The cadets of Pakistan Naval Academy emerged victorious at the Commandant Cup Sailing Regatta, held at the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. This prestigious event saw participation from naval teams representing Sri Lanka, Pakistan, China, and India. The competition featured internationally recognized classes of boats, including the Laser Radial and Enterprise categories.
Pakistan Naval Academy secured top honors by winning a Silver medal in the Laser Radial category and a Gold medal in the Enterprise category, according to a news release from the Pakistan Navy. The winning team from Pakistan Naval Academy consisted of Officer Cadets Syed Sakhir Ali Shah, Saad Bin Khalid, and Muhammad Abdullah Akram.
Sri Lankan Naval Chief Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, who served as the Chief Guest at the closing ceremony, presented medals and trophies to the victorious teams. The regatta provided a platform for young cadets to enhance their sailing skills and gain valuable experience in an international competition. The Pakistan Naval Academy remains committed to delivering high-quality curricular and co-curricular training, preparing its cadets to become future leaders of the Navy.