🟥 Grand Opening of African & Mediterranean Weightlifting Championships in Egypt
🏟️ A Major Sporting Event in Ismailia
The city of Ismailia hosted the official opening of the African Senior and Mediterranean Weightlifting Championships, held in Egypt from May 10 to 16, with participation from 27 countries across Africa and the Mediterranean region.
The championship stands as one of the most important continental and international events in weightlifting, showcasing Egypt’s continued ability to host world-class sporting competitions.
🌍 Wide International Participation
This year’s edition features strong participation from multiple nations, making it a highly competitive tournament and an important event on the African and international weightlifting calendar.
🎖️ Impressive Opening Ceremony with International Attendance
🔥 High-Level Egyptian Organization
The opening ceremony was organized by the Egyptian committee headed by Mohamed Abdel Maqsoud, President of the Egyptian Weightlifting Federation and member of the International Federation’s Executive Board.
The event witnessed the presence of top international and African sports officials, including Khaled Mahallel, Vice President of the International Federation and President of the African Weightlifting Federation, along with several federation presidents and sports figures.
🗣️ Praise for Egypt’s Organization
Mohamed Abdel Maqsoud welcomed all participating delegations, emphasizing the importance of the championship in developing African weightlifting.
Khaled Mahallel also praised Egypt’s outstanding organization, expressing confidence that the event would be delivered in a world-class manner.
🎭 Cultural & Entertainment Shows Highlight Opening
🎶 Blend of Heritage and Modernity
The opening ceremony featured cultural performances combining Egyptian heritage with modern artistic displays, including folk dances and musical performances.
🌟 Positive Feedback from Delegations
The performances received widespread praise from participating delegations, highlighting Egypt’s ability to host elegant and well-organized international events.
🏋️♂️ Egypt’s Strong Medal Ambitions
🇪🇬 Targeting Continental Dominance
Egyptian athletes enter the championship with high ambitions to continue their dominance and secure multiple medals, building on recent international success in weightlifting.
📅 Egypt Team Schedule in the Championship
🏋️♀️ Women’s Events
The Egyptian women’s team schedule includes:
Mirna Tantawi (53kg) Tuesday 6 PM
Noura Essam Helmy (58kg) Wednesday 10 AM
Hagar Rashdy (63kg) Wednesday 4 PM
Shaimaa Abdel Nasser (69kg) Thursday 12 PM
Rofida Fathy (77kg) Thursday 4 PM
Sara Samir (86kg) Friday 3 PM
Miar Abdelkader & Fatma Sadiq (+86kg) Friday 3 PM
🏋️♂️ Men’s Events
Men’s participation schedule includes:
Ahmed Hussein & Nour El-Din Zaki (65kg) Wednesday 6 PM
Ahmed Said (71kg) Thursday 2 PM
Abdelrahman Younes (88kg) Friday 5 PM
Ahmed Ashour & Karim Kahla (94kg) Friday 7 PM
Ahmed Gamal & Mahmoud Hossny (110kg) Saturday 12 PM
🔥 High Expectations for Egyptian Athletes
Attention is focused on Egypt’s athletes as they aim to deliver strong performances and continue the country’s dominance in African weightlifting.
