Tameen Khan sidelined from World Athletics Championships Due to Injury

KARACHI: Pakistan’s prominent female sprinter, Tameen Khan, has been forced to withdraw from the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 following an injury sustained during a practice session.

Tameen was scheduled to depart for Tokyo on September 9, 2025, but suffered an injury three days prior. Medical evaluations, including an MRI, led doctors to recommend a two-week period of therapy and recuperation.

The Athletics Federation of Pakistan had secured a spot for Tameen Khan to compete in the 100-meter sprint, an event featuring some of the world’s top female sprinters, such as Sha Cari Richardson and Julien Alfred.

Arshad Nadeem, a celebrated athlete, will represent Pakistan in the Javelin Throw event at the World Championships 2025 in Tokyo.

Tameen, already a significant figure in national athletics, previously expressed her ambitions and training methods during a media interaction in Peshawar in May, ahead of the Asian Championship.

“I was set to participate in the 100-meter race at the Asian Championship. My selection followed gold medals in three events, including the National Championship. Having been recognized twice as Pakistan’s fastest female athlete, my aim was to achieve my best performance in Korea,” Tameen stated.

She shared insights into her weekly routine, dividing her time between gym workouts and track sessions to maintain optimal fitness levels.

“I dedicate three days a week to track training and three days to gym workouts. As the event drew closer, my focus shifted towards sprint-specific exercises,” she elaborated.

Tameen also highlighted the infrastructural challenges encountered in Peshawar, pointing out that the absence of a suitable running track has required her to adapt, often practicing in less-than-ideal circumstances.

“The Qayyum Stadium has lacked a proper track for two years, leading me to train even on grass. The Hayatabad track is small and not in good shape. However, I am content with my preparations, and my timing is satisfactory,” she remarked.

Tameen’s overarching ambition remains to represent Pakistan at the Olympic Games.

“Representing one’s nation at the Olympics is a dream for every athlete. With three years until the next Olympics, I aspire for the chance to train abroad to enhance my preparation and gain valuable international exposure,” she concluded.