JOC MEETS DELEGATION FOR DAKAR 2026 YOUTH OLYMPICS

Some of Jordan’s most promising sports starlets are readying themselves for the 4th Youth Olympic Games, to be hosted by the Senegalese capital, Dakar, from October 31-November 13.
Jordan will be represented by 13 athletes in the eight sports of Taekwondo, Boxing, Swimming, Beach Wrestling, Athletics, Fencing, Triathlon and Judo, the largest delegation that the Kingdom has ever sent to the Games.
Jordan Olympic Committee Secretary General Rana Al-Saeed delivered a rallying call for the youngsters during a briefing session at the headquarters where urged them to do their best to reflect an honorable image of Jordanian sports at this Olympic showpiece.
Head Delegation, Dr. Laith Khairy, reviewed the key administrative and organisational instructions related to participation, travel and accommodation, emphasising the importance of adherence to instructions and cooperation among all delegation members to guarantee the best conditions for during their participation.
The meeting also included a review of medical instructions, alongside anti-doping awareness, mental preparation and stressing the importance of adhering to regulations to ensure competitive integrity and athlete safety.
Jordan has participated in all three previous editions of the Youth Olympic Games, winning three medals, comprising one silver medal and two bronze - all in Taekwondo.
The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games are expected to feature over 2,700 athletes competing across 25 sports in the first Olympic event ever hosted on the African continent.