Pakistani athletes concluded their participation in the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin with a total of 10 gold medals. Cyclist Muhammad Safeer Abid notably won the 10km time-trial event. The medal tally included four golds from cycling, three from powerlifting, two from track and field, and one from badminton. The athletes, many of whom were traveling abroad for the first time, also enjoyed sightseeing and shopping, and received support from the Pakistani community. Special Olympics Pakistan's media manager Asif Azeem highlighted the crucial role of early arrival for acclimatization and the hard work of coaches and unified partners. The Pakistani contingent participated in 11 sports disciplines with 87 athletes.

Zahra Abbasi, an aspiring cyclist from Kabul, recounts her journey from Afghanistan to Berlin following the Taliban takeover, which ended her dreams of cycling for her country. The Discover Football festival in Berlin, themed 'Unseen Game', provided a platform for Afghan women like Abbasi and former Afghanistan women’s football team captain Khalida Popal to share their stories. Abbasi and her sister Manizha, who worked as social media managers for the event, escaped the oppressive regime that criminalized simple freedoms. They fled to Islamabad and eventually settled in Germany, reuniting with their family. Abbasi, who once dreamed of Olympic participation, now hopes to overcome her trauma and return to cycling, aspiring for a safer Afghanistan for women.

Muhammad Waseem, Pakistan's World Boxing Council champion, is preparing for the 2024 Paris Olympics in Islamabad. Despite a four-month hiatus from training, Waseem is determined to get back in shape for Olympic qualifiers and his next professional bout. He has faced challenges due to inadequate training facilities in Pakistan and financial constraints. However, Engineer Anjum Aziz of the National Transmission and Dispatch Company has provided support by approving a 90-day training camp. Waseem, who has been with Wapda since 2004, is also grateful to coach Tariq Siddique for his development as a boxer.

Aisamul Haq Qureshi, a prominent Pakistani tennis player, is preparing to contest the Pakistan Tennis Federation elections, aiming to bring professionalism to the sport. Despite Pakistan's loss to India in the Davis Cup World Group-I play-offs, Aisam is proud of the team's performance and sees the event as a win for tennis diplomacy. He is also the founder of the Stop War, Start Tennis initiative and has been nominated by five affiliate units of the federation. His opponent is retired army man Asghar Nawaz. Aisam, who has played in all four grand slams, plans to focus on developing talent through his Ace Academy and is committed to serving Pakistan regardless of the election outcome.

The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup was overshadowed by a sexual assault incident involving Spanish Football Federation President Luis Rubiales and player Jenni Hermoso. The incident sparked discussions about the widespread sexism and misogyny in football. FIFA has been criticized for not taking sufficient action against abuse. In Pakistan, women footballers face similar issues, with the PFF Normalization Committee and coach Adil Rizki being accused of creating a toxic environment and ignoring player concerns. Former captain Hajra Khan and other players have spoken out against the systemic misogyny and the lack of support and transparency from the federation.

The Special Olympics Pakistan (SOP) team concluded their participation in the World Games in Berlin with a total of 28 medals, including 10 gold, 9 silver, and 9 bronze. The SOP team consisted of 87 athletes competing in 11 sports disciplines. Arshad Nadeem, Pakistan’s Commonwealth Games record holder and Olympian, praised the athletes, particularly mentioning Umair Kayani, who won a gold medal and called Nadeem his hero. The athletes showed resilience and spirit throughout the nine days of the Games, which are aimed at promoting inclusion and empowerment for people with intellectual disabilities. Pakistani athletes like Saifullah Solangi, Usman Qamar, Zainab Ali Raza, Faiza Nasir, Naheen Khan, Muhammad Luqman, Habibullah, and Muhammad Safeer contributed to the medal tally with their victories in various events. The next Special Olympics World Games will be held in Perth, and the Winter Olympics World Games will be in Italy in 2025.

Pakistani cyclists Usman Qamar and Zainab Raza won gold medals in their respective 2km time-trial events at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin. Usman secured his second gold, while Zainab trained for two years with coach Maham Tariq to achieve this success. Pakistan's medal tally included six golds, with additional silver and bronze medals won in powerlifting, table tennis, and hockey. Athletes like Muhammad Safeer Abid Rizvi, Haider Ahmed, Maria Manzoor, Imtisham Danish, Adeel Khan, Faiza Qamar, Iman Amir, and swimmer Fatima Khan also contributed to the country's success.

