Biography
Started: He took up the sport at age 14 on Tarout Island, Saudi Arabia. (alqhat.com, 18 Dec 2019)
Reason: His doctor encouraged him to pursue a career in sport. "I was like any other kid, I liked running and football. Once I finished physical therapy I started playing football and became a good player." He then joined El Hoda Club on Tarout Island, Saudi Arabia, where he was introduced to athletics. (alqhat.com, 18 Dec 2019)
Additional Info: FURTHER EDUCATION
He has undertaken postgraduate studies in international sports management at the University of London in England. (Facebook profile, 17 Sep 2021)
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Personal Details
GenderMale
Birth DateSeptember 4, 1984
Place of ResidenceRIYADH
OccupationEngineer
EducationMechanical Engineering - Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ, USA
Languages SpokenArabic, English
Highlights
| Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Championships | ||||
| 1 | Men's 400m T44 | 2019 | Dubai, UAE | 53.22 |
| 4 | 100m - T44 | 2024 | Kobe, JPN | 11.96 |
| 9 | Men's 400m T44 | 2017 | London, GBR | 1:16.57 |
| DNF | 200m - T64 | 2019 | Dubai, UAE | DNF |
| DSQ | 100m - T44 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | DSQ |
| Asian Para Games | ||||
| 1 | Men's 400m T64 | 2022 | Hangzhou, CHN | 52.81 |
| 3 | 100m - T44 | 2022 | Hangzhou, CHN | 12.07 |
