Moroccan athletes excelled at the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament in Dubai, triumphing in several road race categories. Yasser El Chachaoui won the men’s 10-kilometer race, while Rokaya Moukaim topped the women’s category. Amine Souida and Emilia Mangilinane won the men’s and women’s 5-kilometer events, respectively. The event, with 4,300 runners, reflects Dubai’s rising sports prominence.
Moroccan athletes achieved remarkable success in the road races held at the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament in Dubai. During the men’s 10-kilometer race, Yasser El Chachaoui led the field, finishing in 27 minutes and 21 seconds, followed closely by compatriots Mohamed Aït Mamas and Ismail El Kharchi, thereby securing a podium sweep for Morocco.
In the women’s race, Rokaya Moukaim demonstrated her speed and skill, clinching first place with a time of 34 minutes and 37 seconds. Additionally, Moroccan competitors excelled in the 5-kilometer races; Amine Souida took the men’s title in 14 minutes and 45 seconds, ahead of Emirati runner Hamid Al Moualla, who finished in 15 minutes and 41 seconds.
The women’s 5-kilometer race saw Polish athlete Emilia Mangilinane finish first with a time of 22 minutes and 11 seconds, while Emirati Hessa Al Jassmi led the Emirati women in 23 minutes and 48 seconds. In the seniors and residents category for the 5km race, French runners performed admirably, with Jean-Claude Haramburi topping the men’s event in 16 minutes and 58 seconds, and Latifa Saroukh winning the women’s race in 25 minutes and 33 seconds.
Hosted at the Meydan Racecourse, the tournament attracted 4,300 participants from diverse nationalities, showcasing its expanding international reputation. The continued growth of this event highlights both international athletic talent and the development of local sports capabilities in Dubai.
In summary, the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament in Dubai highlighted the exceptional performances of Moroccan athletes, who dominated the podiums in both men’s and women’s categories. The event not only showcased international talent but also reinforced Dubai’s position as a significant venue for sports competitions. The participation of 4,300 runners underlines the growing appeal of this prestigious tournament.
Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com
