Sheikh Thamer receives the swimming team delegation.

MANAMA, July 13: Kuwaiti Ambassador to Bahrain, Sheikh Thamer Al-Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, lauded the achievements of Kuwait’s national swimming team following its impressive showing at the 29th Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Swimming Championship, which concluded in Manama.

During a reception for the Kuwaiti delegation, Sheikh Thamer praised the athletes for their honorable performance, emphasizing that their efforts reflect the pride and strong spirit of Kuwaiti youth in regional and international sporting events.

He commended both the swimmers and the administrative and technical teams for their dedication, noting that their results embody positive competition, athletic excellence, and the values of Kuwaiti sportsmanship.

“This achievement demonstrates the Kuwait Swimming Federation’s commitment to nurturing national talent and preparing players to compete at the highest levels,” Sheikh Thamer stated.

The Kuwaiti team delivered an outstanding performance at the two-day championship, hosted in Bahrain on Friday and Saturday, winning a total of 21 medals—seven gold, 11 silver, and three bronze—solidifying Kuwait’s position as a leading force in Gulf swimming.