Aisam Ul Haq Qureshi | “I never thought I would play tennis” | POP # 30
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Timestamps:
1:44 – The moment Aisam is most proud of
4:17 – Aisam on feeling inferior
6:28 – Why Aisam chose tennis
9:23 – Aisam on Living up to a sporting legacy
10:42 – On regrets
13:49 – On Criticism, sacrifices, and resilience
16:58 – State of tennis in Pakistan today
20:09 – How to become an international tennis player
23:18 – On padel in Pakistan
27:33 – College vs professional tennis
30:05 – First international match experience
34:21 – Partnering with an Indian player
38:02 – Tennis culture in India
39:05 – A day in Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi’s life
41:46 – Staying sane and grounded
44:22 – Marriage, fatherhood, and personal growth
45:53 – On retirement
50:05 – Would Aisam want his children to play tennis?
51:28 – Future of tennis in Pakistan
52:48 – Women in tennis in Pakistan
55:01 – Can you make good money in tennis?
58:30 – Sponsorships and financial realities
1:01:43 – The legacy Aisam wants to leave behind
About the Guest – Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi
Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi is one of Pakistan’s most accomplished tennis players and a global ambassador for the sport. A former top-10 doubles player and multiple Grand Slam finalist, he has represented Pakistan with distinction on the ATP Tour. Beyond his on-court success, Aisam is widely admired for his sportsmanship, advocacy for peace through sport, and efforts to grow tennis in Pakistan.
About the Host – Abdullah Gauhar Malik
Abdullah Gauhar Malik is the Digital Head at Pakistan Observer and host of the Pakistan Observer Podcast, where he leads in-depth conversations with athletes, leaders, and changemakers shaping Pakistan and the world.
About This Episode
In this candid and reflective episode of the Pakistan Observer Podcast, Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi opens up about pressure, legacy, criticism, finances, family, and life beyond professional tennis. From representing Pakistan on the global stage to building the future of the sport at home, Aisam shares hard-earned lessons on discipline, balance, and purpose — both on and off the court.
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