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Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa received a delegation from the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), led by FIBA Secretary-General Andreas Zagklis and FIBA Treasurer Ingo Weis, who is alsos German Basketball Federation Chairman. The meeting was also attended by Bahrain Olympic Committee Deputy President HH Shaikh Isa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Youth and Sports Affairs Minister Aymen bin Tawfiq Almoayyed and Bahrain Basketball Association (BBA) Chairman Walid Al Alawi. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa stressed the importance of cooperation with the International Basketball Federation, which contributes to supporting the BBA's efforts to upgrade the technical and administrative system and work side by side in order to implement plans, programs and initiatives that meet the needs of Bahraini basketball. He commended joint cooperation with FIBA, which contributed to implementing development programmes aimed to support basketball in Bahrain. He gave directives to BBA officials to benefit from FIBA programmes to support the national basketball team , which progressed tangibly at all levels. During the meeting, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa received a commemortative gift from FIBA delegation.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, thanked His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on issuing Decree-Law 42 of 2022, amending some provisions of Amiri Decree 5 of 1983 on amending Amiri Decree 2 of 1975 regarding the establishment of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sport. HH Shaikh Nasser said that the decree will contribute to the development of youth and sports fields in the Kingdom. He praised the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The Supreme Council for Youth & Sports thanked HM the King and HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for the government's support to youth and sports in the Kingdom. The decree promotes the Council's visions and policies that are drawn up by HH Shaikh Nasser to develop the youth and sports action in the country, and continue to reap the achievements in the golden age. The decree confirmed that the Council is concerned with drawing up the general policy of ministries, authorities and institutions related to youth and sports, especially those related to the development of youth and sports affairs. The decree also draws up the policy related to youth relations between Bahrain and other relevant international organizations and bodies, and its participation in International conferences. It also sets a policy for establishing private facilities in the youth and sports sectors and follows up on their implementation, all within the country’s general policy.more
HM the King’s Personal Representative, President of the Supreme Council for Environment, His Highness Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, welcomed HM the King’s Personal Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, upon arrival at the Al-Sakhir Airbase today. First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sport, General Sports Authority Chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee President, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, in addition to a number of senior officials and ministers, were also present. HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad welcomed HH Shaikh Nasser on his return, renewing his congratulations to him following the success of the Royal Endurance Team, under HH’s captaincy, in winning the title of the FEI World Endurance Championship for eight-year-old horses in Spain, outclassing 57 elite riders representing 20 countries in the 120km race. HM the King’s Personal Representative commended HH Shaikh Nasser’s achievement, wishing him continued success in bringing about more accomplishments for Bahraini sports, which enjoys the great support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the constant follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad stressed that the great victory reflects the high level and distinguished performance of the Bahraini endurance sport, noting that it adds to HH Shaikh Nasser’s rich record of successes, becoming a role model for Bahraini athletes. HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad added that HH Shaikh Nasser contributed to supporting and motivating Bahraini youth through integrated initiatives and programmes, supported by HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa.more
Representative of HM the King for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, won the FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Horses 120 kilometre race. Over 57 endurance riders representing 20 countries worldwide took part in the race which was held today in Spain. His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa followed up the race, during which HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa triumphed, outclassing rivals from Uruguay, the United Arab Emirates, Spain and other countries. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Royal Endurance Team Captain, was congratulated by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa immediately after triumphing in the race. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa dedicated his victory to HM the King, hailing royal care for equestrian sports in the Kingdom of Bahrain and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) First Deputy Chairman, General Sports Authority (GSA)Chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) President HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa also followed up the race.more
Al Rahawi, owned by HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa triumphed in the Saudi Crown Prince Camel Festival 2022. Al Rahawi shone in the festival, winning the second evening race in “Laqaya Qaadan” class, clocking 5 minutes and 57 seconds. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad hailed the new victory which confirmed the strategy set out for Bahrain camel sports in external competitions. He stressed his keenness to provide full support to the Bahraini camel sport in external competitions in order to continue writing success chapters and reaping more achievementsmore
