After a thrilling week of first-class snooker, this year's Ariana Snooker Championship wrapped up on Monday with Naveed Naderi lifting the trophy.The 32-year-old, who is ranked No.
2 in Afghanistan, defeated Rayees Khan Hotak 7-6 in a thrilling final.Sixteen of the country's top snooker players took part in the tournament & many of whom were teenagers.Wahidullah Asghari, the head of Afghanistan Billiards and Snooker Federation, said after Monday's final that there was solid talent among players in the country, especially the young ones.Our young players showcased their talents and abilities in these competitions with their nice performances.
The talents promised us that a very bright and shining future awaits this federation.The tournament was organized by Ariana Radio and Television Network (ATN) and broadcast live across the country.
This was part of ATN's commitment to the development of sport and the sport community of Afghanistan.For sports fans however, ATN will soon broadcast another exciting event across the country.Next up will be the long-awaited and much anticipated ICC Champions Trophy which gets underway on Wednesday in Pakistan.Fans can watch the tournament live and exclusively on Ariana Television.
For schedules, fixtures and updates stay tuned to Ariana Television and Ariana News& digital platforms.
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