Manama, December 6 (BNA) His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today congratulated First Lieutenant Abdullah Al-Sayed Attia of the Royal Guard in the Bahrain Defense Force after his success in breaking the world record at the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Center. Abu Dhabi Marathon and entry into the Guinness Book of Records.
His Majesty the King praised the keenness of the National Security Adviser and Commander of the Royal Guard, Major General Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, to create ideal conditions for success for all Bahraini athletes in international forums, which would contribute to achieving more sporting achievements for the Kingdom. .
His Majesty King Hamad stressed that the honorable results achieved by the Kingdom in various sports reflect the spirit of challenge and determination among Bahraini athletes.
His Majesty stressed that the achievement of Second Lieutenant Abdullah Al Sayed Attia is an incentive for Bahraini athletes to continue achieving more achievements for the country, wishing him further success in the upcoming competitions.
First Lieutenant Abdullah Al-Sayed Attia expressed his deepest thanks and gratitude to His Majesty the King for his unwavering care for citizens and residents.
His Highness Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa praised his continuous support, which led to the achievement of positive results for the Kingdom in various external competitions.
Abdullah Attia finished the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon in three hours, 40 minutes and seven seconds, breaking the world record of three hours, 49 minutes and 21 seconds, which has been held by a British athlete since 2009.
The exploitation of Royal Guard Second Lieutenant Abdullah Al-Sayed Attia, who graduated from the UK-based Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, is a source of pride and inspiration for Bahraini youth, as he ran the entire marathon in full military uniform and was recognized in the Guinness Book of Records for this unique feat.
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