His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa hailed Bahrain’s achievements in external camel races. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad also praised the records which were achieved by Bahraini participants in the Saudi Crown Prince Came Festival. He hailed the victories of “Enad” and “Lahum” triumphed in the Saudi Crown Prince Came Festival, winning the second and fourth races respectively. He attributed the achievements to the care of HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, stressing royal keenness on preserving deep-rooted Arab values and traditions and conserving sports heritage. He also praised the continued support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.more
His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Khalifa, has been crowned after triumphing in the World Endurance Championship in Šamorín, Slovakia. in Slovakia. HH Shaikh Nasser, Royal Endurance Team captain, received the cup after winning the 160-kilometre race, clocking 7 hours, 55 minutes and 42 seconds. Royal Endurance Team rider Jaffer Mirza received a cup for second place, while teammate Spanish jockey Rocio Esperanza Herrera finished third. Royal Endurance Team rider Uruguayan Cecilia finished fourth, followed by Raed Mahmoud, while HH Shaikh Isa bin Faisal bin Rashid Al-Khalifa came ninth. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad congratulated the Royal Endurance Team riders on their achievement, wishing them continued success.more
His Majesty the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Khalifa, triumphed in the World Endurance Championship in Šamorín, Slovakia. in Slovakia. HH Shaikh Nasser, Royal Endurance Team captain, won the 160-kilometre race, confirming his readiness to compete in the upcoming world championship in Italy. Riding his horse “Bullet”, Shaikh Nasser covered the distance of the race, clocking 7 hours, 55 minutes and 42 seconds, followed by Jaffer Mirza who rode Kalandria. Royal Team riders Cecilia and Raed Mahmoud finished fourth and fifth respectively. HH Shaikh Isa bin Faisal bin Rashid Al-Khalifa showed his potential, finishing the 160-kilometre race. The achievement reflects the care of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa for endurance sport in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with the support and follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The royal care has turned the endurance sport into an asset for promoting the Kingdom of Bahrain in overseas competitions in Europe, thus meeting one of the goals stipulated in the 203o Bahrain Economic Vision. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa dedicated the victory to HM the King, expressing sincere thanks and gratitude for the royal care which enabled Bahrain’s endurance sport to shine in European cham[ionships. “This victory confirms the readiness of the royal team to participate in the upcoming world championship…The vision has become clear to us after we achieved several positive results in the past period that confirm the team's readiness and high potential before the world championship”, he said. He congratulated second-placed Jaffer Mirza, wishing the royal team every success in the upcoming races. He expected the 120-kilometre race to be challenging, stressed the Royal Team riders to triumph and clinch the top spots on the podiummore
Royal Court and Special Office Chief Abdulla bin Ibrahim Al Romaihi congratulated Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Royal Endurance Team Captain, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, on winning the first place in the 160-km in the Montalcino international endurance championship that was held in Italy. He also extended congratulations to HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa on the victory of the Royal Team in the 120-km race, wishing HH more success in the forthcoming championships. He hailed the international achievements which he said, reflects His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s support to Bahraini sports, praising the keen follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. He hailed HH Shaikh Nasser’s efforts and contributions to positive results which will further develop sports in the Kingdom of Bahrain and enhance its standing on the world arena.more
Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Royal Endurance Team Captain, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, has today won the Montalcino international endurance championship. Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the High Authority of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club, member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sport, HH Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa attended the event. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa finished first in the 160-kilometre race to claim another major trophy and confirm the standing of Bahrain’s endurance sport. HH Shaikh Nasser said that the the royal team’s participation in the race achieved its goals in order to qualify in the upcoming world championship. “The first places achieved by the team in the 160 km and 120 km races confirm the team’s standing in The European sports arena”, he said. He praised the efforts and performane of the the jockeys throughout the races, hailing their keenness to achieve positive results in the Montalcino international endurance championship. HH Shaikh Nasser finished first in the 160 km race, which was held in six stages, clocking 9 hours, 6 minutes and 30 seconds on his horse “Falut”. Meanwhile, jockey Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa did not pass the veterinary examination after the conclusion of the sixth round. Royal Team jockey Muhammad Abdul Samad, won the 120 km race, clocking 6 hours, 10 minutes and 32 seconds, while the jockey Youssef Al-Jubouri came in second place, posting 6 hours, 10 minutes and 33 seconds. Third-placed Khalifa Jamal Al-Sindi covered the distance of the race in 7 hours and 29 minutes. Jockey Abdul Rahman Al-Khatri was able to successfully finish the 100 km race for juniors, while the jockey Muhammad Al-Ruwaii achieved fourth place in the 120 km race for juniors. The 120 km race witnessed the participation of the young jockey, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa. HH Shaikh Isa bin Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa expressed his thanks and gratitude to HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa for his support, extending congratulations to HH on winning first place in the championship and the victory of the Royal Team in the 160 and 120 km races.more
