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Kuwaiti shooting sport excels due to His Highness Amir support - KSSF

President of Kuwait Shooting Sport Federation (KSSF) Duaij Al-Otaibi
President of Kuwait Shooting Sport Federation (KSSF) Duaij Al-Otaibi
KUWAIT, Jan 19 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's sponsorship of Kuwaiti shooting sport has led the sport to excel significantly in the country, a senior official affirmed Friday.
His Highness the Amir's support has also enabled Kuwaiti shooters to attain notable achievements on regional and international levels, President of Kuwait Shooting Sport Federation (KSSF) Duaij Al-Otaibi said in a press statement Friday.
Al-Otaibi made his remarks on the sidelines of His Highness the Amir's International Shooting Grand Prix, which concluded on Thursday.
Kuwait topped the rankings with a total 10 medals, including seven gold, two silver and one bronze, with Oman trailing with one gold and one silver medal in the six-day tournament, which witnessed the participation of 320 men and women shooters from 39 nations.
Such a major accomplishment by Kuwaiti shooters would not have been possible without His Highness the Amir's support, Al-Otaibi said, extending his sincere gratitude to His Highness the Amir's continued generous support of Kuwaiti athletes.
Meanwhile, Al-Otaibi noted the event has contributed in fostering administrative and technical skills of Kuwaiti young volunteers, hailing the support granted by the Public Authority for Sport (PAS) in making the event successful.
He also valued the Minister of Commerce and Industry and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Khaled Al-Roudhan's continued support of KSSF.
Furthermore, Al-Otaibi thanked all 39 participating countries for their effective presence at the event, which contributed in boosting the competitions. (end) fsa.ma