UAE Paralympians Secure 14 Medals on Opening Day of the 5th West Asian Para Games – Muscat 2026
Muscat, Oman – The United Arab Emirates’ national Paralympic team delivered a strong performance on the first day of competition at the 5th West Asian Para Games, held in Muscat, Oman. The team secured a total of 14 medals, showcasing their dedication and skill on the international stage. The games officially commenced yesterday with a vibrant opening ceremony attended by key officials, including Mohammed Fadel Al Hamli, President of the UAE Paralympic Committee and Head of the Delegation, and Dhaiban Salem Al Muhairi, Secretary-General of the Committee and Delegation Manager.
the medal haul included two gold, seven silver, and five bronze medals, marking a prosperous start to the competition for the UAE.
meryam Al Zeyoudi claimed one of the gold medals with a winning performance in the discus throw. Mohamed Youssef Othman added to the golden tally,securing first place in the 100-meter wheelchair race within the T34 category.
The silver medals were earned by a diverse range of athletes: Mohamed Al Kaabi in shot put, Meryam Al Matrooshi in discus throw, Mohamed Youssef othman in the 400-meter wheelchair race (T34 category), Mohamed Wahdani in the 400-meter wheelchair race (T54 category), Abdullah Al Musbahi in shot put, Ma’ed Al Lughwani in discus throw, and Ahmed Al Hosni in shot put.
Adding to the UAE’s success, five bronze medals were awarded to Ahmed Nawad in the 400-meter wheelchair race (T34 category), Mohamed Wahdani in the 100-meter wheelchair race (T54 category), Ahmed Nawad again in the 100-meter wheelchair race (T34 category), Yahya Al Balushi in the 100-meter race (T46/47 category), and Saham Al Rashidi in the discus throw.
The opening day’s events were characterized by a celebratory atmosphere, highlighting the importance of the west Asian Para Games and its significance within the region. The UAE delegation expressed their enthusiasm and commitment to continued success throughout the duration of the games.
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