KHATTAB CLAIMS POWERLIFTING GOLD IN MEXICO

Abdelkareem Khattab has won gold in the -97kg weight category at the Mexico Open Paralympic Powerlifting Championship, held in Mexico City.
Khattab lifted 225kg in his first attempt, before lifting 240kg in his second, confirming his domination in the tournament which features a wide international participation.
Khattab’s participation comes as the national team steps up preparations for the qualification pathway to the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, leveraging international competitions to enhance technical and physical readiness.
Jamil Elshebli is also competing in the +107kg weight, while the delegation includes head coach and head of delegation, Issa Hilal, and therapist Mohammad Al-Dabbas.