He was over 100 years old
Lahore: Pakistan’s first-ever international gold medallist wrestler Din Mohammad breathed his last after a prolonged illness. He was over 100 years old.
Hailing from Lahore’s Bata Pur area, Din Mohammad earned the honour of winning Pakistan’s first gold medal in the 1954 Asian Games held in Manila.
Representing the country in wrestling, he defeated opponents from the Philippines, India, and Japan to claim the top podium spot.
Besides the Asian Games gold, Din Mohammad also brought home a bronze medal from the Commonwealth Games and represented Pakistan in numerous international events, raising the national flag with pride.
Punjab Sports Board spokesperson confirmed his passing and recalled that it was Din Mohammad who gave Pakistan its first-ever gold at an international event.
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