🤸 Strong Competition in Artistic Gymnastics at Cairo 2026
The 10th Special Olympics Middle East and North Africa Regional Games “Cairo 2026” continued under the slogan “Performance Sports”, with the women’s artistic gymnastics events producing strong competition among athletes from Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.
The competitions were held at Al Nadi Club in 6th of October City under the supervision of Dr. Hussein El-Bassiouni, the technical official for gymnastics.
Athletes were divided into different levels and classifications according to their abilities, ensuring fair opportunities and allowing each participant to demonstrate her skills.
🥇 Naira Wahid Shines in Level One
Egyptian gymnast Naira Wahid produced a standout performance in Level One, winning several events, while UAE athlete Hania Farid and Egypt’s Besant Tarek also secured prominent positions.
In the Balance Beam – Level One, Naira Wahid claimed first place, followed by Hania Farid in second and Besant Tarek in third.
The same order was repeated in the Uneven Bars – Level One, with Naira Wahid taking the top spot ahead of Hania Farid and Besant Tarek.
⭐ Wahid Continues Her Dominance as Farid Wins Floor Exercise
Naira Wahid continued her strong run in the Vault – Level One, finishing first, while Hania Farid came second and Besant Tarek took third.
In the Floor Exercise – Level One, however, the order changed at the top, with Hania Farid claiming first place, followed by Naira Wahid in second and Besant Tarek in third.
The results highlighted the close competition at Level One, with Naira Wahid and Hania Farid sharing top finishes across the different apparatus.
🇦🇪 Alina Siddiqi Dominates Level Two
At Level Two, UAE athlete Alina Siddiqi delivered a dominant performance, finishing first across all four events.
Siddiqi took the top spot in the Balance Beam, Uneven Bars, Floor Exercise and Vault, producing an impressive all-around showing.
Saudi Arabian athlete Yara Talal finished second in all four apparatus, making the Level Two competition particularly consistent between the two athletes.
🏆 Wahid and Siddiqi Top the All-Around Events
In the All-Around – Level One, Naira Wahid continued her excellent form by finishing first, with Hania Farid second and Besant Tarek third.
In the All-Around – Level Two, Alina Siddiqi claimed first place, while Yara Talal finished second.
The all-around results further reflected the strong performances of Wahid and Siddiqi across the different gymnastics apparatus.
🌍 Gymnastics Supports the “Performance Sports” Mission
The artistic gymnastics events form part of the wider program of the 10th Special Olympics Middle East and North Africa Regional Games, which feature participants from 13 countries, along with 173 athletes, delegation heads and officials, as well as 42 athletes and partners taking part in the conference for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
The Games are being held under the slogan “Performance Sports”, providing athletes with opportunities to demonstrate their abilities and compete in an environment that brings together participants from across the region.
The event also promotes the values of inclusion and community participation, while giving Special Olympics athletes a platform to showcase their abilities through competitive sport.
📢 What do you think of the performances from athletes from Egypt, the UAE and Saudi Arabia at Cairo 2026? Share your thoughts.
