Egyptian Fencer Nada Hafez Competes at Paris Olympics While Seven Months Pregnant

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:15am on 30 Jul 2024,Tuesday Sports

Egyptian fencer Nada Hafez, seven months pregnant, competed in the women's individual sabre at the Paris Olympics on Monday. The 26-year-old, participating in her third Olympics, won her first match against Elizabeth Tartakovsky of the USA but was eliminated in the last 16 by South Korea's Jeon Hayoung. Hafez expressed pride in her achievement, emphasizing the physical and emotional challenges faced during her pregnancy. Despite the difficulties, she credited her husband's and family's support for her success. Hafez’s performance has inspired many, showcasing her remarkable dedication to both her sport and impending motherhood.

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