She won the 1st place in the Ironman 2020 competitions

Anan Al-Amiri: I aspire to raise the UAE flag in international forums

Anan Al Amiri: I have great ambitions on the Oceanic Triathlon.

Photography: Eric Arazas

Big dreams and endless ambitions led Emirati athlete Anan Al Amri to achieving remarkable successes in the field of "triathlon", by obtaining many important titles and distinguished participations that Al-Ameri crowned by winning the last edition of the "Iron Man Championship" that was held in Dubai early this year. For her, this was a strong motivation for her to continue and move forward with achieving more victories through which Annan confirms the ingenuity and ability of the Emirati girl to excel in the world of sports and win the most important titles, by participating in various international tournaments and competitions and achieving advanced successes through which she raises the flag of her country In regional and international forums.

Motives for success

At the beginning of her dialogue with "Emirates Today", the national "triathlon" athlete, Anan Al Ameri, stopped at the gracious gesture she received from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, which enabled her to complete the race track Successfully, after he came to her rescue and assistance, following her sudden fall and minor injury during her participation in the "Ladder Cycling Championship for Amateur Citizens", saying, "I will never forget this exceptional day, and this generous gesture that was a great motivation that encouraged me to complete the race." Reaching the finish line, ”adding,“ There is no doubt that my ranking in the top 10 in this race, and winning first place in the Ironman 2020 competitions in the category of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, is a true culmination of this special care for His Highness and the high-end humanitarian gesture that increased my determination to success and distinction. To more successes and important victories that I intend to achieve in the future ».

The sweetness of beginnings

With some nostalgia, Anan Al-Ameri recalls the beginning of her strong relationship in the sports field, which coincided with her childhood and early involvement in school life, before joining at a later stage and during her studies at the American University in Dubai and majoring in business administration and marketing, to the university's football team, describing her experience By saying, “It was an important stage in my life in terms of sports. I was fond of many sports, most notably football and basketball.

After that, and in a certain period, I showed a clear interest in mountaineering, and I was fortunate to climb the summit (Kilimanjaro), the highest mountain in Africa, before I started jogging from 2018, and I achieved many satisfactory results in the field.

On the other hand, Al-Amiri confirmed her involvement in many physical activities and other sports that she wagered on learning and storming with an increasing passion for challenges, saying, “I practiced many sports such as swimming, running, and cycling, through which she participated in the first edition of the ladder race for female citizens. Amateurs who organized in Dubai early this year

Support and briefing

Through her membership in the Al Wathba cycling team and the Al Wathba Triathlon team, which was announced a few days ago, Emirati Anan Al Ameri seriously embarks on the journey to realize her sporting ambitions and dreams of victory that she always wished, hanging by saying, “I dream of raising the UAE flag high, and that I have the opportunity. The opportunity to participate in the international versions of the Iron Man Championship in Europe, the United States and Australia, ”affirming the great family support that she provided and her family is still with, saying,“ I will remain very fortunate with the tremendous support that my family gave me, the great confidence that they placed in me and their constant encouragement to me to continue in The field, to be a successful sports model and a catalyst for girls in the Emirates to join various kinds of sports, and compete for the first places with confidence and merit. Women, in general, to succeed in all fields, to achieve more gains, and to lead the future march in all fields ».

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Regarding the conservative society's view of women's involvement in the sports field and its social implications, and thus dealing with the criticisms that they may face in daily life or through social media, the Emirati sportswoman said, “I am constantly careful not to follow up on negative and frustrating opinions that I see as a waste of effort and time. To this day, praise be to God, I am subjected to any criticism or attack of any kind in light of my relentless keenness to take into account the privacy of the Emirati society, and respect for its authentic Arab customs and traditions, of which I remain an integral part.

On her upcoming projects in the field of participating in various sports competitions and competitions, Al-Amiri revealed her current preparations to participate in the "Oceanic Triathlon" race that will be held in Khor Fakkan, on which Annan has attached great ambitions to win, saying, "I have the determination and the ability to compete, and I hope to add to my balance. New and honorable titles added to the Emirati women's success record.

New skills

Anan Al-Amiri advised Emirati women who want to compete in the field of sports, saying, “There are many sports and community clubs and gatherings that can contribute to the development and refinement of skills in this field, stressing the value of sport in providing a person not only physical but important social skills, most notably Effective communication with others, and the acquisition of new and unique experiences that improve personal experiences and achieve the desired goals.

"I am very fortunate with the tremendous support my family gave me, and the tremendous trust they placed in me."

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