publish time

26/05/2024

author name Arab Times
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publish time

26/05/2024

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Left–right: Sami Al-Zamanan honoring players at the end of the championship.

KOBE, May 26, (KUNA): Kuwaiti Ambassador to Japan Sami Al-Zamanan expressed his admiration for the Kuwait national team's outstanding performance and victories at the World Para Athletics Championships held in Kobe, Japan.

In a statement to KUNA, Ambassador Al-Zamanan praised the remarkable achievements of national team players Faisal Al-Rajhi and Faisal Sorour. He also honored them after the championship for their exceptional performance, which resulted in winning the gold and silver medals respectively.

Faisal Al-Rajhi secured the gold medal by clinching the top spot in the 5,000-meter wheelchair race, while his teammate Faisal Sorour earned the silver medal in the shot put competition.

Ambassador Al-Zamanan expressed his hope for the continuation of such remarkable achievements by the players, emphasizing the importance of upholding Kuwait's reputation in sports forums worldwide. He particularly highlighted the upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris next summer as a crucial platform for further showcasing Kuwait's talent and dedication in para-athletics.