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| Nationality | Pakistani |
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| Country | Pakistan |
| Sport | Snooker |
Ahsan Ramzan is a Pakistani snooker player. [1] In March 2022, Ramzan has set a new record for amateur snooker and become the 2nd youngest player after Chinese player Yan Bingtao at world amateur snooker champion in the world. [2] [3] [4] He represented Pakistan at the 2022 World Games held in Birmingham, United States. [5] [6] [7] Recently he win U21 Asian Snooker Championship in 2023. He defeated Iran's Milad Pourali Darehchi 5-2 in the final. [8]
| Outcome | No. | Year | Championship | Opponent in the final | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runner-up | 1. | 2021 | Pakistan Amateur Championship |  Muhammad Sajjad | 6–7 |
| Winner | 1. | 2021 | World Amateur Championship |  Amir Sarkhosh | 6–5 |
| Winner | 2. | 2023 | Asian U-21 Snooker Championship | Milad Pourali Darehchi | 5–2 |
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