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Proud finish for Team Qatar at largest World University Games in Germany
Tribune News Network Rhein-Ruhr (Germany) The curtains came down on Team Qatar's participation at the Rhein- Ruhr 2025 FISU Summer World University Games, hosted by Germany in what was the largest edition of the event to date. More than 8,500 athletes from 150 countries competed over 12 thrilling days, across 18 sports, in a spirited celebration of athletic excellence, cultural diversity, and global unity. The closing ceremony, held on Sunday, was attended by HE Dr. Ibrahim Bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, President of the Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation (QCSF) , members of Team Qatar delegation, Leonz Eder, President of the International University Sports Federation (FISU), Matthias Remund, FISU Secretary General, FISU Executive Committee members, heads of continental and national university sports federations, and a vibrant crowd of international young athletes. Qatar delivered commendable performances in fencing, table tennis, taekwondo, and tennis. Maram Al Fatnassi made a significant breakthrough, finishing ninth in taekwondo, reflecting the steady rise of women's university sports in Qatar. In fencing (foil), Abdullah Khalifa and Khalid Hussein demonstrated promise, placing 36th and 18th respectively. In table tennis, Abdullah Abdulwahab, Youssef Magdy, and Maryam Ali advanced to the second round of their singles competitions, showing resilience and determination. Mubarakah Al Naimi represented Qatar in tennis, putting in a spirited performance. The Rhein-Ruhr 2025 edition was largest in the history of World University Games, with 234 events across 18 sports, held in 23 venues spread across multiple German cities, including Berlin, Duisburg, and Bochum. Commenting on the occasion, Rashid Saeed Adiba, QCSF Secretary-General, praised the technical and athletic performances of Team Qatar's male and female athletes, stating that the experience significantly enriched their skills and offered valuable exposure to elite-level university competition. He emphasized that Qatar's participation reflects its strong commitment to the values of FISU : excellence, team spirit, innovation, and integrity and highlights the country's ambition to elevate university sports to new top standards.
Qatar Tribune
17-07-2025
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- Qatar Tribune
Team Qatar joins opening event of 2025 FISU World University Games
Tribune News Network Rhine-Ruhr, Germany In a poetic and visually striking setting, the Rhine-Ruhr region hosted the grand opening of the 2025 FISU World University Games. The ceremony brought together student-athletes from around the globe, alongside leading figures from the worlds of sport, the Olympics and academia, in a vibrant celebration of youth and university spirit. Rashid Saeed Adiba, secretary-general of the Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation and deputy head of Team Qatar, attended the event, reaffirming Qatar's commitment to global student sport. Also present were FISU President Leonz Eder, Secretary-General Matthias Remund, Executive Committee members, and heads of regional and national university federations. Thousands of students were in attendance. The ceremony opened with a colourful parade of delegations, broadcast live to millions worldwide. Team Qatar proudly participated, with table tennis player Abdullah Abdulwahab carrying the national flag. The delegation included Abdullah Khalifa and Khalid Hussein (fencing), Yousef Magdy and Maryam Ali (table tennis), Maryam Al-Fatnasi (taekwondo), and Mubarka Al-Naimi (tennis), along with technical and administrative staff. Rhine-Ruhr 2025 is one of the largest editions in the event's history, featuring over 8,500 athletes from 150 countries, competing in 234 medal events across 18 sports. The competitions span 12 days and are held at 23 venues across cities including Berlin, Duisburg, and Bochum. Beyond the sporting competitions, the Games offer a rich cultural and educational programme, enhanced through a partnership with the Ruhr Games, adding a festive atmosphere to the event. From July 17 to 19, Bochum will also host the FISU World Conference under the theme: 'Competing for Change: Towards Sustainability and (Mental) Health Through Sport'. The conference will address key issues affecting youth, particularly sustainability and mental health, aligning with Rhine-Ruhr 2025's vision of creating a lasting social and sporting legacy.
