards, held from August 12 to 13. Despite the fierce competition, a small yet determined Team Pakistan, consisting of only 12 shooters, etched its name in history with a remarkable achievement in this prestigious championship.
Team Pakistan finished the championship with a spectacular tally of 4 Gold, 4 Silver, and 5 Bronze medals, marking the highest FTR medal count achieved by the nation in this event. Led by the remarkable Lt Col Junaid Ali, who alone clinched 3 Gold, 1 Silver, and 1 Bronze, the team's performance has not only highlighted their growing proficiency in F-Class shooting but also underscored their momentum on the international stage.
Moreover, Sepoy Muhammad Waleed's contributions, securing 1 Gold and 1 Bronze, alongside Huzaifa Gill's impressive performance in the Under-25 category with 3 Silver and 2 Bronze medals, demonstrate the depth and emerging talent within the team. Notably, seven Pakistani shooters finished among the top 100 competitors, showcasing a consistency that bodes well for the future of the sport in the country.
Following this landmark achievement, the global shooting community has lauded Team Pakistan's performance. Observers noted that Pakistan's impressive showing in a relatively short periodhaving just three years of participation in international competitionreflects not only skill but also dedication, training, and potential for future successes. There is enthusiasm and respect for how Pakistan has become a formidable competitor on the global shooting front, and many expect to see continued growth and participation from the country in international shooting events.
With this triumphant performance at the 7th F-Class World Championship, Pakistan is poised for an even brighter future in competitive shooting sports. The achievements of Lt Col Junaid Ali and his team serve as an inspiration for up-and-coming shooters and underscore the importance of continued investment in training and development programs. As shooting enthusiasts rally around this success, it is imperative for stakeholders to recognize and nurture the talent that exists within Pakistans shooting community. The accolades celebrated today are just the beginning, and with sustained efforts and support, Pakistan can aim for more prestigious victories on the global stage.
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