Pakistan and India are set to engage in a sporting clash, this time on the tennis court, as arch-rivals face off in the Davis Cup for their Group I Tie. The Indian Tennis team is anticipated to land in Islamabad on January 29, with matches scheduled for February 4 and February 5 at the Pakistan Sports Complex Courts.
In preparation for this event, a meeting was convened by Shoaib Khoso, the Director General of the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), involving local police, traffic police, security agencies, and the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF). The PTF Secretary, Col (Retd.) Gul Rehman, briefed security agencies on the Indian Tennis team’s practice sessions and travel schedule.
Emphasizing security measures, the PSB DG stated, “We discussed different issues in terms of maintaining top-notch security for the upcoming Indian team’s visit to Pakistan. A security plan was shared with all concerned officials, and while fool-proof security measures are routine for all foreign teams, special measures will be in order for the Indian team.”
Additionally, special attention will be given to ensuring the tennis court’s grass is in optimal condition for the matches.
The Davis Cup, often referred to as “The World Cup of Tennis,” is a prestigious tournament with over 140 participating teams annually since its establishment in 1900. The United States of America holds the record with 32 titles, earning them the designation of world champions.
Looking ahead to the 2024 World Group I Play-offs, scheduled for February 2-3 or 3-4, the winning nations will advance to a World Group I tie in September, while the losing nations will contend in a World Group II tie during the same month. The Davis Cup remains a pinnacle event in international tennis, drawing attention from fans and nations worldwide.
