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Pakistani Boxer Goes Missing in Glasgow Before Team's Return

Team officials say his passport and return ticket were held by the delegation and have opened an inquiry into a disappearance that echoes earlier cases of Pakistani boxers vanishing abroad.

Overview

  • The boxer, identified as Qudratullah, was last seen in his hotel room at about 2am and was not present when the squad assembled for a 9am departure on Tuesday.
  • Team officials report that his passport and return air ticket remained in the custody of the team manager, raising questions about how he left the delegation's control.
  • The Pakistan Boxing Federation has confirmed the disappearance and said it has launched an investigation to establish his whereabouts and the circumstances of his absence.
  • Journalists note the case follows a pattern of similar incidents, including a Pakistani boxer named Zohaib who went missing in Italy last year, highlighting recurring concerns on overseas tours.
  • The disappearance arrives as Pakistan concluded Glasgow 2026 with a single medal, and it is likely to prompt scrutiny of athlete welfare, delegation procedures, and any changes to travel controls.