Pakistan win double gold at South Africa F Class Long-Range Championship 2025

The Pakistan Long-Range Rifle Team has made history by winning double gold at the South Africa F-Class National Long-Range Championship 2025. The Pakistani team triumphed in both team events, defeating the world's top-ranked team South Africa on their home ground.

March 2025 saw the Pakistani team participate in a four-day wind training camp in South Africa, running from March 27 to March 30. The camp was conducted under the supervision of newly appointed South African wind coaches Hennie Gerber and Julius Hartmann. The training aimed to prepare the team for the upcoming European F-Class Teams Championship in September 2025 in the UK and the World Championship in 2026.

The Vice President's Team Match witnessed Pakistan scoring 1168 out of 1200 points, securing the gold medal. The Chairman's Team Cup- considered the most prestigious event of the championship- saw Pakistan achieve an impressive score of 1174 out of 1200, getting them another gold medal.

Team members included Lieutenant General Ahsan, Asad Waheed, Ubaid Ibrahim, Huzaifa Gul, Junaid Waqas, Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali, and Sepoy Waleed. South African wind coaches Hennie Gerber and Julius Hartmann provided coaching support.

Individual Achievements

Pakistan also dominated the individual competitions, winning a total of 11 medals: five gold, three silver, and three bronze.

Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali showcased remarkable consistency and skill, earning three gold, two silver, and two bronze medals.

Sepoy Waleed won gold in the Scottish Sword Match.

Ubaid Ibrahim secured silver, while Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali won bronze in the State President First Stage event.

Asad Waheed claimed gold in the Jack Michley Match.

Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali won gold in the Free State Buzley Match.

Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali secured silver in the Dalrymple Cup.

Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali clinched another gold in the Colonel Bodley Match.

The State President Second Stage event saw Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali earn a silver medal.

The State President Overall Trophy had Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali winning gold, while Ubaid Ibrahim secured bronze.

The South Africa Championship Aggregate Overall saw Lieutenant Colonel Junaid Ali bag a bronze medal.

Pakistan's outstanding performance at the South Africa F-Class National Long-Range Championship 2025 has solidified its position as a dominant force in the global long-range shooting arena. With eyes set on the European Championship and the 2026 World Championship, the team's latest triumph serves as a testament to their skill, dedication, and rigorous training.