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Muscat Daily
7 days ago
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Oman Sail's high-performance team head to Greece for 49er European Championship
Muscat – Oman Sail's high-performance 49er team will join 56 crews from 25 nations in Thessaloniki, Greece, for the 2025 49er European Championships, organised by the Hellenic Sailing Federation and International 49er and Nacra Class Association. The event, which also features 49erFX and Nacra 17 competition, begins on 3 June and runs through until 8 June, with a practice race on 2 June. Representing Oman will be Musab al Hadi and Waleed al Kindi, with three races scheduled for each day of qualifying, culminating in a final series and medal race on the last day of competition. Hashim al Rashdi, Oman Sail's head performance coach, said, 'This is a prestigious event where we will line up against some of the most accomplished 49er sailors in the world. The qualification campaign for the Asian Games 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games will begin soon and events like this in the build up are valuable experience to make sure our preparations are on track and our sailors realise the levels they need to reach. We are looking forward to testing ourselves against such a diverse fleet in Greece and progressing throughout the year.' Musab al Hadi added, 'We are incredibly focused and determined to achieve our ultimate goal of qualifying for the Olympic Games and representing the nation in the sailing competition. Together with Waleed al Kindi, we have been working on our tactical and technical approach to racing, and we are both looking ahead to improving on the water this season. The 49er European Championship is the first step on what we hope will be a successful journey.' The team will be coached during the Championship by experienced Polish coach Jacek Nowak. A former Polish national 49er team sailor himself, Nowak has also gained experience on board the Poland team in the Star Sailors League 2023 and on board the victorious Cape31 Team 'Aspire'. He has been coach of the Finnish national 49er team and guided a variety of crews through European and World Championship campaigns. Nowak said: 'The tactical and technical aspect of the championship is vital to the long-term success of Oman's 49er team. The crew need to be able to anticipate and adapt to changing conditions and situations to score points and secure a place in the final series. We have been working on tactics and how to overcome challenges on the water, stay focused and make the correct choice under pressure. This ability will be important in Greece but also extends beyond a single event to build a winning mentality.' After the conclusion of the 49er European Championship in Greece, the team will then return to Oman before departing for Germany to take part in Kieler Woche from 21-25 June. The team will also be competing at the 49er World Championship in Italy from 7-13 October and the Asian Sailing Championship in November.
Observer
7 days ago
- Sport
- Observer
Oman Sail team heads to Greece for 49er tourney
Oman Sail High performance team headed to Greece for the 2025 49er European Championship 1st June 2025, Muscat — Oman Sail high performance 49er team will join 56 crews from 25 nations in Thessaloniki, Greece, for the 2025 49er European Championships, organised by the Hellenic Sailing Federation and International 49er and Nacra Class Association. The event, which also features 49erFX and Nacra 17 competition, begins on June 3 and runs through until June 8, with a practice race on June 2. Representing Oman will be Musab al Hadi and Waleed al Kindi, with three races scheduled for each day of qualifying culminating in a final series and medal race on the last day of competition. Hashim al Rashdi, Oman Sail's Head Performance Coach, said, 'This is a prestigious event where we will line up against some of the most accomplished 49er sailors in the world. The qualification campaign for the Asian Games 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games will begin soon and events like this in the build up are valuable experience to make sure our preparations are on track and our sailors realise the levels they need to reach. We are looking forward to testing ourselves against such a diverse fleet in Greece and progressing throughout the year.' Musab al Hadi added, 'We are incredibly focused and determined to achieve our ultimate goal of qualifying for the Olympic Games and representing the nation in the sailing competition. Together with Waleed al Kindi, we have been working on our tactical and technical approach to racing, and we are both looking ahead to improving on the water this season. The 49er European Championship is the first step on what we hope will be a successful journey.' The team will be coached during the Championship by experienced Polish coach Jacek Nowak. A former Polish national 49er team sailor himself, Nowak has also gained experience on board the Poland team in the Star Sailors League 2023 and on board the victorious Cape31 Team 'Aspire'. He has been coach of the Finnish national 49er team and guided a variety of crews through European and World Championship campaigns. Jacek Nowak commented, 'The tactical and technical aspect of the championship is vital to the long-term success of Oman's 49er team. The crew need to be able to anticipate and adapt to changing conditions and situations to score points and secure a place in the final series. We have been working on tactics and how to overcome challenges on the water, stay focused and make the correct choice under pressure. This ability will be important in Greece but also extends beyond a single event to build a winning mentality.' After the conclusion of the 49er European Championship in Greece, the team will then return to Oman before departing for Germany to take part in Kieler Woche from June 21-25. The team will also be competing at the 49er World Championship in Italy from October 7-13, and the Asian Sailing Championship in November.
Observer
20-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Barcelo Musannah Resort to support Oman Sail High Performance team
MUSCAT: Oman Sail has welcomed the Barcelo Musannah Resort as its Official Hotel Partner for the Oman Sail High Performance Team. The partnership will run until December 31, 2025, during which time members of the 49er team will train at the resort ahead of major events. The team comprises four Omani sailors, two international sailors and professional coach. Taking part in the Oman Sail High Performance Team are Waleed al Kindi, Musab al Hadi, Zakariya al Wahabi and Abdulmajeed al Mujaini alongside, Hashim al Rashdi, head coach and Ahmed al Hassani, 49er coach. David Faull, General Manager of the Barcelo Musannah Resort, said, "Barcelo Musannah Resort is delighted to welcome the sailors from Oman Sail's High-Performance team to the stunning property and offer complete access to the state-of-the-art facilities to help them prepare for the challenges ahead. We have been long-time supporters of sailing in Oman and wish the sailors the very best of luck as they proudly represent the nation and continue their journey to the very top of the sport.' "We are very pleased to renew our relationship with Barcelo Musannah Resort for the coming 49er campaign. It has become the home of sailing in Oman by successfully hosting numerous high profile national, regional and international events, and supporting our teams at all levels,' added Abdulaziz al Shidi, Acting Director of Sailing at Oman Sail. 'It is a privilege for our sailors to train in the waters of Musannah and stay at the Barcelo Musannah Resort. Oman Sail is committed to always providing the High-Performance team with the best conditions to succeed and achieve their goals. This is the start of a new campaign and partnering with Barcelo Musannah Resort is a key component in supporting our sailors to fulfil their potential.' The partnership supports the ongoing development of Oman Sail's High-Performance team in line with the established sailing strategy. Oman Sail's ultimate aim is to win an Olympic medal in sailing for the nation. During 2025, the team will stay at the resort to prepare for the 49er European Championships in Greece, taking place from June 1-8, and Kieler Woche in Germany from June 21-29. The period also includes the 49er World Championship in Italy from October 7-13 and the Asian Sailing Championship from November 10-18. Looking to the future, the team will aim to develop in preparation for major events including the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 and qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
