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Al-Ahram Weekly
11-02-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Bronze pair - Sports - Al-Ahram Weekly
Mohamed Al-Sayed clinched the epee bronze in the Fencing Grand Prix in Italy while Abdel-Rahman Tolba won the foil bronze. The 21-year-old Al-Sayed, the Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medallist, had an exceptional run at the World Cup. He started the day by beating Ruben Derksen (Netherlands) 15-11 in round 64. In the round of 16, the Egyptian blanked Badim Sharlamov (Kazakhstan) 15-0 before edging out South Korean Taeyeang An in the round of 16, 9-8. In the quarter-finals Al-Sayed crushed Italian Gianpaolo Buzzacchino 15-6 to qualify for the semi-final and guarantee a medal. In the semi-final, though, Al-Sayed lost to the Hungarian Tibor Andrasfi and had to settle for the bronze medal. On the other hand, Tolba, 17, took home the bronze medal after defeating Cheung Ka Long of Hong Kong, the world's top-ranked player and the gold medalist at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics, 15-12, in addition to defeating Buzzacchino. Egypt's Minister of Youth and Sports Ashraf Sobhi congratulated both players for their bronze medals at the championship held from 7 to 9 February. Sobhi praised both, describing them as 'great' during the tournament, stressing that their achievements reflected 'the great development witnessed by the Egyptian Fencing Federation on the international level'. He said the continuous accomplishments of Egyptian fencers had taken Egypt to the highest levels, 'confirming the ability of Egyptian athletes to compete strongly in major sporting events,' and stressing that the ministry 'continues to provide all aspects of support to distinguished players to achieve more and raise the flag of Egypt in various tournaments'. 'The ministry will continue providing all the support needed for the Egyptian Fencing Federation and the players' preparation, according to the latest training methods,' Sobhi said. * A version of this article appears in print in the 13 February, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly Short link:
Al Bawaba
27-01-2025
- Health
- Al Bawaba
Aspetar Team Saves Life of Czech Fencing President During Fencing Grand Prix "Qatar 2025
A medical team from Aspetar, providing medical support during the ongoing 21st edition of Fencing Grand Prix "Qatar 2025", successfully saved the life of a spectator who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. The individual was later identified as the President of of the Czech Fencing Federation Oldřich Kubiš exceptional responsiveness and clinical expertise, the Aspetar team with his partners in QRCS and HMC, swiftly administered critical first aid, stabilized the patient, and accurately diagnosed his condition. He was subsequently transferred to Hamad General Hospital, where he underwent a successful cardiac catheterization timely and professional intervention by Aspetar's medical staff played a pivotal role in saving his life, showcasing the team's unparalleled proficiency in emergency medical care.A high-level delegation from Aspire Zone Foundation, led by Mr. Abdullah Nasser Al Naimi, Acting CEO of Aspire Zone Foundation, and Mr. Khalid Ali Al Mawlawi, Acting Director General of Aspetar paid a visit to the Czech President, The visit was to check on the Czech President's health and extend their best wishes for a speedy accomplishment underscores Aspetar's standing as a global leader in sports medicine and its commitment to ensuring the highest standards of healthcare during major sporting events. Over the past year, Aspetar has provided medical coverage for more than 100 local and international sporting events, reaffirming its dedication to creating a safe and secure environment for athletes, officials, and spectators alike. This incident adds to Aspetar's growing legacy of life-saving interventions. Notably, the hospital's medical team previously saved the life of a Qatari League footballer who experienced a cardiac emergency during a match, further highlighting the team's capability to handle high-pressure situations with precision and expertise. Aspetar's latest achievement not only reflects its operational excellence but also reinforces its mission to deliver world-class medical care, ensuring the well-being of all participants and attendees at sporting events. The 21st edition of Fencing Grand Prix "Qatar 2025" concludes today at Aspire, hosted by the Qatar Fencing Federation (QFF) under the supervision of the International Fencing Federation. The championship ran over three days, featuring top talent from around the world with total of 440 athletes, comprising 247 men and 193 women, representing 56 countries.
