Abu dhabi: The UAE modern sailing team (Optimist Class) secured ninth place globally at the International Golden Cup in Riva del Garda, Italy.
According to Emirates News Agency, sailors Hamad Al Muhairi, Khalifa Al Rumaithi, Zayed Al Hosani, Karolina Bajak, and John Hervey drove the team's strong performance. This result reinforces the ongoing success of the UAE Sports Talent Care Committee and the Ministry of Sports, following the inclusion of five national team sailors into the talent program last June.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation, praised the team's achievement and technical readiness. He also commended the continuous support of Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum, Assistant Undersecretary for the Sports Development and Competitiveness Sector, whose national talent initiatives have fostered athletic development and competitive results.