Asia Cup Archery
Published: 11:52 PM, 24 October 2026
Bangladesh Ambassador motivates archers in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq
The ambassador visited the team in Sulaymaniyah city ahead of the tournament, scheduled for October 24-29, to boost the archers' morale and assess their preparations. - BAF
Bangladesh's ambassador to Iraq, Maj Gen Md Maksudul Haque, has motivated the national archery team to remain confident and resilient as they prepare to compete in the Asia Cup Stage-2 World Ranking Tournament in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
The Bangladesh archery team is currently in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq, with the goal of upholding the nation's red-and-green flag on the international stage.
The 'Asia Cup, Stage 2 (World Ranking Tournament)' is taking place from October 24 to 29.
Bangladesh has fielded a well-balanced squad for this edition of the Asia Cup Stage 2, consisting of 12 archers-6 men and 6 women. In this prestigious competition, the team will vie for medals across several categories: men's and women's individual recurve, men's and women's individual compound, men's and women's team recurve, as well as mixed team events for both recurve and compound disciplines.
Ambassador Major General Md. Maksudul Haque met with the team in Sulaymaniyah to inspire the archers to compete with the utmost confidence on this international stage. Also present was Kazi Razib Uddin Ahmed Chapal, President of both World Archery Asia and the Bangladesh Archery Federation. During the visit, the Ambassador interacted with the athletes and inquired about their ongoing preparations.
Addressing the archers, he remarked that representing the country in an international competition is a matter of great pride. He encouraged them to always maintain a sportsmanlike spirit, stay optimistic, and face any difficult challenge with courage and determination. Addressing the team, the ambassador further remarked that various challenging situations can arise on the playing field; however, one must remain steadfast rather than becoming unsettled, continue the fight with head held high, and never abandon the hope of competing until the very last moment. Those involved believe that these inspiring words from the ambassador have significantly boosted the morale of the players.
