Sana'a: National table tennis player Taha Al-Mahaqri has won the presidency of the Athletes' Committee of the Yemeni Olympic Committee for the fifth term (2025-2028). Al-Mahaqri's victory came after he defeated the other candidate for the presidency, judo player Hisham Makabir, in the elections held yesterday evening at the Olympic Committee headquarters in Sana'a.
According to Yemen News Agency, Al-Mahaqri's election marks his continued leadership within the Yemeni Olympic Committee, ensuring stability and a focus on sports development in the region. The election process was closely contested, highlighting the competitive spirit among the candidates and their supporters.
Al-Mahaqri's experience as a national table tennis player is expected to bring valuable insights into the role, potentially affecting future initiatives and strategies within the committee. His presidency is anticipated to influence the committee's direction over the next few years, with an emphasis on enhancing the performance and recognition of Yemeni athletes on international platforms.