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Athletics Leads the List of Participants in the “School Games”

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Athletics, known as the “mother of all games,” tops the sports list in the International School Games (Bahrain 2024) with 518 participants, including 285 male and 233 female athletes. Swimming follows with 401 athletes, consisting of 184 boys and 138 girls.

The Kingdom of Bahrain is gearing up to host the largest tournament in the history of international school sports, taking place from October 23 to 31. The event will bring together a total of 3674 athletes, with 1542 girls and 2172 boys competing across 26 different sports.

The event showcases a wide variety of sports, reflecting the athletes’ passion for competition. The participation in each sport includes 90 players in shooting (42 girls and 48 boys) and 133 players in badminton (66 girls and 67 boys). Basketball 3×3 will have 239 players (87 girls and 152 boys).

In beach volleyball, 113 players (39 girls and 74 boys) are competing, while 204 players (43 girls and 161 boys) will compete in boxing. Chess will feature 117 players (46 girls and 71 boys), and sports dance will include 39 athletes (22 girls and 17 boys).

Fencing has 101 participants (52 girls and 49 boys), aerial gymnastics includes 39 athletes (34 girls and 5 boys), and artistic gymnastics will have 88 athletes (51 girls and 37 boys). Rhythmic gymnastics will see 80 competitors (40 girls and 40 boys), and handball will involve 189 athletes (79 girls and 110 boys).

Judo will see 166 participants (55 girls and 111 boys), karate 199 athletes (86 girls and 113 boys), orienteering 36 players (20 girls and 16 boys), and padel 47 participants (10 girls and 37 boys).

For athletes with special needs, athletics will have 43 participants (16 girls and 27 boys), badminton 5 players (1 girl and 4 boys), judo 16 participants (6 girls and 10 boys), and swimming 33 athletes (9 girls and 24 boys). Table tennis will feature 137 participants (47 girls and 90 boys), taekwondo 322 athletes (138 girls and 184 boys), tennis 93 participants (37 girls and 56 boys), and wrestling will have 279 athletes (89 girls and 190 boys).

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Farewell, Young Champions!

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Farewell, Young Champions!

As the curtains close on the ISF Gymnasiade Bahrain 2024, a symphony of emotions fills the air – the thrill of victory, the grace of sportsmanship, and the warmth of international friendships forged in the fiery crucible of competition.

To all the incredible athletes who graced our arenas, a resounding congratulations to the champions! Your dedication and talent shone brighter than the desert sun, and your victories inspire us all.

And to those who may not have reached the podium this time, remember – your spirit is the true gold medal. You fought hard, pushed your limits, and embraced healthy competition. Carry that determination with you as you continue your athletic journeys.

We at Bahrain are immensely proud to have been your host. We hope your stay was brimming with comfort, and that you discovered not just sporting triumphs, but also a glimpse into our rich culture and welcoming spirit.

This is not a goodbye, but a “see you soon!” Bahrain is now your second home. Come visit us again and share the magic of this place with your friends and family. Capture the memories of your journey – from your sportsmanship and results to the souvenirs and special moments that made this event unforgettable.

Relive the moments and view photos from the games here.
We hope they serve as reminders of your achievements, friendships, and unforgettable experiences in Bahrain.

The world needs your talent, your passion, and your unwavering spirit. Go forth, young pioneers, and conquer the future! We’ll be here, cheering you on every step of the way.

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