Pakistan suffer devastating defeat, finish last in Junior Davis Cup Qualifying.

Pakistan's junior tennis team faced a devastating blow as they finished in the last place out of 16 teams in the 2023 DCJ AsiaOceania Final Qualifying held in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.

In a disappointing turn of events, Pakistan suffered a 0: 2 loss against Iran in the match for the 15th: 16th position. Mani Kardan of Iran showcased exceptional skill, outplaying Pakistan's Hamza Roman with a score of 6: 4, 6: 2. In the second singles match, Iran's Mehrad Mansouri secured a comfortable victory against Nadir Reza Mirza, with a final score of 6: 3, 6: 3, sealing the unassailable win. Due to the doubles match not taking place, Iran secured the 15th position in the event.

Expressing his disappointment, Col Asif Dar (R) stated, "Pakistan's Junior Davis Cup team finished 16th out of 16 teams. They remain winless so far, and Iran's decisive 2: 0 triumph further highlights their struggle to avoid last place. The recent demotion of Pakistan's Senior Davis Cup team to lower divisions is also concerning, as it raises questions about the management of the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF)."

Col Asif Dar (R) continued, "This defeat stands as the worst in the history of Pakistan tennis. Such outcomes occur when incompetent individuals oversee the affairs of the PTF without consulting senior...