ISLAMABAD: A Pakistan Army team has won the gold medal at Exercise Cambrian Patrol 2025 in Wales, the United Kingdom, the military said this week, calling the achievement a “proud moment” for the country and its armed forces.
Held from October 3 to 13, the annual event is regarded as one of the world’s most challenging military endurance tests. It requires participants to move tactically across rugged terrain, covering a distance of 60 kilometers within 48 hours while performing specialist tasks in a simulated combat environment.
This year marked the 66th edition of the exercise, featuring 137 teams from 36 countries. The Pakistan Army’s contingent, led by Captain Muhammad Saad, was awarded the gold medal for what the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) described as “exceptional performance.”
“Pakistan Army’s Team has won Gold Medal in Exercise Cambrian Patrol 2025 held at Wales, UK,” ISPR said in a statement. “It is indeed a proud moment for the whole Nation and Pakistan Army which is known for its professionalism and highest standards of training.”
ISPR said the competition “retained its demanding professional standards,” testing soldiers’ tactical skills, endurance, and teamwork under extreme conditions.
“Pakistan Army has always held the country’s flag high and will keep endeavouring in future as well,” the statement added.
Exercise Cambrian Patrol, organized by the British Army, has been held annually since 1959 and is often described as “the Olympic Games of military patrolling,” drawing participation from NATO and non-NATO forces worldwide.
Pakistan has regularly participated and earned top honors in past editions, reflecting the country’s strong emphasis on operational readiness and professional military training.
