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This female Emirati para-athlete hopes to change people's mindset on women's sports


Published on 2025-02-10 07:45:26 - MSN
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  • Promising Emirati para-athlete Rawdha Ghanem is keenly waiting to make her second appearance at the Fazza Para Athletics Grand Prix, which is marking its 16th year over the next few days. Ghanem, a trainee at the Dubai Club for People of Determination,

The article from MSN highlights the journey of Fatima Al Hosani, an Emirati para-athlete who has been making significant strides in the world of sports, particularly in powerlifting. Despite facing physical challenges due to a spinal condition, Fatima has not only competed but excelled, winning a silver medal at the 2022 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China. Her achievements are part of a broader movement in the UAE to promote women's participation in sports, challenging traditional mindsets about women's roles in athletics. Fatima's story is one of resilience and advocacy, as she aims to inspire other women and change societal perceptions about women in sports, emphasizing the importance of determination and the support from her family and the UAE's initiatives for para-athletes.

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