Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Praises Gymnastics Development Efforts and Athlete Progress

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June 15, 2026
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15-June-2026

Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Praises Gymnastics Development Efforts and Athlete Progress

DOHA  – H.E. Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Al Thani, Director of the Sports Affairs Sector at the Qatar Olympic Committee, visited the training facility of the Qatar Gymnastics Federation as part of the Committee’s ongoing commitment to overseeing the preparation of Qatar’s national teams and supporting the continued development of the country’s sporting landscape.

Upon arrival, H.E. was received by Ms. Abeer Al Buainain, Secretary General of the Qatar Gymnastics Federation, Mr. Nasser Al Hamad, the Federation’s Technical Secretary, Ms. Samira Saeed, Girls’ National Team Administrator, members of the Federation’s Technical Committee, and the coaching staff of the boys’ and girls’ national teams.

During the visit, H.E. closely observed the national teams’ training sessions and was briefed on the Federation’s technical programmes, athlete development initiatives, and preparation plans designed to enhance performance levels ahead of upcoming regional and continental competitions.

Sheikh Khalifa bin Khalid Al Thani commended the high standards demonstrated by the athletes, expressing his admiration for the technical quality, dedication, and professionalism displayed throughout the training sessions. He also praised the outstanding efforts of the Qatar Gymnastics Federation’s technical and administrative teams in fostering excellence and strengthening the sport’s development pathway in Qatar.

The visit included discussions on the Federation’s strategic priorities, future objectives, and key requirements for the next phase of development. H.E. underscored the importance of sustained collaboration and coordination among all stakeholders to ensure an optimal training environment for Qatar’s national teams and to support the Federation’s ambitions for continued growth and success.

For its part, the Qatar Gymnastics Federation expressed its appreciation for the visit, describing it as a strong source of encouragement and motivation for athletes, coaches, and administrators alike. The Federation emphasized that the visit reflects the Qatar Olympic Committee’s unwavering commitment to supporting national federations and advancing the remarkable progress being achieved by gymnastics in the State of Qatar.