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Ya Biladi
09-04-2025
- Sport
- Ya Biladi
Moroccan female boxers celebrated for World Championship success in Serbia
The Royal Moroccan Boxing Federation (FRMB) held a ceremony on Tuesday in Salé to honor Moroccan female boxers who medaled at the Women's World Boxing Championships in Niš, Serbia, as well as Oumaima Semlali, who was named the best referee of the tournament. The event was part of the FRMB's ongoing efforts to promote a culture of recognition and encouragement for high-level athletic performance, in line with the federation's strategic vision. Moroccan boxer Widad Bertal was crowned world champion in the 52–54 kg category at the championships, held from March 8 to 16 in Niš, while her compatriot Hasna Larti claimed the bronze medal. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister of National Education, Preschool, and Sports, Mohamed Saad Berrada, praised the athletes' performances, describing them as the result of the FRMB's serious and sustained efforts. He noted that the success of the Moroccan boxers in Serbia reflects the intense work of the technical, medical, and administrative teams, and reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to supporting sports federations in their pursuit of excellence at both the continental and international levels. The minister added that national sport in Morocco has recently experienced significant momentum through the organization of numerous continental and international events. He emphasized that sustaining this progress requires coordinated efforts from all stakeholders in the sports and Olympic ecosystem. For his part, FRMB President Jaouad Belhaj stated that the recent achievements of Moroccan boxers are the result of tireless dedication from the athletes, technical staff, and broader support teams. He stressed that investing in human capital is key to achieving success and excellence. In a statement to the press, world champion Widad Bertal said that winning a medal at the World Championships is every athlete's dream. She expressed her ambition to shine in future competitions and earn more titles. Bronze medalist Hasna Larti said that her goal was to win gold but added that securing bronze is a major accomplishment, especially considering she began her boxing career just two years ago. International referee Oumaima Semlali said she was honored to receive the award for best referee, calling it a tribute not only to herself but to Moroccan women and the national boxing community as a whole.
Morocco World
18-03-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Morocco's Oumaima Smlali Wins Best Referee Award at World Boxing Championship
Rabat – Moroccan boxing referee Oumaima Smlali has been named the Best Referee at the World Boxing Championship, which took place in Nis, Serbia, from March 9 to 16. The Moroccan Royal Boxing Federation announced the news on Monday in a statement on their social media. The federation congratulated Smlali for the recognition and described her as an 'example of dedication and sporting excellence.' This recognition adds to Morocco's success during the tournament, which saw boxers Widad Bertal and Hasnaa Larti also win medals. Bertal secured the gold medal in the 54kg category, while Larti earned the bronze medal in the 81kg. After her win, Bertal expressed her pride for claiming the gold medal, which she dedicated to King Mohammed VI and the Moroccan people. 'This gold medal is for the first sportsman, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the Moroccan people, and everyone who supported me,' the Moroccan athlete told SNRT News. For Bertal, 'This is just the beginning,' as she is keen on achieving further success and winning more titles. Nabil Hilmi, Vice President of the Royal Moroccan Boxing Federation, commended the performance of both boxers and acknowledged the challenges they encountered. 'Winning these medals was not easy, even though our goal was to achieve more,' he said. Hilmi noted that Morocco was close to winning two more medals, but faced tough challenges, including a lack of experience and difficult draws against top-ranked fighters. 'We hope to build on this success and achieve even better results in the future for both the men's and women's teams,' he concluded. Tags: BoxingMoroccoReferee
Morocco World
17-03-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Who Is Widad Bertal, the Moroccan Boxer Who Won Gold at the World Championships?
Rabat – Moroccan boxer Widad Bertal won the gold medal in the 54kg category at the Women's World Boxing Championships in Nis, Serbia on Sunday. Her victory added another major achievement to her already impressive career. After her win, Bertal expressed her joy and dedicated her gold medal to King Mohammed VI – calling him the 'first sportsman' – as well as to the Moroccan people. She also thanked Jouad Belhaj, the president of the Royal Moroccan Boxing Federation, along with her national team coaches and her club, Energic Boxing Club. 'This gold medal is for the first sportsman, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the Moroccan people, and everyone who supported me,' Bertal told SNRTnews following her win. Bertal's road to the world title was not easy. She missed an important training camp in Belgrade due to an injury but was able to resume preparation in Montenegro. Her hard work paid off as she dominated her opponents in the tournament and eventually defeated Turkey's Hatice Akbas in the final match. Born on August 31, 1999, Bertal is no stranger to success. She has already won the African Championship three times in a row, in 2022, 2023, and 2024. She also won one of the bronze medals at the 2022 African Amateur Boxing Championships held in Maputo, Mozambique. For Bertal, 'This is just the beginning' and she is keen on achieving further success and winning more titles. In addition to Bertal's victory, Morocco also celebrated the bronze medal Sanaa Larti won in the 81kg category. Speaking about the team's performance, Nabil Hilmi, the Vice President of the Royal Moroccan Boxing Federation, commended both boxers for their achievements. 'Winning these medals was not easy, even though our goal was to achieve more,' Hilmi said. He noted that Morocco was close to winning two more medals, but faced tough challenges, including a lack of experience and difficult draws against top-ranked fighters. Hilmi noted the need for continued effort and a collaborative approach to ensure Moroccan boxing remains competitive on the world stage. 'We hope to build on this success and achieve even better results in the future for both the men's and women's teams,' he said.
