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(With photos)
KUWAIT, Feb 20 (KUNA) -- A five-day Gulf Cooperation Council Men's
Gymnastics Championships kicked off here on Monday, under the patronage of
President of the Olympic Council of Asia Sheikh Ahmad Fahad Al-Sabah and with
participation by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE, and the host nation,
Kuwait.
The representative of Sheikh Ahmad, Sheikh Mishal Talal Fahad Al-Sabah said
in a speech, in the opening ceremony at Al-Arabi club that such championship
will witness fierce competitions in all categories due to the tremendous
developments in all levels by the players of the sport.
"Such sport events will bolster brotherly relations and friendship among
GCC youths, I wish the best to all participating players, and I hope the
championship succeed," Sheikh Mishal said.
Sheikh Mishal praised the Organizing GCC committee and Kuwait's Gymnastic
Federation for their efforts and work in the administrative and technical
fields.
For his part, the President of the Organizing Committee for Gymnastics Dr.
Ali Al-Jafri said that the championship is being held for the 10th time, and
had its role in bringing up new talents through Arab, Asia, and international
sport tournaments.
Attending national teams are allowed 24 gymnasts each. (end)
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