FENCER BEGINS CAMPAIGN AT YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES

Jordanian fencer Céline Abu Obaid will begin her campaign at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, on Sunday, competing in the women’s foil event.
The draw for the preliminary round took place on Saturday, placing Abu Obaid in a group alongside opponents from Senegal, Austria, Morocco, Egypt and Australia.
Abu Obaid arrived in the Senegalese capital on Wednesday and has been completing daily training sessions in preparation for the competition.
She will be aiming to make a strong start as she represents Jordan in the fourth edition of the Youth Olympic Games.