KUWAIT CITY, April 23: The Kuwaiti national powerboat team has won the first round of the 2023 World Championship, which was held in the city of Malaga in Spain. The team, led by Bader Al-Dosari and his assistant Issa Al-Esayi, on board the Kuwaiti boat (Raheeb B17), won the title of the first round organized by the International Powerboat Federation. The round consisted of two races, in which the Kuwaiti boat managed to achieve silver for second place in the first round that was held yesterday. While in the second round, the team achieved the gold medal, thus obtaining the title of the round by leading the general standings.

Ali Al-Shamali, the head of the national team delegation and head of the speedboat and wakeboard committee at the Kuwaiti Marine Sports Club, expressed his great pride in the team's achievement, congratulating the State of Kuwait's leadership, government, and people on this accomplishment. He referred to the great and sincere efforts made by the team's delegation and the excellent support it received from the Public Authority for Sports, as well as the constant interest and encouragement from the chairman and members of the board of directors of the Kuwaiti Marine Sports Club.

The national team's victory is a significant achievement for Kuwaiti marine sports, and it completes the series of international accomplishments achieved by the Kuwaiti champions. The team will now leave for Rome, Italy, to compete in the first round of the World Championship (XCAT) for two-engine boats with a capacity of 400 horsepower per engine. The Q8 boat, led by veteran Abdul Latif Al-Omani and his assistant Bader Al-Dosari, will represent Kuwait in the championship.

Overall, the national powerboat team's win in the first round of the 2023 World Championship is a source of pride for Kuwaiti sports enthusiasts. It highlights the country's passion for powerboat racing and the dedication of the team to excel in international competitions. The achievement is also a testament to the significant support provided by Kuwaiti authorities to develop and promote marine sports in the country.