Egyptian sprinter Bassant Hamida has once again proven her prowess on the international stage, setting a new national record in the women’s 400 meters at the prestigious Golden Tour of the World Athletics Forums in Gaborone, Botswana. Competing against some of the world’s top athletes, Hamida completed the race in an astonishing 50.77 seconds, narrowly missing the World Athletics Championship qualifying time by just 0.02 seconds.
This remarkable feat surpasses her own national record of 52.84 seconds, set at the Republican Games Championship in Cairo in 2021. Hamida’s performance not only highlights her exceptional talent but also marks a significant moment for Egyptian athletics on the global scene.
Her success is a testament to the dedicated efforts of her coaching team, led by Captain Karim Abdel Wahab, Captain Alia, and Dr. Khater. Their commitment, alongside the unwavering support of the Egyptian Athletics Federation, has been instrumental in her development. Brigadier General Hatem Fouda, head of the Federation, praised Hamida’s achievement, emphasizing Egypt’s potential to compete at the highest levels internationally.
The Egyptian Athletics Federation, under the leadership of Brigadier Fouda, remains committed to fostering young talents and elevating Egypt’s status in the world of athletics. Fouda reiterated the Federation’s focus on achieving Olympic success and raising Egypt’s flag high in international arenas.
Bassant Hamida’s triumph in Botswana is not just a personal victory but a milestone for Egyptian sports, with the promise of more records to be broken and medals to be won. Her journey serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes and a reminder of the potential that lies within Egypt’s sporting community.
