MUSCAT, MARCH 10
The Oman Paralympic Athletics team is set to compete today, Tuesday, in the Grand Prix Athletics Championship for Para Athletes, hosted in the Indian capital, New Delhi, from March 9 to 15. The championship features an elite lineup of the world's top para-athletes.
The Oman Paralympic Committee delegation arrived in New Delhi on Monday, comprising athletes Mohammed bin Jameel al Mushaikhi and Taha bin Abdullah al Harassi, alongside national coach Asaad al Qarni. The delegation is headed by Mohammed bin Abdullah al Hinai, Secretary-General of the Oman Paralympic Committee.
Mohammed al Mushaikhi will compete in the shot put and club throw competitions, while Taha al Harassi will participate in the 100-metre sprint and long jump competition.
Monday, the national team players underwent a training session under the supervision of coach Asaad al Qarni to acclimate to the championship environment and enhance their technical readiness.
Coach Asaad al Qarni emphasised that the team's preparations for the Grand Prix Championship followed a well-structured plan, involving intensive training phases to elevate the athletes' physical and technical levels. He explained that the preparations began some time ago, with the athletes undergoing an intensive training camp at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher. The camp included daily training sessions focused on refining performance in their respective events, in addition to specialised fitness programmes aimed at boosting endurance and physical strength to match the level of competition in the championship.
Al Qarni added, "We are aware that the Grand Prix Championship will witness fierce competition, given the participation of top para-athletes worldwide. This requires a high level of preparedness and both mental and physical readiness. Over the past period, we have worked on enhancing the athletes’ techniques in their respective events and simulating competition scenarios to ensure their full readiness."
He continued, "We have great confidence in our athletes, as they possess a strong sense of determination and challenge. Our goal is not just participation but to compete strongly for top positions and achieve a new milestone for Oman Paralympic sports."
The Oman Paralympic Committee aspires to achieve outstanding results and secure podium finishes following an intensive preparation period. The athletes are eager to deliver a strong performance that reflects the progress of Paralympic sports in the Sultanate of Oman, with high hopes of achieving a new accomplishment to add to Oman’s record in international competitions.
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