Nagoya:Nosheen Aslam made her debut in the women's table tennis team competition at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, standing out as the oldest player at 55 among much younger athletes.

According to Namibia Press Agency, Nosheen represented Pakistan in two team matches on the competition's opening day but did not participate in the final group match. Her appearance marked a personal milestone, as it was her first time competing in the Asian Games and her first international trip for a competition.

Nosheen expressed that the Asian Games was a dream come true, despite experiencing nerves that affected her performance. The results may not have favored her, but she cherished the experience, celebrating with her teammates after the matches.

Hailing from Lahore, Nosheen began playing table tennis at the age of 43. Despite the challenges of balancing family responsibilities, work, and training, she has remained committed to the sport.

The development of table tennis in Pakistan is reflected in Nosheen's journey. The International Table Tennis Federation's School Program has introduced the sport in schools, promoting it among young players and fostering skills like teamwork and discipline.

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