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Qatar’s para-athletics team is set to make a high-impact appearance at the upcoming World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, India, running from September 26 to October 5, 2025. Considered the largest-ever para-sport gathering hosted in India, the event is expected to attract over 1,000 elite athletes from more than 100 countries, offering a stage for inspiring stories of competition, determination, and global camaraderie.
Key Highlights: Qatar’s Delegation and Star Athletes
The Qatari team comprises notable athletes such as Abderrahman Abdelkader, Mohammed Al Kubaisi, Ali Arshid, and Sarah Masoud, who will compete in shot put and wheelchair racing events.
Led by board member Mohammed Dahim Al Dosari, the delegation’s preparation included a closed training camp in Poland during August, focused on intensive skill development and strategic planning ahead of this premier global contest.
Abdelkader and Masoud are especially notable for their previous medal-winning performances at the Paralympic Games, while Al Kubaisi and Arshid have achieved success at the Asian and Arab sporting levels.
World Para Athletics Championships: A Historic Event in India
Hosted in New Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, this championship marks the 12th edition and is the first time India welcomes athletes at this scale for para-athletics.
The competition encompasses over 160 track and field events, across disciplines including sprinting, throws, jumps, and wheelchair racing.
Special medal designs unveiled for 2025 feature motifs inspired by Indian art and para-athletic icons, reflecting a deep commitment to cultural pride and inclusivity.
Athlete Preparation and Aspirations
The Qatari athletes underwent intense preparation, focusing on technique, resilience, and goals for podium finishes.
The team sees this championship as both a competitive challenge and a vital stepping stone toward the Paris 2028 Paralympic Games.
Board member Al Dosari highlights the dual aim: achieve best possible results and further develop wheelchair racing skills for future international competitions.
Global Significance and Community Impact
The event brings together medalists from recent Olympic and world events, fostering a truly global community of para-athletes.
India’s organizing committee has emphasized accessibility, hospitality, and empowerment, aiming to set new standards for para-sport hosting and inspire positive social change.
Qatar’s participation amplifies the nation’s commitment to athletic excellence, inclusion, and international sporting spirit.
Looking Forward: Opportunities Beyond Medals
Participation will offer Qatari athletes exposure to innovative sports technology, international coaching networks, and cross-cultural learning.
Qatar hopes to build on its reputation as a rising force in para-sport, setting an example for aspiring athletes and supporting broader conversations around disability and representation.
Conclusion
As the world turns its attention to New Delhi’s World Para Athletics Championships, the Qatar para-athletics team steps onto a celebrated stage for both competition and advocacy. With medal hopes and eyes on future Paralympic glory, Qatar’s athletes embody resilience, inclusivity, and a spirit of sportsmanship that transcends borders—making this not only a sporting event, but a global celebration of talent and determination.
Sources: The Peninsula Qatar, Paralympic.org, RevSportz, India Today
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