HM the King lauds HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad's contribution to brining Olympic successes

Manama, Aug 15 (BNA): His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa expressed thanks for the congratulatory cable received from the First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of Bahrain Athletics Association, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, on the gold and silver won by Bahraini athletes in the Rio 2016 Olympics. HM the King praised the outstanding efforts of HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa that contributed to achieving the Bahraini accomplishments in the great international sports forum. He also hailed the good preparation and constant follow-up of HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa that led to bringing the honorable successes. HM the King extended thanks to the Bahraini runner, Ruth Jebet, the gold winner of the women’s 3,000 meters steeplechase and the Bahraini marathoner Eunice Kirwa who won the silver medal. HM the King congratulated the Bahraini runner Ali Khamis on qualifying to the men's 400 meter final competition, as well as all Bahraini athletes participating in the Olympic event. He hailed their sportsmanship and distinct competitiveness that reflect the high spirit of the civilized people of Bahrain.