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Team Kenya will be sending two formidable doubles teams to compete.
Team Kenya is buzzing with excitement as the Beach Tennis doubles team training intensifies for the highly anticipated 2nd edition of the Africa Beach Games in Hammamet, Tunisia from Friday 23 to next Friday 30 June.
With the dates fast approaching, the final touches have been made at the picturesque training venue of Buntwani Waterfront Park in Kilifi County.
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19:19 - 19.06.2023
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Coach Titus Kesekwa is counting on the experience of his side having worked on most of their weaknesses ahead of the June 23-30 tournament.
Team Kenya will be sending two formidable doubles teams to compete, representing the nation with unwavering determination and a burning desire for victory.
The Women's Doubles team features the dynamic pair of Faith Urasa and Shufaa Ruwa Changawa. Urasa and Changawa, both exceptional tennis players, have seamlessly transitioned their skills to the sandy courts of Beach Tennis.
Changawa, known for her exceptional talent and sibling partnership with brother Ismail Changawa, embraces the opportunity to compete in beach tennis.
Despite navigating personal milestones and an interrupted sporting calendar due to the global pandemic, her determination remains unyielding.
"The journey has been filled with twists and turns. From facing the unexpected challenges of COVID-19 to becoming a mother and relocating, I am thrilled to make a comeback by the end of the year. We are ready to give our best performance and make Kenya proud," she affirmed.
In the Men's Doubles category, Fazal Mohammed and Kazungu Kesi form a powerful partnership that exudes strength and agility.
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07:55 - 17.06.2023
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The Africa Beach Games hold significant importance as they serve as qualifiers for the prestigious World Beach Games.
Building on their previous success at the Cape Verde edition in 2019, where Fazal Khan and Ibrahim Yego secured a bronze medal, they enter the competition with a hunger for more accolades.
Mohammed, a veteran of the sport, brings a wealth of experience and a strategic mindset to the court. Kesi, a rising talent, complements his partner's skills with raw power and tenacity.
"I have dedicated eight years to the sport of tennis, and five years ago, I achieved a remarkable third-place finish in Africa. Just three months ago, I emerged victorious at the Kenya Beach Games. Now, we are fully prepared and motivated to aim for the gold medal," Mohammed said.
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12:45 - 11.06.2023
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He revealed that he was in Cuba recently where he signed an MOU to allow Team Kenya will be able to train in the Caribbean country.
Team Kenya's Beach Tennis doubles team will participate in multiple categories, including men's doubles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles, displaying their versatility and adaptability.
With their unwavering commitment, honed skills, and the support of the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K), and the Ministry of Youth Affairs, the Arts, and Sports they are determined to make their mark at the Africa Beach Games.
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