Qatar paddlers excel at WTT Youth Contender in Amman
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Qatar's table tennis team delivered an impressive performance at the WTT Youth Contender Championship held in Amman, adding a new achievement to the nation's growing success in international table tennis.
Qatar players secured a total of seven medals: one gold, three silver and three bronze.
Rasha Laghribi stood out with a gold medal in the U-11 category and a bronze in the U-13, showcasing her remarkable talent across age groups.
Alia Albaz claimed silver in the U-11 category, while Serena Shaikh earned silver in the U-13 category. Abdulaziz Al Abdullah added another silver for Qatar in the U-15 competition. Bronze medals were won by Rabia Al Kuwari (U11), Ruqayya Al Baz (U15), and Mubarak Marzouq (U11), rounding off a strong showing by the team.
The Qatar Table Tennis Association praised the achievement, stating that it reflects the ongoing development of Qatari youth in the sport and highlights the effectiveness of the training programs and support systems in place.
The association emphasized that these results are the fruit of hard work, commitment, and the growing investment in Qatari sports. With more determination and ambition, the future looks bright for Qatar's next generation of table tennis champions.
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