UAE sailor wins European Sailing Championship gold

Monday, 2 September 2024 06:12

By ARN News Staff

Olympic sailor, Adil Khalid, from Al Hamriyah Club, won gold in the ILCA6 category at the European Open Championship, hosted in Germany from 29 August to 1 September.

Humaid Al Shamsi, Chairman of Al Hamriyah Club, commended Adil Khalid on his ongoing success in overseas events. This victory comes just ten days after Khalid won two medals at the Swedish Championship, one gold and one bronze.

Khalid expressed his delight at winning the gold award, as well as his pride in raising the UAE flag in Europe. The club captain, along with those in administration and technology, received praise for their cooperation and support.

Captain Najib Basha, the modern sailing coach at Al Hamriyah Club, stated that Adil Khalid's gold medal demonstrates his hard work and dedication to training.

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