RUNNER AL-RAMADHIN READY FOR DAKAR YOUTH OLYMPICS

Qusai Al-Ramadhin said he is looking forward to gaining valuable major event experience when he competes in the Youth Olympic Games, hosted by the Senegalese capital, Dakar, from October 31-November 13.
Al-Ramadhin will test himself against the best young middle-distance runners in the world when he runs in the 1500m, with his coach Atta Al-Balawi believing he can make Jordan proud.
The young runner said: “I think daily about my upcoming participation in the Youth Olympic Games as it represents as an important milestone in my sports career.
“I fully realise that I will compete against an elite group of the best young runners in the world, which gives me great motivation to deliver my best.”
Al-Balawi said that the Youth Olympic Games constitute an important milestone in Al-Ramadhin’s career, exposing him to top level competition.
He said: “Our aim is to make the most of this opportunity, both in gaining valuable international experience and improving the athlete’s technical and physical abilities.
“Competing against some of the world’s best young runners will provide an important benchmark, helping us assess his performance and identify areas for further development.”
Al-Balawi added that competing at this level would also help build the athlete’s confidence and character, providing valuable experience to support his long-term development and preparations for future competitions.
The men’s 1500m race is scheduled for November 9 at the Iba Mar Diop Stadium in Dakar, Senegal.