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Emirati fencer wins first ever gold medal

Tuesday, 24 December 2019 10:21

Emirati Fencer Noura Al Breiki wins a gold medal at the Arab Fencing Championship in Kuwait.

The 18-year-old Bani Yas competitor is the first Emirati fencer to win a gold medal in the adult competition in the Arab region.

Noura thanked the Fatima bint Mubarak Women Sports Academy for their support and her home club Bani Yas Club for the training and preparations.

After her win she said: "Our confidence in our competitors is unlimited, and their results are constantly proving that we are on the right path".

Noura Al Breiki dedicated her achievement to H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation.

Noura also and thanked her for supporting Emirati women in all areas, including sports.

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