Pakistan tennis legend Rashid Malik has dedicated his Sitara e Imtiaz award to the whole tennis community of Pakistan
Rashid Malik said this honor is not only for him but also for every player coach and supporter who worked hard for tennis in the country
He shared that tennis in Pakistan has faced many struggles over the years but the passion of players never ended He said young talent in Pakistan still has a bright future and needs support from sports authorities and fans
Rashid Malik is known as one of the most respected names in Pakistan tennis He trained many young players and helped improve the game at national level His contribution as a coach and mentor is praised by many people in the sports world
The Sitara e Imtiaz is one of the biggest civil awards in Pakistan It is given to people who perform great services for the country in different fields including sports education and arts
While speaking about the award Rashid Malik thanked his family students and fellow coaches He said the success of Pakistani tennis depends on teamwork and strong support for young athletes
Many former players and sports personalities congratulated Rashid Malik after the announcement They called it a proud moment for Pakistan tennis and said his hard work finally received national recognition
Fans on social media also shared happy messages and praised his long journey in tennis Many people believe his award will inspire young players to work harder and dream big for Pakistan
Rashid Malik said he will continue working for the growth of tennis in the country and hopes Pakistan can produce international champions in the coming years
