LAHORE: Pakistan WAPDA claimed the overall title at the 16th National Senior Ju-Jitsu Championship 2026, which concluded at the WAPDA Sports Complex, Lahore, after a series of competitive contests featuring athletes from across the country.
Organised by the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation (PJJF), the championship featured male and female athletes representing various departments, provinces and regions of Pakistan. The event showcased talent, discipline and sportsmanship throughout the competitions.
WAPDA finished on top of the standings with a commanding medal tally of 47 medals, including 27 gold, 15 silver and five bronze medals.
Pakistan Navy secured second position with 34 medals, comprising 11 gold, 14 silver and nine bronze medals. Sindh finished third with a total of 33 medals, including nine gold, six silver and 18 bronze medals.
Final team standings:
1st Position — Pakistan WAPDA
Gold: 27
Silver: 15
Bronze: 5
Total: 47 medals
2nd Position — Pakistan Navy
Gold: 11
Silver: 14
Bronze: 9
Total: 34 medals
3rd Position — Pakistan Sindh
Gold: 9
Silver: 6
Bronze: 18
Total: 33 medals
The closing ceremony was attended by Chairman Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation Khalil Ahmed Khan, Secretary General PJJF Tariq Ali, representatives of the sports fraternity and members of different communities.
The guests praised the efforts of the organisers, coaches, technical officials and athletes for successfully holding the national sporting event. They also recognised the continued efforts of the Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation to promote Ju-Jitsu in the country, create opportunities for young athletes and strengthen the national sports development structure.
The championship was also described as an important milestone for Ju-Jitsu in Pakistan, particularly as it was held alongside the First National Youth Championship, reflecting the federation’s focus on youth development and the future of the sport.
The event concluded with the distribution of medals, trophies and awards among outstanding athletes and winning teams. The Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation congratulated all participating teams, athletes, coaches, technical officials and organisers for their contribution to making the championship a memorable success.
