The UAE swimming team achieved a dominant victory at the Gulf Swimming Championship held in Abu Dhabi. The team clinched 79 medals, including 42 gold, 25 silver, and 12 bronze, securing the overall championship title. This success was particularly highlighted by the performance of the junior swimmers, who won 28 out of 40 women's medals. According to Abdullah Al Wahibi, head of the organizing committee, these results represent a 'milestone' in the history of women's swimming in the country and prove the existence of a national project for developing the sport. He emphasized that medals from the junior category are not just numbers, but an indicator of a new, powerful generation emerging. Among the standout athletes is 10-year-old Aisha Khoury, who won six gold medals, as well as Yara Al Mahiri, whose strong results reflect the significant progress she has made over the past two years. These athletes, along with other young talents like Sara Al Suwaidi, Shama Al Amiri, and Yazea Al Zaabi, form the core of the future national team. Their performance has opened a new era in the development of women's swimming in the UAE, building a solid foundation for future regional and international success. Aisha Khoury expressed her happiness with the experience and said she is proud to represent the UAE. Yara Al Mahiri also described her participation as a 'significant milestone' in her athletic journey, noting that her development is the result of hard work and professional support. These victories were made possible by the support of sports leadership, clubs, and families, and it is expected that this group of athletes will form the nucleus of the national team in the coming years.