India secured a dominant 4-0 win over Pakistan in the SAFF Championship at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. The victory was largely attributed to Sunil Chhetri, who scored a hat trick. Pakistan, having arrived just hours before the match due to visa delays and a tiring journey from Mauritius, struggled throughout the game. The match saw a red card for Indian coach Igor Stimac and a yellow for Pakistani coach Shahzad Anwar after a clash between players. Despite the challenges, including rainy conditions, India celebrated a strong start to the tournament, while Pakistan looked forward to their next game against Kuwait on June 24.

87 athletes from Special Olympics Pakistan participated in the opening ceremony of the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin. The event features 70,000 athletes from 170 countries competing in 24 disciplines. Pakistan's team includes 54 male and 33 female athletes competing in 11 disciplines. Sana from Mirpurkhas was one of seven torchbearers, and Minahil, a 100m sprinter from Lahore, expressed her desire to make Pakistan proud. The athletes have been preparing with confidence, and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Germany hosted a reception for them, highlighting the nation's pride.

The Pakistan women's football team is set to participate in their first Olympic Qualifying tournament, starting their campaign in Group E against the Philippines. The team's preparations have been hampered by injuries and visa issues, with at least four players unable to join the UAE tour. The PFF National Committee (NC) has been secretive about the team's status and was late in announcing the squad. Coach Adeel Rizki, who holds a UEFA License B certificate, has been criticized for not holding trials and for a selection process favoring diaspora players and those from his club. Nadia Khan, a key player, will miss the qualifiers due to an injury. There are also allegations of nepotism, abusive behavior by the coach, and a toxic environment within the team. The PFF NC has faced criticism for its handling of women's football, which has suffered due to institutional crises and FIFA suspensions.

Pakistani weightlifter Muhammad Nooh Dastagir Butt has been excluded from competing in the 2023 Asian Games due to the Pakistan Weightlifting Federation's (PWLF) early trials and alleged political disputes. Despite his achievements, including a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, Nooh faces obstacles from the PWLF, which has been involved in a doping scandal and is accused of corruption by the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB). The PWLF has also returned Nooh's International Olympics Committee scholarship money. Nooh remains determined to compete and represent Pakistan if allowed, while the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) adheres to the PWLF's stance, leaving Nooh's athletic future uncertain.

Pakistani sprinter Shajar Abbas qualified for the 100m semi-finals of the Islamic Solidarity Games in Konya, Turkey, setting a new national record of 10.26 seconds. Despite facing challenges such as lack of facilities, absence of a coach, and fatigue from travel, Shajar has become a beacon of hope for Pakistani athletics. He previously made history at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham by qualifying for the 200m event semi-final. The Islamic Solidarity Games, postponed from 2021 due to the pandemic, see Turkey as the host and leading nation in the medal tally.

Pakistani sprinter Shajar Abbas made history by becoming the first athlete from Pakistan to qualify for the Commonwealth Games 200m final in Birmingham. Despite not having a coach or physiotherapist, he broke a 52-year-old national record with a time of 20.89 seconds in the semi-final. Shajar, who has previously won medals in international events in Iran and Kazakhstan, expressed his desire for the government and sports bodies to allow his coach to accompany him in future events. He also noted the challenges posed by the colder Birmingham weather and the lack of a personal physiotherapist, relying instead on the Pakistan hockey team's therapist. Shajar remains hopeful and determined to give his best in the final, asking for prayers from Pakistan.

Shajar Abbas became the first Pakistani sprinter to qualify for the Commonwealth Games finals in the 200m event. Despite finishing fifth in his semi-final, his time of 20.89 seconds was enough to rank him eighth overall and secure a place in the final. Shajar, who hails from Awanchak village in Pattoki, Kasur, had previously won gold in the 200m in Iran and gold in the 100m and bronze in the 200m in Kazakhstan. He expressed his love for the 200m sprint and his determination to perform his best, attributing the outcome to Allah's will.