| Pakistan at the 2013 World Championships in Athletics | |
|---|---|
 | |
| WA code | PAK |
| in Moscow | |
| Competitors | 1 |
| Medals |
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| World Championships in Athletics appearances | |
Pakistan competed at the 2013 World Championships in Athletics from August 10 to August 18 in Moscow, Russia. A team of 1 athlete was announced to represent the country in the event. [1]
(q – qualified, NM – no mark, SB – season best)
| Athlete | Event | Heats | Semifinals | Final | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Rank | Time | Rank | Time | Rank | ||
| Liaquat Ali | 200 metres | 21.90 | 48 | Did not advance | |||
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