Tunisia's national weightlifting team will participate in the African Youth and Junior Championships, set to take place in Mostaganem, Algeria, from October 5 to 13. The team, consisting of 17 athletes, will compete in various categories. According to Lotfi Balrabah, head of the national technical department of the Tunisian Weightlifting Federation, some athletes will compete in both youth and junior categories, while others will participate in only one.
The team includes several notable athletes who will compete in multiple categories. Yahia Elayeb, Hussein Dridi, and Youssef Kraimi will participate in both youth and junior competitions. In the junior category, athletes such as Idris Al-Warthi, Farouk Ben Hamida, and Ahmed Salem will represent Tunisia. The team's coaches, including national trainers Mohamed Hadi Elbay, Kamal Elnaoui, Majid Ben Amara, and Kais Elayadi, will oversee the team's performance.
The female team will also have a strong presence, with athletes such as Khoula Elmajri, Yasmine Eradhwani, and Takwa Al-Touati competing in both youth and junior categories. Others, like Aya Ghali and Shimaa Tlili, will only participate in the youth category. Additionally, Israa El-Bajawi, Wafa El-Jmili, and Zainab El-Nawi will compete in the junior category.
The Tunisian team's participation in the championships is seen as an opportunity to showcase their skills and gain experience. The team's coaches and athletes have been preparing for the event, and their hard work will be put to the test in Algeria. The championships will feature athletes from various African countries, providing a platform for them to compete and learn from each other.
The African Youth and Junior Championships will take place over nine days, with athletes competing in different weight categories. The event aims to promote weightlifting among young athletes and provide a stepping stone for them to progress to higher-level competitions. Tunisia's participation in the event is expected to be competitive, with athletes vying for medals and recognition.
The team's preparation and participation in the championships are part of Tunisia's efforts to develop its weightlifting program. The country has a rich sporting history and has produced talented athletes in various disciplines. The weightlifting team's performance in Algeria will be closely watched, and their results will provide insight into the country's progress in the sport.
The African Youth and Junior Championships will conclude on October 13, with the Tunisian team expected to return home with a medal haul. The team's performance will be a testament to their hard work and dedication, and their experience will serve as a valuable learning opportunity for future competitions.
Key points
- Tunisia's national weightlifting team will participate in the African Youth and Junior Championships in Algeria with 17 athletes.
- The team will compete in various categories, with some athletes participating in both youth and junior competitions.
- The championships aim to promote weightlifting among young athletes and provide a platform for them to gain experience and compete at a higher level.
