Malaika Noor, a 20 year old Pakistani judoka, won a silver medal at the Amman Asian Open Judo Championship 2025.
This marks the first time a Pakistani woman has claimed a medal in an Asian level judo event.
Malaika Noor Shines in Judo championship
Competing in the 52kg category, Malaika Noor delivered a stellar performance.
She secured a strong victory over Jordan’s Raneem Aljazazi in the semi-final, showcasing her skill and determination.
In the final, Noor faced a tough Saudi opponent. Despite a spirited fight, she narrowly missed the gold, earning a well-deserved silver medal.
Noor has emerged as one of Pakistan’s top judokas, known for her consistent excellence.
She previously represented Pakistan at the World Junior Judo Championship in Dushanbe last year.
Her achievement in Amman has brought pride to Pakistan, highlighting the country’s growing presence in international judo.
Noor’s success inspires young athletes, especially women, to pursue sports and aim for global recognition.
Moreover, Noor’s success showcase Pakistan growing tilt towards encouraging girls to participate in contact sports.
In addition, Pakistan’s sporting landscape has seen vital moments where girls won at key international tournaments.
Malaika Noor’s historic silver strengthens the nation’s reputation in martial arts and underscores the potential of its youth.
Her journey reflects Pakistan’s commitment to supporting talent in sports, fostering hope for more victories on the global stage.
