Bahrain Handball Team (1) earned the silver medal, placing second in the handball competition after a spirited final match against France, held on Wednesday evening at the Bahrain Handball Federation Hall in the Umm Al Hassam Halls Complex.

The match concluded with a 29-21 victory for the French team, witnessed by an enthusiastic crowd that supported the Bahraini team throughout. The closely contested first half ended with France leading by just two goals, at 10-8.

Despite Bahrain’s impressive performance, France managed to assert control in the second half, securing the gold medal. Bahrain’s team, however, received widespread appreciation for their outstanding display and their journey to the final, competing fiercely against one of the tournament’s top teams.

In the third-place match, Saudi Arabia claimed the bronze, dominating Bulgaria with a decisive 47-29 win. The Saudi team showcased consistent control and a powerful performance throughout both halves.

In the girls’ competition, Romania triumphed over France with a narrow 26-25 victory in a match marked by intense competition until the final moments, securing the gold. Ukraine took third place with a 24-14 win over Iran, adding a strong finish to the girls’ events.

Additionally, Bahrain Team (2) achieved fifth place overall, following a well-earned 35-27 victory over the Boys team, highlighting the growth of school handball in Bahrain and the promise of its young athletes.