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Egypt Independent
14-07-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Independent
Egypt sweeps 2025 African Modern Pentathlon Championships with 23 medals
Egypt delivered a dominant performance at the 2025 African Modern Pentathlon Championships, held at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport in Alexandria, capturing a total of 23 medals, eight gold, eight silver, and seven bronze, in a display that underscored the nation's remarkable depth of athletic talent. Remarkably, this achievement was secured by Egypt's second team (Team B), as the national first team was concurrently participating in the World Relay Championships. In the senior men's competition, Egypt achieved a clean podium sweep: Amer Idris secured the gold medal with 1,462 points, followed by Moustafa Amer with silver (1,451), and Youssef Amir with bronze (1,420). Mark Awad finished in sixth place. The senior women's event mirrored that dominance, with Sama Kandil capturing gold with 1,340 points, followed by Judy Mohamed with silver (1,270) and Rodina Zahran with bronze (1,225), completing yet another all-Egyptian podium sweep. In the Under-21 category, Moustafa Mohamed claimed gold with 1,500 points, with Ziad Hitta taking silver and Ayman Abul-Foutouh securing bronze, marking another Egyptian sweep of the podium. On the women's side, Judy Zahir took the gold medal with 1,322 points, followed by Retag Ramadan with silver and Khouloud el-Ghaiti with bronze, continuing Egypt's dominance across divisions. Egypt's dominance extended into the Under-19 events, where Hamed al-Sherbiny captured gold with 1,506 points, followed by Adam Fouad (silver) and Sani Radwan (bronze), completing another all-Egyptian podium. In the girls' Under-19 competition, Judy Saeed claimed gold, with Hiba Issa earning silver and Lujain Mohamed taking bronze. Zeina Sobeih finished in fifth place. The Under-17 category saw continued Egyptian success. Moustafa Refaat won gold, with Mohamed Abu Deqqa securing silver and Mohamed Mohamed taking bronze. Ziad Hitta and Hamed el-Nemki placed fourth and fifth, respectively. In the girls' Under-17 event, Nour Ramadan delivered a standout performance to win gold with 1,367 points, while Ghazal Mahmoud and Judy Ramadan took silver and bronze. Mariam Abdel Nasser narrowly missed the podium, finishing fourth. Despite competing with a secondary squad, Egypt's performance underscored the depth and strength of its modern pentathlon program, reflecting the national federation's success in cultivating a broad, competitive talent base. This comprehensive triumph reaffirms Egypt's status as Africa's dominant force in modern pentathlon and highlights its strategic preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic qualifiers.
Al-Ahram Weekly
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Squash: Egypt's El-Sherbini equals record, Asal claims maiden PSA World Championship title - Omni sports
Nour El-Sherbini captured her record-equalling eighth PSA World Championship crown, and Mostafa Asal secured his first, with the duo clinching straight-set victories in all-Egyptian finals at the 2024/2025 edition in Chicago on Sunday. El-Sherbini, 29, overcame Hania El-Hammamy 11-5, 11-9, 11-4, and 11-7 in a 61-minute contest to draw level with Malaysian icon Nicol David's all-time record of eight world titles. It was her 10th consecutive appearance in the final and her fourth championship triumph in the Windy City. 'I never imagined I'd get to eight,' El-Sherbini said. 'I've had a tough season, but I really wanted this one. It means everything.' she added. On the men's side, Asal produced a clinical 11-7, 11-8, and 11-3 win over four-time champion Ali Farag, completing a flawless tournament without dropping a single game. The 23-year-old holds the PSA World title and the British Open crown, retaining the World No.1 spot. 'To win this title, and stay No.1, is incredible,' Asal said. 'There were a lot of mental challenges this week. I'm grateful to my team, especially to James Willstrop, who helped me stay focused,' he said. Both finals showcased Egypt's continued supremacy in the sport. Egyptian players account for all finalists at squash's most prestigious tournament, which carries a total prize fund of $1.31 million. Asal, who had lost to Peru's Diego Elias in last year's final, exacted redemption against Farag — his sixth final meeting with the experienced World No.2 — extending his head-to-head advantage to 5-1. Meanwhile, El-Hammamy was appearing in her first World Championship final. 'She's young and talented, but today I had the edge of experience,' El-Sherbini said. The PSA World Tour will now shift to Egypt for the Palm Hills Open from 22 to 27 May. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Al-Ahram Weekly
