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Woroud Sawalha

Pioneering Palestinian athlete, representing resilience and determination at the Olympics.

Born
3 November 1991
Born in
Asira Al Shamaliya , Palestine
Path
Sports
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Why Woroud is here

Participation in the 2012 Summer Olympics. Overcoming training and environmental challenges. Role model for aspiring athletes in conflict zones.

Their story

Woroud Sawalha is a Palestinian Olympic athlete who has overcome significant challenges to compete at an international level. Her participation in the 2012 Summer Olympics, particularly in the women's 800m event, marked a significant milestone for Palestinian athletes, demonstrating resilience and determination.

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Milestones

The moments that shaped Woroud’s path.

  1. 1991

    Born in Palestine (1991).

  2. Competed in the women's 800m event at the 2012 Olympics.

  3. Set a personal best record in the 800m event.

  4. Was the flag bearer at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Represented Palestine in the 800m event at the 2012 Olympics.

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  2. Set a personal best record in her heat.

  3. Trained abroad in countries like Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan.

  4. Became a symbol of Palestinian athletes' struggles and achievements.

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