Karim finishes disappointing 72nd

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Karim finishes disappointing 72nd

Agencies Published February 19, 2018

Mohammad Karim competes in the men’s giant slalom event at the Yongpyong Alpine Centre during the Winter Olympics on Sunday.—Reuters/File

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PYEONGCHANG: Pakistan’s 22 years old Olympian Skier Mohammad Karim could secure 72nd position in the giant slalom category of Alpine Skiing in the ongoing Winter Olympics.

He along with Syed Hamaan, who took part in the cross-country skiing event, are currently representing Pakistan in the Pyeongchang Games.

Karim started rather slowly in the first run and completed it in 1.27.53 seconds. In the second run he marginally improved the pace to finish in 1.26.40 seconds which earned him a disappointing 72nd position.

Published in Dawn, February 19th, 2018

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Zamin Abbas

Feb 19, 2018 10:56am

Not surprised, with no facilities and lack of funding

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RRS

Feb 19, 2018 10:57am

I don't think we should use the word "disappointing". There is no infrastructure in the country to support the sport and athletes are doing all they can do in the available means. Let us encourage them. Participation itself in such an event deserves some kind of appreciation.

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Dr. Melanoma

Feb 19, 2018 10:57am

72nd out of 72 competitors

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Abbas

Feb 19, 2018 11:06am

Thx for at least representing Pakistan

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Sabih Mohsin

Feb 19, 2018 11:25am

Disappointment is because our country doesnot take sports seriously escept Cricket. Muhamamd karim I hope you do better the next time donot give up

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Feb 19, 2018 12:21pm

Poorly written journalism. Put the story into perspective. Karim finished 72 out of 110 skiers. Quite a few did not finish including a number of Europeans and an American skier. People who had more resources and opportunities for training. So well done Karim - proud of you and love you.

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anonymouseeee

Feb 19, 2018 10:25pm

It's absolutely alright. Keep working hard and one day, we will prevail inshallah.

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azam khan

Feb 20, 2018 12:44am

Never mind he tried his best.

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azam khan

Feb 20, 2018 12:45am

@Dr. Melanoma, you would not even have the guts to compete, let alone reaching the finish line.

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Desi

Feb 20, 2018 06:41am

He did good. Pakistan was represented and he managed to finish the race. Was anybody expected him to bring a medal back home? With no training facilities, no reputable coaches he did good. We should be proud of him representing Pakistan.

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