The 7th Arab Tennis Veterans Tournament took place in Amman, Jordan, bringing together approximately 180 players from across Arab countries. Athletes competed throughout the event, which concluded recently in the Jordanian capital. The tournament was held in Amman, Jordan, providing a dedicated venue for the participating athletes to showcase their skills on the court. Approximately 180 players from Arab countries participated in the tournament, representing a diverse range of athletic backgrounds and national sporting organizations.
Shaikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Interior Ministry’s Permanent Tennis Committee, praised the performance of the Bahraini delegation following the competition. "The results reflected their technical abilities, competitive spirit and commitment to representing Bahrain at regional and international events," said Shaikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa. The tournament serves as a platform for veteran players from the region to engage in high-level tennis matches while representing their respective nations. The Interior Ministry team utilized this platform to demonstrate their training and preparation within the regional sports circuit.
Strong Men Singles Performance
Captain Ibrahim Sami secured second place in the men’s singles event during the competition. Captain Ibrahim Sami finished in second place in the men’s singles event, a result that solidified his standing among the top competitors in the tournament. His performance marked a significant achievement for the Bahraini delegation as he reached the final round of the bracket.
Policeman Bader Abdul Aal also represented the Interior Ministry team in the same category. Policeman Bader Abdul Aal advanced to the semi-finals of the men’s singles, showcasing his ability to compete against the regional field. He successfully advanced to the semi-finals of the men’s singles, finishing his run among the top four competitors in the tournament. These results contributed to the overall standing of the Bahraini players in Amman. The consistent performance of the male athletes noted the depth of the Interior Ministry’s tennis program.
Women Competitors Reach Advanced Stages
Lt-Colonel Fatima Al Zoubi and Major Reem Al Hashimi represented the Interior Ministry in the women’s singles, where both officers reached the quarter-finals. Lt-Colonel Fatima Al Zoubi and Major Reem Al Hashimi reached the quarter-finals of the women’s singles, demonstrating their endurance and tactical approach to the game. These competitors maintained their momentum in the doubles category, advancing to the semi-finals of the women’s doubles tournament. Lt-Colonel Fatima Al Zoubi and Major Reem Al Hashimi reached the semi-finals of the women’s doubles, marking a successful collaborative effort for the delegation.
Major Mariam Al-Ansari and Mai Al-Khal also participated in the women’s singles competition. Both athletes progressed to the advanced stages of the bracket, contributing to the overall performance of the Bahraini delegation in Amman. Major Mariam Al-Ansari and Mai Al-Khal progressed to the advanced stages of the women’s singles competition, further bolstering the team's presence in the later rounds of the tournament. The participation of these officers and athletes shows the commitment of the Interior Ministry to supporting competitive sports at an international level. The delegation returned from Amman having achieved multiple placements across both the singles and doubles brackets.
