Saudi Arabia’s first Winter Olympian, Fayik Abdi, is all set to make his Asian Winter Games debut this Sunday in Harbin, the capital of the Chinese mainland’s Heilongjiang Province. 🏂❄️
In an exclusive interview with CGTN Sports Scene's Talk Sports, Abdi shared his passion for alpine skiing and his role in promoting snow and ice sports back home. 🗣️✨
At just 27, Abdi already has impressive credentials, having participated in the men's alpine skiing giant slalom event at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. He describes skiing as \"magic,\" a feeling he cherishes deeply. ⛷️❤️
Saudi Arabia has been ramping up its investment in winter sports, aiming to nurture future talent and expand its presence on the international stage. Looking ahead, the nation is gearing up to host the next Asian Winter Games in Trojena in 2029. As a key contributor to the successful bid, Abdi believes that lessons from the Chinese mainland can further enhance Saudi Arabia’s winter sports development. 🌟🏔️
Stay tuned as Fayik Abdi continues to inspire and lead Saudi Arabia into the exciting world of winter athletics! 🏅✨
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Saudi Arabia's first Winter Olympian set for Asian Winter Games debut
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