{"id":109127,"date":"2024-06-21T21:00:33","date_gmt":"2024-06-21T16:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/?p=109127"},"modified":"2024-06-21T16:22:04","modified_gmt":"2024-06-21T11:22:04","slug":"cycling-gold-medalist-ali-ilyas-receives-grand-welcome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pni.net.pk\/en\/latest-sports-news\/cycling-gold-medalist-ali-ilyas-receives-grand-welcome\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycling gold medalist Ali Ilyas receives grand welcome"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Jun 21 (APP): Pakistan\u2019s first-ever cycling gold medalist, Ali Ilyas, was given a grand welcome at Karachi Airport last night, following his historic victory in the Asian Road Cycling Championship in Almaty, Kazakhstan.<\/p>\n<p>The celebration was attended by a large gathering of dignitaries, including Sui Southern Gas Company (SSGC) management, coaches, players, Sindh Cycling Association members, and enthusiastic fans, all united in honoring his outstanding achievement, said a press release.<\/p>\n<p>Ilyas, a two-time gold medalist, made history by leading Pakistan to the top of the South Asian ranks, surpassing India and showcasing the exceptional skills and abilities of Pakistani cyclists.<\/p>\n<p>This monumental achievement has been hailed as a source of national pride and a bright future for Pakistani cycling in the region.<\/p>\n<p>Syed Azhar Ali Shah, President of the South Asian Cycling Federation, commended Ilyas for achieving a prominent position for Pakistan and expressed hope that other athletes will follow in his footsteps with dedication and hard work.<\/p>\n<p>Ilyas\u2019s victory serves as an inspiration to future generations, demonstrating the heights that can be achieved with determination and hard work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD, Jun 21 (APP): Pakistan\u2019s first-ever cycling gold medalist, Ali Ilyas, was given a grand welcome at Karachi Airport last night, following his historic victory in the Asian Road Cycling Championship in Almaty, Kazakhstan. 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