| Ghazala Wadood غزالہ ودود | |
|---|---|
| Personal information | |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Born | Pakistan |
| Residence | Pakistan |
| Handedness | Right |
| Event | Singles, doubles and mixed doubles |
| BWF profile | |
Ghazala Wadood is a former badminton player from Pakistan. She represented her country from 1980 to 1992, and was a five-time national singles champion. She is the sister of Tariq Wadood, who was also a national badminton champion, and represented Pakistan in international competitions as well.
When Wadood started her career, women played very few sports such as squash, table tennis, tennis and athletics. [1] She received support in her pursuits from her parents, both of whom were former sportspersons. [2] Her brother is the former badminton world number 2, Tariq Wadood.
Wadood is a five-time national singles champion. She claimed her first title in 1983, and followed it up with victories in 1984, 1985, 1989, and 1990. [3] [4] For three consecutive years, both brother and sister were Pakistan national champions (1983-1985). [3]
Wadood represented Pakistan internationally between 1980 and 1992. [1]
In 1990, she competed at the Asian Games in Beijing, China. Participating in singles, doubles and mixed doubles events. She lost in the round of 16 in all three events. [5] In singles, she lost to Thailand's Somharuthai Jaroensiri by 2 sets to nil (1-11 and 2-11). [5] In women's doubles, she partnered with Afshan Shakeel. They lost to the Chinese pair of Guan Weizhen and Nong Qunhua by 2 sets to nil (5-15 and 4-15). [5] [6]
In 1991, Wadood was scheduled to play at the World Championships, but ended up not competing. [7]
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