The Egyptian kickboxing team returned to Egypt without 15-year-old Mohamed Abdel Fattah, who went missing in Italy after the World Kickboxing Championship. Abdel Fattah had asked to use the restroom during the final match but never returned to his team. The Egyptian Kickboxing Federation reported the incident and started searching for him. The team had just finished a successful tournament, winning eight medals.
According to the Egyptian Kickboxing Federation, Abdel Fattah was with the team during the final match, watching his teammate Basma Araby compete. He asked to use the restroom and was not seen again. The team and federation began searching for him and contacted the Egyptian authorities. A report was filed at the Egyptian embassy in Italy to document Abdel Fattah's disappearance.
The Egyptian Kickboxing Federation took immediate action, notifying the relevant authorities and taking necessary legal measures to track Abdel Fattah's whereabouts. The team's head, Mohamed Sabih, kept Abdel Fattah's passport and clothes, and the federation continued to monitor the situation. The incident raised concerns about the safety of young athletes traveling abroad.
Despite the concerns surrounding Abdel Fattah's disappearance, the Egyptian kickboxing team achieved a historic success in the World Kickboxing Championship, winning eight medals, including six silver and two bronze medals. The team's performance was praised by Mohamed Sabih, who emphasized that the achievement should not be overshadowed by Abdel Fattah's disappearance.
Mohamed Sabih expressed his disappointment and concern about Abdel Fattah's disappearance, stating that it was a sad incident. Sabih mentioned that many young athletes work hard to represent Egypt in international competitions, and Abdel Fattah's actions were unexpected. He also warned that some young people might be influenced by the idea that traveling abroad could lead to a better life.
Sabih speculated that Abdel Fattah might have been influenced by someone close to him, given that he comes from a simple family and does not speak the local language. The federation and authorities continue to investigate Abdel Fattah's disappearance and search for him. According to Sabih, there is no indication that Abdel Fattah has been harmed.
The incident highlights the challenges and risks faced by young athletes traveling abroad for competitions. The Egyptian Kickboxing Federation and authorities are working together to locate Abdel Fattah and ensure his safe return. The team's achievement in the World Kickboxing Championship will be celebrated, but the focus remains on finding Abdel Fattah and resolving the situation.
Key points
- The Egyptian Kickboxing Federation is working with authorities to locate 15-year-old Mohamed Abdel Fattah.
