L’Algérien Khaled Ouennouf intègre le Bureau Exécutif de l’Union arabe de judo
AMMAN – Khaled Ouennouf, the first vice-president of the Algerian Judo Federation, has officially joined the Executive Bureau of the Arab Union of Judo (UAJ) for the 2025-2028 Olympic term. His election took place during the UAJ’s General Assembly held on Tuesday in Amman, Jordan, alongside the Arab Judo Championships 2025.
Following this significant achievement, Yacine Sillini, the president of the Algerian Federation, expressed his congratulations on various social media platforms, wishing Ouennouf success in his new role.
In the same competitive arena, Algeria is represented by a team of eleven judokas, comprising seven boys and four girls, all participating in the cadet category. The team is coached by Hamid Chalal and Asma Belaïdouche. The male competitors include: Ala-Eddine Sahraoui (-50 kg), Larbi Addad (-55 kg), Mohamed Amine Dekouah (-60 kg), Mohamed Sadek Laoued (-66 kg), Oussama Laïb (-73 kg), Soheïb Zitouni (-81 kg), and Merouane Mohamed Anis Bettahar (-90 kg). The female competitors are Roufaïda Bousebaâ (-44 kg), Ranim Chaïbi (-52 kg), Dounia Berrahouel (-57 kg), and Dounia Adda (-70 kg).
The young Algerian judokas, having undergone rigorous preparations for this event, are optimistic about achieving a strong performance in Jordan and bringing home as many gold medals as possible. Notably, many athletes on the team have previously won gold medals at the latest African Championships, which further fuels their ambition for success in the Arab Championships.
This announcement is a crucial step for Algerian judo, showcasing the country’s commitment to the sport and its recognition on the regional stage. Ouennouf’s role within the UAJ is expected to strengthen Algeria’s influence in Arab judo and enhance collaboration among member nations.
The Algerian delegation’s participation in the championships underscores their dedication to nurturing young talent and fostering competitive spirit within the region. With high expectations and previous accolades, these emerging athletes are poised to make their mark and elevate Algeria’s standing in the judo community.
In summary, the election of Khaled Ouennouf to the UAJ is a noteworthy development for Algerian judo, while the promising young athletes aim for excellence in the upcoming competitions. The combination of leadership and talent within the Algerian judo framework sets the stage for a bright future in the sport.
