Oman's Taha claims long jump bronze in New Delhi
AHMED AL KAABI
MUSCAT, MARCH 13
Omani national team athlete Taha al Harrasi secured the bronze medal in the long jump competition at the Grand Prix Athletics Championship for Athletes with Disabilities, held in the Indian capital of New Delhi from March 9 to 15.
With this achievement, Al Harrasi raised his medal tally to two, having previously won the gold medal in the 100-metre race. He managed a leap of 5.13 metres in the long jump, securing third place. Nepal's Matvil Lakshov claimed first place, followed by his compatriot Sharmin Kuisov in second place. The championship features more than 280 athletes representing 20 countries, competing in an intense and high-level tournament.
Meanwhile, Omani athlete Mohammed al Mashaykhi continues his preparations for the shot put and club throw competitions. He aims to add more medals to Oman's tally in this prestigious event, which is one of the key championships on the calendar of the World Para Athletics Federation. The competition attracts wide participation from various countries striving for achievements and podium finishes.
Mohammed al Hinai, Secretary-General of the Oman Paralympic Committee, expressed his pride in the achievements of the national team athletes at the Grand Prix Athletics Championship for Athletes with Disabilities. He emphasised that these successes reflect the growth of Paralympic sports in Oman and the ability of Omani athletes to compete internationally.
Al Hinai praised Taha al Harrasi's outstanding performance, noting his success in winning the 100-metre gold and the long jump bronze. He affirmed that these accomplishments were not coincidental but the result of dedicated efforts by the athletes, coaching and administrative staff, as well as the support provided by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth (MoCSY), which facilitated the team's participation and ensured the necessary resources for these honourable results.
He also highlighted that Mohammed al Mashaykhi continues intensive training in preparation for the shot put and club throw competitions, aligning with Oman's aspirations to claim more medals in the championship. Additionally, Al Hinai stressed that the Oman Paralympic Committee follows a clear strategy to support athletes with disabilities by providing a comprehensive training environment, participating in international tournaments, and fostering partnerships that enhance the development of para-sports. He emphasised that these championships serve as significant opportunities to elevate performance levels, refine athletes' skills, and prepare them for upcoming global Paralympic events.
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