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Squash: Egypt's El-Sherbini equals record, Asal claims maiden PSA World Championship title - World
Nour El-Sherbini captured her record-equalling eighth PSA World Championship crown, and Mostafa Asal secured his first, with the duo clinching straight-set victories in all-Egyptian finals at the 2024/2025 edition in Chicago on Sunday. El-Sherbini, 29, overcame Hania El-Hammamy 11-5, 11-9, 11-4, and 11-7 in a 61-minute contest to draw level with Malaysian icon Nicol David's all-time record of eight world titles. It was her 10th consecutive appearance in the final and her fourth championship triumph in the Windy City. 'I never imagined I'd get to eight,' said El-Sherbini. 'I've had a tough season, but I really wanted this one. It means everything.' On the men's side, Asal produced a clinical 11-7, 11-8, and 11-3 win over four-time champion Ali Farag, completing a flawless tournament without dropping a single game. The 23-year-old holds the PSA World title and the British Open crown, retaining the World No.1 spot. 'To win this title, and stay No.1, is incredible,' Asal said. 'There were a lot of mental challenges this week. I'm grateful to my team, especially to James Willstrop, who helped me stay focused,' he said. Both finals showcased Egypt's continued supremacy in the sport. Egyptian players account for all finalists at squash's most prestigious tournament, which carries a total prize fund of $1.31 million. Asal, who had lost to Peru's Diego Elias in last year's final, exacted redemption against Farag — his sixth final meeting with the experienced World No.2 — extending his head-to-head advantage to 5-1. Meanwhile, El-Hammamy was appearing in her first World Championship final. 'She's young and talented, but today I had the edge of experience,' El-Sherbini said. The PSA World Tour will now shift to Egypt for the Palm Hills Open from 22 to 27 May. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
The Star
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Sivasangari's journey ends in the World Championship
PETALING JAYA: National squash ace S. Sivasangari's challenge has ended in the World Championship. The 26-year-old, seeded seventh in the prestigious tournament, lost 3-11, 11-8, 4-11, 5-11 to fourth seed American Olivia Weaver in the quarter-finals at the Lakeshore Sport and Fitness in Chicago on Thursday (May 15). Weaver will face second seed Egyptian Nour El-Sherbini, while the other semi-final is an all-Egyptian affair, with top seed Nouran Gohar taking on third seed Hania El-Hammamy. Despite the defeat, Sivasangari's outing in Chicago was memorable. It was her first last eight appearance and she had also ended Malaysia's eight-year wait to reach the quarter-finals in the world meet.
Egypt Today
25-04-2025
- Sport
- Egypt Today
Al Ahly and Pyramids FC Eye Historic All-Egyptian CAF Champions League Final Tonight in Cairo
CAIRO, April 25: A monumental night awaits Egyptian football as both Al Ahly and Pyramids FC look to secure their spots in the CAF Champions League final, with dreams of an all-Egyptian showdown hanging in the balance. After both semi-final first legs ended in goalless draws—Al Ahly holding Mamelodi Sundowns in Pretoria and Pyramids FC matching Orlando Pirates in Johannesburg—the stage is set for a dramatic finish on home soil. Al Ahly vs. Sundowns – Cairo International Stadium Marcel Koller's record-chasing Al Ahly will take the field at Cairo International Stadium determined to convert their strong defensive display in South Africa into a ticket to the final. Backed by a passionate home crowd, the Red Devils will aim to continue their dominance in African football and book their place in the final for the sixth time in eight seasons. Pyramids FC vs. Orlando Pirates – Air Defense Stadium At the Air Defense Stadium, Krunoslav Jurčić's Pyramids FC are on the brink of making club history. After a resilient performance away from home, they now have the opportunity to reach their first-ever CAF Champions League final. A win tonight would mark a new era for the club and place them alongside Al Ahly on the grandest stage in African club football. With everything to play for, Egyptian fans could be just 90 minutes away from witnessing an all-Egyptian CAF Champions League final for only the second time ever.
