HAVELIAN, Nov 03 (APP):In the scenic village of Chamnaka, located in the hilly terrain of Abbottabad, 12-year-old Mohazim Iqbal Jadoon has emerged as one of Pakistan’s most promising young tent pegging riders, carrying forward the rich equestrian legacy of his family. A student of Class 7, Mohazim represents the third generation of the Jadoon family devoted to the centuries-old sport of tent pegging, a thrilling equestrian discipline with roots in …
Young rider Mohazim Iqbal Jadoon keeps family’s tent pegging legacy alive
HAVELIAN, Nov 03 (APP):In the scenic village of Chamnaka, located in the hilly terrain of Abbottabad, 12-year-old Mohazim Iqbal Jadoon has emerged as one of Pakistan’s most promising young tent pegging riders, carrying forward the rich equestrian legacy of his family.
A student of Class 7, Mohazim represents the third generation of the Jadoon family devoted to the centuries-old sport of tent pegging, a thrilling equestrian discipline with roots in ancient cavalry traditions, where riders gallop at full speed to strike ground targets with a lance.
“I am continuing the legacy of my forefathers,” Mohazim told the media with pride, referring to the four generations of his family who have excelled in the sport. Displaying extraordinary skill from an early age, he began riding horses at just five years old, showing no fear or hesitation.
Mohazim’s mentor and coach is his paternal uncle, Yasir Iqbal Jadoon, an international tent pegging player who has represented Pakistan abroad. “My uncle is my teacher in this field,” Mohazim said. “He has taught me everything from handling the lance to maintaining control of the horse at high speed.”
Under Yasir’s guidance, the young rider has performed impressively in local competitions, earning recognition as one of the best young riders in the country among his peers.
Balancing his sporting passion with academic excellence, Mohazim is also a top student in his class. “I will continue my game alongside schooling,” he said, adding that his long-term goal is to appear in the Central Superior Services (CSS) examinations after completing his education, while keeping tent pegging as a lifelong pursuit.
Residents of Chamnaka village speak highly of the young rider, regarding him as a symbol of dedication, discipline, and tradition. They see in Mohazim a bridge between Pakistan’s cultural heritage and its modern aspirations.
As he charges across the fields, spear in hand, Mohazim Iqbal Jadoon is not just striking targets he is upholding the pride of his family and keeping the spirit of tent pegging alive in Pakistan.
