Known for her explosive speed and relentless drive, the 100-meter specialist is hoping to not only bring pride to Pakistan on the continental stage but also take a bold step toward her ultimate dream — representing Pakistan at the Olympics.
“I will be competing in the 100-meter race at the Asian Championship,” Tameen said during a media interaction in Peshawar.
“After winning gold medals in three events, including the National Championship, I was selected for the team. I have twice earned the title of Pakistan’s fastest female athlete. My goal is to deliver my best performance in Korea.”
Tameen’s resume includes three national gold medals, reinforcing her status as a dominant force in Pakistani athletics. She’s also But the road to Asian success hasn’t been smooth.
Despite limited infrastructure and training challenges in Peshawar, she remains undeterred.
“There has been no proper track at Qayyum Stadium for two years, so I have even trained on grass,” she explained. “The track in Hayatabad is small and in poor condition. But I am satisfied with my preparation—my timing is good.”
Her training regime is a blend of grit and discipline. “I train on the track three days a week and spend three days in the gym,” she said. “As the event approaches, I’m focusing more on sprint work.”
Tameen believes that international exposure is crucial for progress. “I want the opportunity to train abroad, so I can prepare well and gain experience ahead of the Olympics. I have three years until the next Games, and I want to make them count.”
With just days left before the championship, Tameen Khan stands as a symbol of determination, grit, and raw national talent — ready to put Pakistan on the map in Asian athletics.