Aichi-Nagoya:Manama His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa has extended congratulations to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on the Kingdom of Bahrain's handball team winning its first-ever gold medal at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, after a decisive victory over Qatar in the final.
According to Bahrain News Agency, Shaikh Nasser praised the efforts of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, for his unwavering support and oversight of the national teams.
Shaikh Nasser also acknowledged the Bahrain Handball Federation, led by Ali Isa Is'haqi, for their role in preparing the team and ensuring optimal conditions for success. He expressed gratitude to all contributors to this historic victory.
He emphasized the team's strong sense of duty and exceptional determination, which secured Bahrain's top position on the Asian podium, marking a significant milestone in the nation's handball history.