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The national Paralympic weightlifting team has begun its training in the Japanese city of Nagoya, in preparation for competing in the Asian Para Games - Nagoya 2026, which will be held from October 18-24.
The national team is participating in the games with 7 male and female athletes: Abdelkareem Khattab, Omar Qarada, Mohammad Tarbash, Mohammad Al-Radaideh, Jamil Al-Shibli, Tharwat Al-Hajjaj, and Asmaa Issa, under the supervision of technical director Issa Hilal and coach Ahmad Abu Al-Rub.
Hilal said: "We began our training today in Nagoya with high morale and a positive spirit, as we sensed great determination from the athletes to give their best during the competitions. We are working on completing the technical and physical preparations, focusing on the details that will enhance their readiness before the weightlifting competitions begin on October 19."
He added: "We trust the abilities of our athletes and the experience and potential they possess that qualify them to compete strongly. We look forward to achieving positive results that befit the reputation of Jordanian Paralympic weightlifting and continuing the journey of achievements that Jordanian sports have attained in Asian and international forums."
The national team looks forward to achieving distinguished results in this Asian participation and continuing the Jordanian journey of achievements in the sport of Paralympic weightlifting, reflecting the advanced level reached by the athletes and the efforts made to prepare and empower them to compete for medals.
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