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Kuwait Airways sponsors sixth Arab Veterans Tennis Championship in Egypt
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Kuwait Airways sponsors sixth Arab Veterans Tennis Championship in Egypt

From Arab Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The sixth Arab Veterans Tennis Championship is underway in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, sponsored by Kuwait Airways.
  • The tournament features 60 players from 11 Arab nations, fostering regional sportsmanship and competition.
  • Organizers emphasize commitment to developing various tennis competitions and express gratitude for sponsorship and hosting.

The sixth Arab Veterans Tennis Championship has officially commenced in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, drawing 60 players from 11 Arab nations. Organized by the Arab Tennis Federation, headed by Sheikh Ahmed Al-Jaber, in cooperation with the Egyptian Tennis Federation and under the sponsorship of Kuwait Airways, the event highlights the growing appeal of veterans' tennis across the region.

The championship is an important sporting and social gathering that reinforces the spirit of friendship and competition among Arab tennis players.

โ€” Ali Al-MutairiDescribing the significance of the Arab Veterans Tennis Championship.

Ali Al-Mutairi, Secretary-General of the Arab Tennis Federation, expressed satisfaction with the strong turnout, describing the championship as a significant sporting and social gathering that strengthens camaraderie among Arab tennis players. During the tournament's draw ceremony, Al-Mutairi underscored the federation's dedication to veteran competitions, recognizing their considerable sporting and social value. He commended the Egyptian Tennis Federation for its thorough preparations and organization, anticipating a successful event both technically and operationally.

Al-Mutairi also affirmed the federation's resolve to maintain its competition schedule despite regional challenges, noting that the high player participation reflects the trust and collaboration among member federations and participants. He reiterated the Arab Tennis Federation's commitment to advancing all its events, including those for veterans, age groups, and elite players. Appreciation was extended to Kuwait Airways for its sponsorship and to the Egyptian Tennis Federation for hosting and managing the championship.

The federation's determination to maintain its competition calendar despite regional challenges, adding that the strong turnout of players reflects the trust and cooperation shared among member federations and participants.

โ€” Ali Al-MutairiCommenting on the federation's commitment and player participation.

Walid Sami, Secretary-General of both the Arab and Egyptian Tennis Federations, welcomed the participating delegations. He stated that Egypt's hosting of the championship signifies the confidence placed in it by the Arab tennis community. Sami assured that all arrangements have been finalized to the highest standards, ensuring a successful and memorable tournament for all involved.

Egypt's hosting of the championship demonstrates the confidence it enjoys within the Arab tennis family.

โ€” Walid SamiWelcoming participants and highlighting Egypt's role in hosting the event.
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Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.