Muhammad Ubaid, a student of BS Physical Education, has won the coveted title of Mr GCU 2022-23 at the Annual Inter-departmental Bodybuilding Championship 2023 held at GC University Lahore.

The event, organized by the University's Directorate of Sports, featured students from across the university competing in various categories based on weight, including 60 kg, 70 kg, 80 kg, and 80+ kg.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi graced the occasion as chief guest, and awarded the Mr GCU title to the most impressive bodybuilder at the competition, Ubaid, who impressed the judges with his flawless posing and impressive physique, leaving behind some of the most promising bodybuilders from the university.

The event was judged by a panel of experts, including Sheikh Farooq Iqbal, the President of Pakistan Bodybuilding Federation, Sheikh Ayaz, the Vice President of Punjab Bodybuilding Association, Bilal Khan a former Mr. Pakistan title winner) and Muhammad Riaz, the treasurer of Lahore Bodybuilding Association.

The championship was highly competitive and brought out the best in the participants, demonstrating the high level of physical fitness and dedication among students at the university.

In the 60 kg category, Muhammad Shahzaib, Ali, and Umar Sadaqat secured the first, second, and third positions, respectively. In the 70 kg category, Muhammad Waqas Khan, Muhammad Ahmad, Inzamam Qamar, and Muhammad Ahmad Butt claimed first, second, third, and fourth positions, respectively. Muhammad Ubaid and Zeeshan secured the first and second positions, respectively, in the 80 kg category, and in the 80+ kg category, Ghulam Fareed Warsi and Rafay Khalid claimed the first and second positions, respectively.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Zaidi appreciated the hard work by the participants and praised the efforts they put in the game of bodybuilding. He said that devotion and dedication and honesty are the basis of success.

He believed that sports play a crucial role in the overall development of an individual; it not only promotes physical fitness but also instill values of teamwork, perseverance, and determination.

He urged all students to continue pursuing their passion for sports, maintain a healthy and active lifestyle and help GCU towards creating a culture of sportsmanship and excellence at the university.

The University's Directorate of Sports was praised for organizing a well-managed event that showcased the talent and dedication of the students at GC University Lahore. The university hopes to continue organizing similar events in the future to promote physical fitness and healthy competition among its students.