Breaking Down Barriers in Pakistan's Male-Dominated Sport. For decades, 'neza baazi', a traditional form of horse racing in Pakistan, has been dominated by men. However, a new trend is emerging, with an increasing number of women and girls challenging the status quo and taking to the racing tracks. Despite facing numerous obstacles, these trailblazers are determined to prove themselves and make a name in the male-dominated sport. As they push boundaries and defy expectations, they are inspiring a new generation of young girls to take up the sport and pursue their dreams.


More and more women and girls are making a mark in the overwhelmingly male sport, locally called 'neza baazi'.