Moroccan athletes had a remarkable showing at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament in Dubai, dominating various road race categories. Yasser El Chachaoui and Rokaya Moukaim excelled in the 10k races, while victories in the 5k races were marked by Amine Souida for men and Emilia Mangilinane for women. The event gathered 4,300 runners, showcasing its international significance.
The 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament in Dubai witnessed outstanding performances by Moroccan athletes across various road race categories. In the men’s 10-kilometer race, Yasser El Chachaoui from Morocco triumphed with a remarkable time of 27 minutes and 21 seconds, alongside compatriots Mohamed Aït Mamas and Ismail El Kharchi, who together completed a podium sweep.
In the women’s section of the 10-kilometer event, Rokaya Moukaim also excelled, finishing with a commendable time of 34 minutes and 37 seconds. The remarkable show of talent from Moroccan athletes continued in the 5-kilometer races, where Amine Souida claimed victory for the men with a time of 14 minutes and 45 seconds, outpacing Emirati competitor Hamid Al Moualla, who finished in 15 minutes and 41 seconds.
In the women’s 5k race, Polish athlete Emilia Mangilinane clinched first place with a time of 22 minutes and 11 seconds, while Emirati Hessa Al Jassmi followed, completing the course in 23 minutes and 48 seconds. The senior and residents category for the 5 km saw French participants shine—Jean-Claude Haramburi won the men’s division in 16 minutes and 58 seconds, with Latifa Saroukh taking the women’s race in 25 minutes and 33 seconds.
Held at the Meydan Racecourse, the tournament drew approximately 4,300 runners from numerous nations, reflecting its expanding international significance. This event showcases both global athletic talent and the development of local athletes in Dubai, reinforcing the tournament’s esteemed status in the sporting calendar.
Moroccan athletes demonstrated exceptional prowess at the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament in Dubai, achieving significant victories across both men’s and women’s categories in the road races. Their performances highlighted Morocco’s strength in athletics, while the event itself continues to grow as a prestigious international sporting occasion, attracting participants from diverse backgrounds.
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