Egyptian swimmer Zein Hisham secured another historic victory at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, winning the gold medal in the 50m butterfly event with an impressive time of 24.06 seconds.
Minister of Youth and Sports, Gohar Nabil, extended his congratulations to the young athlete, expressing immense pride in Hisham’s outstanding performance, dedication, and world-class talent.
“I extend my sincere congratulations to champion Zein Hisham for this outstanding performance and well-deserved achievement,” said Nabil.
“I wish him continued success and excellence in all his future competitions.”
The Minister also praised the technical and administrative teams for their vital role in Hisham’s preparation and development.
He further acknowledged the strategic efforts of the Egyptian Olympic Committee, led by Yasser Idris, and the Egyptian Swimming Federation, headed by Nader Abdo, for their ongoing commitment to elevating Egyptian sports and supporting athletes on the global stage.
