Kuwait shooter Olympic bronze medal win praised by minister

By Faisal Al-Khmaili KUWAIT, July 26 (KUNA) -- A Kuwaiti men's skeet shooter's performance, which won him a bronze medal at the ongoing Tokyo Olympics, was hailed by a minister on Monday, who described the feat as remarkable.
"Abdullah Al-Rashidi's success proves the high caliber of Kuwaiti athletes on the international stage, "Information Minister and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi told KUNA.
The minister attributed his compatriot athletes' impressive performances to the overwhelming support they receive at home, chief among the supporters is His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.
The bronze medal, the fourth claimed by a Kuwaiti shooter on an Olympic stage, is a testament to the athletes' growing presence on the international arena, added the minister, encouraging them not to rest on their laurels and strive for more success. (end) fr.nam