In a new sporting achievement reflecting the significant development of sports in Saudi Arabia, Al-Qadisiyah Club won first place in the Eastern Province Boxing Championship for the "Elite Men's and Women's" category, which concluded its exciting competitions today in Al-Khobar. This victory confirms the club's dominance in local competitions across various sports, reinforcing its position as one of the leading Saudi clubs supporting individual sports.
Details of the achievement and medal record
Al-Qadisiyah's path to gold was not easy; it was the fruit of intensive efforts and rigorous training undertaken by the team's players. These efforts resulted in a rich haul of 13 medals across various weight categories, with the club's champions dominating the podium in different weight classes. The five gold medalists were:
- Naseem Al-Qadi (weight 65 kg)
- Naif Al-Mawlid (weight 70 kg)
- Turki Al-Shaiban (weight 75 kg)
- Aya Boukbira (weight 75 kg)
- Ahmed Al-Saif (weight 90 kg)
While champion Abdulaziz Al-Ahdal the silver medal, the team added 7 bronze medals to its tally through Fahd Al-Nassar, Muhammad Al-Zaki, Zain Bukhari, Muath Al-Yateem, Sarah Al-Saqr, Maram Al-Nasser, and Manar Abu Tili in the super heavyweight category, reflecting the depth of the lineup and the strength of the substitutes and young talents in the club.
Administrative praise and organized institutional work
Commenting on the victory, Amjad Al-Abbas, the manager of the Al-Qadisiyah boxing team, expressed his pride in the achievement, emphasizing that it was not a coincidence but rather the result of organized teamwork and a clear strategy. Al-Abbas said, "I congratulate all the Al-Qadisiyah champions on this well-deserved achievement, and I extend my sincere thanks to the club's management and the various sports departments for their continuous support and constant commitment to creating the right environment for success." He also thanked coach Abdul-Khaliq Mukafih for his professional work, which was reflected in the players' performance in the ring.
The context of the sporting transformation in Al-Qadisiyah
This victory takes on special significance given the historic transition Al-Qadisiyah Club is undergoing following its acquisition by Saudi Aramco. This investment has directly contributed to raising the quality of training and increasing attention to other sports (besides football), making the club a model for implementing the Ministry of Sports' strategies to develop the sports sector.
This achievement also highlights the remarkable progress in Saudi women's sports, with Al-Qadisiyah players securing a significant share of medals (gold and bronze), aligning with the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to empower women in sports and increase the percentage of sports participants in society. This success serves as a strong motivator for Al-Qadisiyah's champions to compete fiercely in the upcoming Saudi Games and regional championships.
