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Sharjah Women’s Sports Club claimed the top position and gold medal in the recurve bow team competition during the final day of archery events at the eighth edition of the Arab Women’s Clubs Games 2026. The tournament, organized by the Sharjah Women’s Sports Foundation, continues until February 12 with intense competition across multiple archery disciplines showcasing elite female athletes from across the Arab region.
The Sharjah team, comprising Maha Al Hosani, Hessa Al Awadhi, and Fatima Al Balushi, delivered an exceptional collective performance in the final round to secure the championship trophy. Abu Dhabi Archery Club finished in second place with the silver medal, represented by Mira Al Sayegh, Mariam Al Sayegh, and Huda Al Ali. Meanwhile, Kuwait Shooting Club took third place and the bronze medal through archers Reem Al Naqeeb, Suad Al Bahar, and Nour Al Sharhan.
Individual Recurve Bow Competition Delivers Thrilling Results
The individual recurve bow event witnessed significant excitement as Qatar’s Reem Al Saei from Al Rami Sports Club captured first place following a consistent performance in the final round. Additionally, Emirati archer Maha Al Hosani from Sharjah Women’s Sports Club secured the silver medal position. Huda Al Ali, representing Abu Dhabi Archery Club, completed the podium with a bronze medal finish.
Compound Bow Events Showcase Regional Talent
In the individual compound bow competition, Iraqi archer Fatima Saad Al Mashhadani from Iraqi Airways Club earned the gold medal after a strong run through the final rounds. Emirati competitor Amna Al Awadhi from Sharjah Women’s Sports Club finished second, according to tournament officials. Her teammate Rawda Al Awadhi from the same club claimed third place in what proved to be a highly competitive event.
Sharjah Women’s Sports Club Dominates Team Compound Division
Sharjah Women’s Sports Club continued its dominance in the Arab Women’s Clubs Games archery competition by claiming first place and the gold medal along with the championship trophy in the team compound bow category. The victorious squad featured archers Amna Al Awadhi, Sara Al Mazmi, and Mitha Al Nuaimi, who outperformed their rivals in the final match.
Abu Dhabi Archery Club secured second place and the silver medal in this division, represented by Hamda Al Sajwani, Dima Al Kaabi, and Mariam Al Hosani. However, no bronze medal winner was mentioned in the official results for this particular team event. The competition was characterized by high-level technical performance and closely matched contests between participating clubs.
Tournament Highlights Regional Development in Women’s Archery
The archery events at the Arab Women’s Clubs Games 2026 have demonstrated the growing strength and depth of women’s archery across the Arab region. The tournament provides a crucial platform for female athletes to compete at an elite level while promoting sports development initiatives. In contrast to previous editions, this year’s competition has featured expanded participation and enhanced technical standards across all disciplines.
The strong showing by Emirati clubs, particularly Sharjah Women’s Sports Club with multiple medals across different categories, reflects the sustained investment in women’s sports infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates. The diverse representation from Qatar, Iraq, and Kuwait further underscores the regional commitment to developing female athletic talent.
As the Arab Women’s Clubs Games 2026 continues through February 12, additional sporting events are expected to conclude in the coming days. The final medal standings and overall championship results will be determined once all remaining competitions reach completion, according to the organizing committee.
