Pakistan participated in the European Bodybuilding Championship for the first time and secured two medals. Arsalan Baig clinched the silver medal in the Sports Physique category, while Shehzad Qureshi won the bronze medal in the Bodybuilding category.
The 3rd European Bodybuilding Championship was held in Budapest, Hungary, from May 18th to 20th. The Pakistani bodybuilders' impressive performance marked a historic milestone for the country in the international bodybuilding arena.
General Secretary of the Pakistan Bodybuilding Federation (PBBF), Sohail Anwar, congratulated the winners and participants, praising their dedication and hard work. The Ambassador of Pakistan to Hungary, Asif Hussain Memon, also extended his support and encouragement to the bodybuilders.
Pakistan's participation in the championship was made possible through the support of the government of Hungary and the Hungarian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Federation (HBPSF).
This achievement adds to Pakistan's impressive record in international bodybuilding championships, with 97 medals won so far in Asian and World Bodybuilding and Physique Federation (WBPF) events.
Bodybuilding is a demanding sport that requires rigorous training, a strict diet, and careful rest. At the international level, it's about showcasing a balanced and muscular physique that impresses the judges.
Pakistan's bodybuilders have proven their mettle once again, making the nation proud and cementing their place in the international arena."