Manama: His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, congratulated His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, on the victory of Bahrain’s national esports player, Hashim Khalil, in the Tekken 8 competition of the inaugural GCC Esports League Championship, held in Riyadh on June 27-28. This victory has qualified him for the Esports World Championship in Riyadh.
His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad also congratulated His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs.
His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad attributed this achievement to the exceptional support provided by His Majesty the King and the backing of the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, as well as the follow up of HH Sh
aikh Nasser bin Hamad. This support for youth and sports has created the ideal environment for achieving such a milestone.
His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad commended the outstanding efforts of the player, emphasising that his dedication and determination were key factors in securing this victory. He also acknowledged the role of the Esports Federation in organising and preparing the national team for participation in the league, working tirelessly to elevate Bahrain’s status on the international stage. He noted that this achievement provides strong motivation to continue striving for further successes in the future.
Player Hashim Ahmed Khalil won the final matches against competitors from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, defeating the UAE 3-0 in the final. Nine players from nine Gulf clubs and national teams participated in the competition.
With this victory, the Bahrain national esports team secures its place in the Esports World Championship in Riyadh, with a total prize pool excee
ding 60 million USD.
Source: Bahrain News Agency