By Mohamed Bahaa Sports enthusiasts around the world are familiar with the 'Rocky' film series, starring the iconic Sylvester Stallone. In a real-life parallel,
Sports enthusiasts around the world are familiar with the "Rocky" film series, starring the iconic Sylvester Stallone. In a real-life parallel, Egypt places its hopes on a new champion, Abdelrahman Oraby, affectionately known as "The Rock," as he prepares for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics.
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games , set to be held in Paris from July 26 to August 11. Representing Egypt in boxing are three athletes: Omar El Awady in the 71 kg category, Abdelrahman Oraby in the 80 kg category, and Yomna Ayad in the 54 kg category. Historically, Egypt has secured four Olympic medals in boxing. The first was a bronze medal won by AbdelMoneim El-Gendy in Rome 1960. Subsequently, Mohamed El-Sayed and Ahmed Ismail each earned bronze medals, while Mohamed Ali clinched a silver medal at the Athens 2004 Olympics in Greece.Born on October 9th, 1987, in Cairo, Abdelrahman Oraby, now 36, is set to participate in his third consecutive Olympics.
Oraby returned stronger at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, advancing to the round of 16 before being defeated by British boxer Benjamin Whittaker with a score of 0-5. After securing a gold medal at the African Qualifiers 2024, Oraby qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics, aiming for his best performance yet on the Olympic stage.- at the Military World Games in China, 2019- at the African Championship in Senegal, 2020- at the African Qualifiers for the Paris 2024 OlympicsAbdelrahman Oraby’s first match at the Paris 2024 Olympics is scheduled for Saturday, July 27.
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