Abu Awad moves closer to medal at Paralympic Games

AMMAN— Jordanian Paralympic table tennis player Khitam Abu Awad has managed to reach the semi-finals of the Paralympic Games in Tokyo. If she wins on Saturday, she will qualify for the final match to play for a gold or silver medal.اضافة اعلان

According to a statement issued by the Jordanian Paralympic Committee on Friday, national coach Haroun Shatlouni, coach of the Paralympic table tennis team, confirmed his confidence in Abu Awad's ability.

Meanwhile, an injury prevented weightlifter Mohamed Tarbash from completing the competition in the 65kg weight category. He expressed his regret for that and his pride in qualifying for the Paralympics in Tokyo, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra.

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