UCI-Qualified Coach Maham Tariq Promotes Inclusive Cycling in Pakistan

Special Olympics Pakistan organized the Federal Cycling Coaches Clinic at Nasheman Special School, Wah Cantt, led by UCI-qualified coach Maham Tariq, with participation from coaches representing various cities and regions.

Maham Tariq has played an important role in developing inclusive cycling through coaching courses, training sessions and awareness programmes in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. Under her coaching supervision, Pakistani athletes won an impressive nine gold medals at the previous Special Olympics World Games in Germany.

Associated with both Special Olympics Pakistan (SOP) and Pakistan Cycling Federation (PCF), Maham also serves as a cycling coach, event organizer and commissaire.

With Special Olympics Pakistan preparing to participate in the Special Olympics World Games 2027 in Santiago, Chile, in October 2027, Maham Tariq is also contributing to preparations by promoting cycling awareness, sharing technical knowledge and providing guidance and training to SOP coaches and managers. These initiatives aim to strengthen their understanding of cycling, improve coaching capacity and prepare athletes for future international competitions.

Recognizing her valuable contribution, Pakistan Cycling Federation has selected Maham Tariq for the UCI Level 3 Coaching Course in Switzerland in 2027, further strengthening professional coaching standards and technical expertise in Pakistan.

Pakistan Cycling Federation congratulates Special Olympics Pakistan and highly appreciates Maham Tariq’s dedication, professional commitment and outstanding contribution to inclusive cycling and the development of athletes with intellectual disabilities.

Pakistan Cycling Federation remains committed to supporting inclusive sports, professional coaching development and greater opportunities for all athletes.

Reporter Ali Hassan