Bahrain Stands Tall in the World Boccia Challenger Series
TDT | Manama
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The World Boccia Challenger Series 2024 in Manama concluded on Wednesday, with five days of gripping action at Isa Sports City’s Hall D. Bringing together 70 elite Para athletes from 14 countries, the event displayed both the technical mastery and emotional intensity that define boccia—a sport where precision meets nerves of steel.
Isa Al Marjan Leads Bahrain’s Charge
For Bahrain, the standout moment came from Isa Al Marjan, whose poise and determination earned him a silver medal in the highly competitive BC4 category. Al Marjan’s achievement is a testament to his talent and the meticulous preparation behind the scenes, spearheaded by the Bahrain Paralympic Committee.
“It’s an incredible feeling to represent Bahrain on this stage and deliver a result we can all be proud of,” Al Marjan said, reflecting on his journey to the podium. His silver medal highlights Bahrain’s growing prominence in Para sports and the promise of future successes.
Global Glory: The Final Rankings
The competition saw an impressive display of talent from across the world. Here’s how the nations stacked up:
- Hong Kong, China: 2 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze
- South Korea: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Hungary: 2 Gold
- Sweden: 2 Gold
- India: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Singapore: 1 Gold, 1 Silver
- Ukraine: 1 Gold, 2 Silver
- Kazakhstan: 2 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Saudi Arabia: 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Bahrain: 1 Silver
- Belgium: 1 Silver
- Australia: 1 Bronze
Bahrain’s Growing Legacy
The Bahrain Paralympic Committee, led by Sheikh Mohammed bin Duaij Al Khalifa, has once again proven its commitment to fostering Para sports on the world stage. The successful hosting of the Challenger Series reinforces Bahrain’s reputation as a hub for high-level international competitions, while also shining a light on the potential of its own athletes.
Bahrain’s focus now shifts to upcoming events, including the World Para Taekwondo Poomsae Championships, as the nation continues its pursuit of sporting excellence and inclusion.
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