The Pakistan Naval Academy earned a silver medal by securing second place in the 79th International Naval Academy Sailing Regatta, held off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Brazil, the host nation, took first place with a gold medal, while China and Italy tied for third, both winning bronze medals. Portugal finished fifth, followed by India in sixth, Peru in seventh, Colombia in eighth, and Argentina in ninth.
The Pakistan Naval Academy team was composed of Officer Cadet Muhammad Abdullah Akram, Midshipman Talha Malik, Officer Cadet Saad bin Khalid, Officer Cadet Syed Shakir Ali, and Lieutenant Samiullah.
The Commandant of the Pakistan Naval Academy commended the team for their excellent performance and dedication, acknowledging their remarkable achievement.