August 18, 2025 – Pakistani judoka Malaika Noor made history by winning a silver medal at the Amman Asian Open Judo Championship in Jordan, becoming the first Pakistani woman to achieve this milestone at an Asian-level judo competition.
Malaika Noor just became the first Pakistani woman to ever win a medal at Asian level in #judo.
The champion from Lakki Marwat grabbed a silver in -52kg event at Amman Asian Open 2025.
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— natasha (@NatashaRaheel) August 18, 2025
Key Highlights
- Age & Category: Malaika Noor, 20, secured the silver in the -52 kg weight category.
- Strong Performance: She defeated opponents from three different countries to reach the final.
- Semi-Final Victory: In a remarkable display, she overcame Jordan’s Raneem Aljazazi.
- Final Match: Faced a tough challenge against a Saudi opponent. After a close contest, she narrowly lost and finished with silver.
Significance for Pakistan
- Malaika’s victory marks a major breakthrough for women’s sports in Pakistan.
- The Pakistan Judo Federation (PJF), led by Col. Junaid Alam, praised her achievement as a historic moment for the country.
- Her success is seen as a source of inspiration for young female athletes across Pakistan.
Background
- Previously represented Pakistan at the World Junior Judo Championship 2024 in Dushanbe.
- Widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s most promising young judokas.
National Pride: Malaika Noor’s achievement not only raises Pakistan’s profile in international judo but also sets a powerful example for women breaking barriers in sports.
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