Pakistani runners Bilal, Fasih, Amjad and Maheen pose for a bunch photograph. — Reporter
KARACHI: Pakistani runners turned in a formidable collective efficiency on the Boston Marathon 2026, with 13 athletes from Pakistan and the abroad diaspora finishing one of many world’s most prestigious races.
Karachi’s Muhammad Amjad led the Pakistani contingent, ending in 2 hours, 42 minutes and 45 seconds to emerge because the quickest Pakistani runner on this yr’s race.
“This was my first World Major marathon and I am very happy to have successfully completed it with a record time.
I am satisfied. There were uphill and downhill sections on the track. Alhamdulillah, I have also become the fastest Pakistani to complete the Boston Marathon. I thank everyone who supported me throughout my journey,” Amjad stated.
USA-based Syed Hamza completed second amongst Pakistani runners in 2:51:06, adopted by one other American-Pakistani Nizar Nayani with 3:01:44.
Norway-based Muhammad Fasih Saleh clocked 3:10:36, a private greatest, whereas UK-based Shahzada Hussain (3:21:45) and USA-based Basherri Anjum (3:22:45) additionally recorded notable instances.
“Completing the Boston Marathon with a personal best has marked the moment I secured my Six Star Finisher journey in the Abbott World Marathon Majors. I would like to extend my gratitude to the Pakistani running community for their continuous support and for helping me push my limits,” Fasih stated.
A number of Pakistani runners additionally achieved the Six Star Finisher milestone within the World Marathon Majors.
Islamabad-based Bilal Ehsan completed in 3:23:53 to earn his Six Star medal regardless of coping with a knee damage.
“Boston Marathon was amazing, Alhamdulillah, I was able to complete it in a good time. The course was great, the vibe was great, no doubt it is one of the biggest marathons in the world. At the same time, this race was not about the time, as I was coming through a knee injury. This was about completing it and achieving the Six Star medal. After completing it, I realised that Boston is definitely a top marathon because of the vibe and the crowd. The weather was also perfect, that’s why so many people got PRs,” Bilal stated.
“I want to dedicate this Six Star to my family and the Islamabad Running Club. IRC has played an important role in my journey. It would not have been possible without my family’s support and the platform provided by IRC. Four years back, I never thought I would be able to complete this marathon, but due to the platform provided by IRC, today I have done that,” he added.
Karachi-based Nosherwan Ali completed in 4:15:33 to additionally safe his Six Star standing. He stated what started as a more healthy various to unhealthy habits turned a journey of self-discovery, educating resilience, humility and goal, whereas inspiring him to contribute to a extra inclusive and wholesome group.
“I dedicate every step to my wife and kids, my super cool friends, and every single person who believed in me, guided me, and lifted me when the road got steep. Your unwavering support carried me here,” Nosherwan stated.
Karachi-based Dr Jehanzeb Mughal accomplished the race in 5:01:39, becoming a member of the checklist of Pakistani Six Star Finishers.
Different notable performances included Aamer Butt (3:43:33), Dr Salman Khan (3:46:48) and Jamal Khan (3:47:26), who recorded a private greatest. UK-based Maheen Sheikh additionally achieved a private greatest, ending in 3:52:01.
Full outcomes of Pakistani runners:
Muhammad Amjad (Karachi) – 2:42:45 Syed Hamza (USA) – 2:51:06 Nizar Nayani (USA) – 3:01:44 Muhammad Fasih Saleh (Norway) – 3:10:36 (PB, Six Star) Shahzada Hussain (UK) – 3:21:45 Basherri Anjum (USA) – 3:22:45 Bilal Ehsan (Islamabad) – 3:23:53 (Six Star) Aamer Butt (USA) – 3:43:33 Dr Salman Khan (USA) – 3:46:48 Jamal Khan (USA) – 3:47:26 (PB) Maheen Sheikh (UK) – 3:52:01 (PB) Nosherwan Ali (Karachi) – 4:15:33 (Six Star) Dr Jehanzeb Mughal (Karachi) – 5:01:39 (Six Star)
