Mutaz Barshim, Amal Mohammed chosen as Qatar’s best athletes for 2024
The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), under the patronage of its President HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, awarded the country’s best sportsmen and women, as well as managers and institutions, during the 2024 Sports Excellence Awards at the Qatar National Convention Centre on Sunday.
The ceremony honoured outstanding athletes, administrators, sports personalities, and institutions that have supported sports in Qatar.
عندما نحفي بأبطالنا الرياضيين وشخصياتنا المميزة وشركاءنا في مجال تطوير الرياضة وتعزيز المبادئ الأولمبية فإننا نسير على مبدأ "تقدير العمل والإنجاز" الذي رسمته قيادتنا الرشيدة في مختلف مجالات النهضة القطرية ..
— جوعان بن حمد (@JoaanBinHamad) November 24, 2024
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While star high jumper Mutaz Essa Barshim was named the Male Athlete of the Year, airgun shooter Amal Mohammed Mahmoud was chosen as the Female Athlete of the Year.
While 400M hurdler Ismail Dawood Abakar received the Promising Male Athlete of the Season Award, taekwondo practitioner Noor Nizar Abdulqader Mohammed was recognized as the Promising Female Athlete of the Season.
أبطال الموسم
— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) November 24, 2024
تكريم الرياضي والرياضية الذين أبهرت إنجازاتهم العالم ورفعوا علم قطر عاليًا في المنافسات العالمية
Stars of the season
Celebrating the male and female athletes whose extraordinary achievements inspired the world and proudly raised Qatar’s flag in international… pic.twitter.com/iVSGDGXTk4
Qatar Athletics Federation’s sprint and hurdles coach Hendrik Jacobus Kotze was named Coach of the Season. Ali Radi Arshid won the Male Para-Athlete of the Season Award while Sara Hamdi Masoud received the Female Para-Athlete of the Season Award.
Qatar Athletics Federation’s Khalifa Yousuf Abdulmalik was awarded Male Administrator of the Season, while Amal Mohammed Awad was recognised as Female Administrator of the Season.
الاتحادات المتميزة في الصدارة
— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) November 24, 2024
تكريم الاتحادات الرياضية التي قدمت دعمًا مستمرًا لفريق الأدعم لتحقيق الإنجازات في المحافل الدولية
Leading the Way in Excellence
Acknowledging the outstanding contributions of national sports federations that provided steadfast support to Team… pic.twitter.com/vYn6VPwYSc
The Male Referee of the Season Award went to Abdulrahman Ibrahim Al Jassim, Talib Salim Al Marri, Saoud Ahmed Al Maqaleh, Abdullah Ali Al Marri, and Abdullah Ali Al Hammadi.
Qatar Foundation received the award for Distinguished Organization in Supporting the Olympic Movement, while the Ministry of Education and Higher Education was honoured with the award for Distinguished Organization in Supporting Sports Community Events.
فخر الوطن
— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) November 24, 2024
تكريم المنتخب الأفضل الذي قدم أداءً استثنائيًا وأسعد الجماهير بإنجازاته اللافتة خلال العام
Pride of Qatar
Celebrating the team that delivered outstanding performances and thrilled fans with their remarkable success throughout the year
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Alkass Sports Channels was recognised with the award for Media Partner.
HE Sheikh Saud bin Ali Al Thani received the Recognition Award for Personalities That Served Sports in Qatar. Masraf Al Rayan, Aamal QPSC, and Ibn Ajayan Projects were honoured with the Team Qatar Official Supporter Award.
The Qatar Handball Association was honored with the Golden Federation Award for Team Sports, while the Qatar Athletics Federation won the Golden Federation Award for Individual Sports.
The Men’s Team of the Season Award went to Team Qatar’s Beach Volleyball team.
جيل المستقبل
— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) November 24, 2024
تكريم الرياضي والرياضية الواعدين الذين أظهروا قدرات استثنائية ليكونوا نجوم الغد
The Future of Qatari Sports
Recognizing promising athletes who demonstrated exceptional talent, paving the way to become tomorrow’s stars
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In camel racing, Jaber Salim Jaber Ali Faran received the award for Camel Trainer of the Season (Open Races), while Abdulhadi Khalil Al Shahwani Al Hajri was named Camel Owner of the Season (Public Races).
In equestrian sports, Khalifa Sheail Al Kuwari was awarded Horse Owner of the Season. Faleh Nasser Saleh Salem Bougneim received the Best Jockey Award, and Mohammed Hamad Khalifa Al Attiyah was recognised as the Best Qatari Horse Trainer.
أبطال الإرادة
— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) November 24, 2024
تكريم ابطال الأدعم من ذوي الاحتياجات الخاصة الذين أثبتوا أن الطموح لا يعرف حدودًا
Champions of Determination
Honoring Team Qatar’s para-athletes who showcased resilience and ambition, proving that determination knows no bounds
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The Best Personal Sports Achievement Award was awarded to Ali Al Obaidli.
The ceremony also recognised the Local Organizing Committees for their success in hosting major events — The World Aquatics Championships Doha 2024 and The World Judo Championships Doha 2023.
QOC’s First Vice President Mohammed bin Yousef Al Mana, Second Vice President Dr Thani bin Abdulrahman Al Kuwari, QOC Secretary General Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain, and presidents of different Qatari sports federations also attended the ceremony.
“It’s truly an honour to gather once again at this annual celebration, which has become a valued tradition for honouring Qatari champions and athletes with outstanding achievements, as well as our partners and sponsors from government and private sectors who play a vital role in supporting sports and the Olympic movement in our country,” said Al Buenain, during his speech on the occasion.
“We take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt gratitude to HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for his unwavering and profound support of Qatari sports It’s been instrumental in driving achievements across all levels. We also offer our sincere thanks to the QOC President for his boundless support and guidance, which have significantly advanced the development of sports in Qatar,” he added.
وفاءً لعطائهم
— Team Qatar (@qatar_olympic) November 24, 2024
تكريم خاص للشخصيات التي كرّست جهودها في خدمة الرياضة القطرية وتركت بصمة مميزة عبر مسيرتها الحافلة
A Legacy of Dedication
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Reflecting on the accomplishments of the past season, Al Buenain noted: “This season has been extraordinary for Qatari sports. Our participation in the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games saw our athletes continue their successes on the international stage. Mutaz earned a bronze in high jump, making him the first athlete to win four Olympic medals in the event.
“The season also featured key organisational and institutional milestones, including Doha hosting the World Aquatics Championships and the Congress of the International Gymnastics Federation, further solidifying Qatar’s reputation as a leading host of major sporting events. Moreover, distinguished Qatari sports figures secured prominent international and regional positions, reaffirming Qatar’s esteemed standing and leadership in the global sports arena,” he said.
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