The Egyptian rowing team made a remarkable achievement in the African championships held in Tunisia, winning 5 gold medals despite participating with a limited number of players. According to Lieutenant General Sherif El-Qamati, the head of the Egyptian and Arab Rowing Federation, the team's success is a result of the federation's strategy of focusing on quality over quantity when selecting participants. The team was evaluated prior to the competition in coordination with the coaches.
The Egyptian team participated with only 6 players, including 2 in the open category, 2 young women, and 2 young men. All participants succeeded in winning gold medals, and the team's overall participation resulted in 5 gold medals, 2 silver medals, and 1 bronze medal. El-Qamati made these statements during an interview on the program "This Morning" broadcast on the "Extra News" channel.
El-Qamati emphasized that the policy of qualitative participation represents an incentive for players to make the most effort. He explained that the standard for participation in African championships is to achieve gold, while standards vary according to the nature of each championship. The presence of more than one player competing for the same seat on the boat creates a state of competition and continuity among the players.
The head of the Rowing Federation indicated that the federation is working to integrate young players with senior players to ensure communication between generations and continuity of success. He pointed to Abdel Khalek Banna, who won two gold medals in the African championship, as a model for younger players. El-Qamati stressed the need to benefit from his experience and work to prepare a player to succeed him in the future.
The success of the Egyptian rowing team in the African championships is a testament to the federation's efforts to develop the sport in Egypt. The team's achievement, despite the limited number of participants, demonstrates the potential of Egyptian rowing and the ability of its players to compete at the highest levels.
El-Qamati's statements highlight the federation's focus on developing a new generation of rowing champions. The integration of young players with senior players is a key part of this strategy, ensuring continuity and success in the sport. The federation's efforts aim to create a competitive and sustainable environment for rowing in Egypt.
The Egyptian rowing team's achievement in the African championships is an encouraging sign for the future of the sport in Egypt. With a focus on quality over quantity and a strategy to develop a new generation of champions, the team is poised for continued success in future competitions.
Key points
- Egypt's rowing team wins 5 gold medals in African championships with limited participants.
- The team participated with only 6 players and achieved 5 gold medals, 2 silver medals, and 1 bronze medal.
- The Rowing Federation is working to integrate young players with senior players to ensure continuity and success in the sport.
