Kuwaiti Al-Dawas takes third at the Jet Ski World Championship

KUNA photo Kuwaiti racer Rashid Al-Dawas celebrates on the podium.

WASHINGTON, Oct 13 (KUNA): Kuwaiti racer Rashid Al-Dawas, a member of the Kuwait Marine Sports Club, claimed third place in the second round of the International Jet Sports Boating Association (IJSBA) World Championship in the Pro Runabout category in Arizona, the United States.

Al-Dawas competed against 250 racers from 32 countries in the event.

Kuwait Marine Sports Club Chairman Mohammed Al-Zanki told KUNA that the result marked a notable addition to Kuwait’s achievements in marine sports.

He said the podium finish came in one of the championship’s most competitive professional categories, highlighting the technical ability and competitiveness of Kuwaiti racers against the world’s leading athletes and their ability to raise Kuwait’s flag at international events.

Al-Zanki reaffirmed the club’s commitment to supporting its athletes and providing the necessary conditions for them to achieve further success and enhance Kuwait’s standing in sports.

The championship took place in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, from October 3 to 11.