Pakistan secures top position at international military drill competition in UK: ISPR

Pakistan's military prowess was on full display as its army team clinched the top position at the prestigious International Pace Sticking Competition 2026, held at the Royal Military Academy (RMA) Sandhurst in the United Kingdom. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced the victory on Friday, highlighting the team's exceptional performance.

Representing the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), the nine-member contingent, led by Major Haider Gulzar, dominated the event. They not only secured the 1st Overall Team Trophy but also won the awards for Best Pace Sticker and Best Driver, achieving a "clean sweep" of the major honors. The team arrived in the UK on June 5 to participate in the annual competition, which featured 16 international teams.

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In a remarkable display of excellence, the Pakistan Army team, represented by the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), has clinched 1st Position at the prestigious International Pace Sticking Competition 2026 held at the Royal Military Academy (RMA) Sandhurst, United Kingdom.

The ISPR statement emphasized that the Pakistan Army team's success is a testament to the "highest standards of professional training, excellence and dedication" maintained by the country's armed forces. This triumph adds to Pakistan's growing record in international military drills and competitions.

Pakistan's military has a history of performing well in such events. The army team had previously won the International Pace Sticking Competition in 2020 for three consecutive years. Their participation in this specific event began in 2018. Furthermore, in October last year, a Pakistan Army team earned a gold medal at Exercise Cambrian Patrol in Wales, an achievement they have replicated in 2024, 2017, 2016, and 2015.

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The Pakistan Army team’s victory is reflective of the highest standards of professional training, excellence and dedication maintained by the Armed Forces of Pakistan.