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Noora Salem Jasim
Noora Salem Jasim (born 27 November 1996) is a Nigerian-born Bahraini athlete competing primarily in the shot put. She represented her country at the 2017 World Championships without qualifying for the final. International competitions Personal bests Outdoor *Shot put – 18.00 (Doha 2019) NR *Discus throw – 50.12 (Baku 2017) NR Indoor *Shot put The shot put is a track and field event involving "putting" (throwing) a heavy spherical ball—the ''shot''—as far as possible. The shot put competition for men has been a part of the modern Olympics since their revival in 1896, and women's ... – 17.45 (Dobrich 2017) NR References 1996 births Living people Bahraini female shot putters World Athletics Championships athletes for Bahrain Athletes (track and field) at the 2014 Asian Games Athletes (track and field) at the 2018 Asian Games Asian Games medalists in athletics (track and field) Asian Games bronze medalists for Bahrain Medalists at the 2018 Asian Ga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nigeria
Nigeria ( ), , ig, Naìjíríyà, yo, Nàìjíríà, pcm, Naijá , ff, Naajeeriya, kcg, Naijeriya officially the Federal Republic of Nigeria, is a country in West Africa. It is situated between the Sahel to the north and the Gulf of Guinea to the south in the Atlantic Ocean. It covers an area of , and with a population of over 225 million, it is the List of African countries by population, most populous country in Africa, and the List of countries and dependencies by population, world's sixth-most populous country. Nigeria borders Niger in Niger–Nigeria border, the north, Chad in Chad–Nigeria border, the northeast, Cameroon in Cameroon–Nigeria border, the east, and Benin in Benin–Nigeria border, the west. Nigeria is a Federation, federal republic comprising of States of Nigeria, 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, Federal Capital Territory, where the capital, Abuja, is located. The List of Nigerian cities by population, largest city in Nigeria ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Athletics At The 2014 Asian Games
Athletics at the 2014 Asian Games was held in Incheon, South Korea from 27 September to 3 October 2014. A total of 47 events were contested, 24 by men and 23 by women - matching the Olympic athletics programme. The 42 track and field events on the programme were hosted at the Incheon Asiad Main Stadium, while the road competitions took place around the city's marathon and racewalking course. Schedule Medalists Men Women Medal table Participating nations A total of 654 athletes from 41 nations competed in athletics at the 2014 Asian Games: * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * References ;Daily reports *Minshull, Phil (2014-09-27)Mohammed gets the 2014 Asian Games athletics off to a historic start IAAF. Retrieved on 2014-10-03. *Minshull, Phil (2014-09-28)Ogunode sets area 100m record of 9.93 at the Asian Games IAAF. Retrieved on 2014-10-03. *Minshull, Phil (2014-09-29)Barshim battles tiredness but still triumphs with ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baku, Azerbaijan
Baku (, ; az, Bakı ) is the capital and largest city of Azerbaijan, as well as the largest city on the Caspian Sea and of the Caucasus region. Baku is located below sea level, which makes it the lowest lying national capital in the world and also the largest city in the world located below sea level. Baku lies on the southern shore of the Absheron Peninsula, alongside the Bay of Baku. Baku's urban population was estimated at two million people as of 2009. Baku is the primate city of Azerbaijan—it is the sole metropolis in the country, and about 25% of all inhabitants of the country live in Baku's metropolitan area. Baku is divided into twelve administrative raions and 48 townships. Among these are the townships on the islands of the Baku Archipelago, and the town of Oil Rocks built on stilts in the Caspian Sea, away from Baku. The Inner City of Baku, along with the Shirvanshah's Palace and Maiden Tower, were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. The city ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Athletics At The 2017 Islamic Solidarity Games
The athletics competition at the 2017 Islamic Solidarity Games was held in Baku National Stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan from 16 to 20 May 2017. Medal summary Men Women Para Athletics Men Para Athletics Women Medal table References External links Results {{2017 in athletics |
2016 Asian Indoor Athletics Championships – Results
These are the full results of the 2016 Asian Indoor Athletics Championships which took place between 19 and 21 February 2016 in Doha, Qatar Qatar (, ; ar, قطر, Qaṭar ; local vernacular pronunciation: ), officially the State of Qatar,) is a country in Western Asia. It occupies the Qatar Peninsula on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East; it .... . Men's results 60 meters Heats – 19 February Semifinals – 19 February Final – 19 February400 meters Heats – 19 February Semifinals – 19 February Final – 20 February800 meters Heats – 19 February Final – 21 February 1500 meters ...
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2016 Asian Indoor Athletics Championships
The 2016 Asian Indoor Athletics Championships was the seventh edition of the international indoor athletics event between Asian nations. It took place at the Aspire Dome in Doha, Qatar, between 19 and 21 February. Three new women's Asian indoor records were set at the competition: in the pole vault by Li Ling, 51.67 seconds for the 400 metres by Kemi Adekoya, and 3:35.07 minutes for the 4 × 400 metres relay set by Bahrain. In total, twelve championship records were improved at the competition. The host nation Qatar topped the medal table with six gold medals (all on the men's side). China was second with five gold medals and Kazakhstan had four titles to its name.Ramsak, Bob (2016-02-21) Al-Garni clinches second successive double on final day of Asian Indoor Championships IAAF. Retrieved on 2016-02-22.Ramsak, Bob (2016-02-20)Al-Garni and Adekoya in the spotlight on the second day of the Asian Indoor Championships IAAF. Retrieved on 2016-02-22.Ramsak, Bob (2016-02-19)Records tumb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Track And Field At The 2015 Military World Games – Women's Discus Throw
The women's discus throw event at the 2015 Military World Games The 2015 Military World Games ( ko, 2015년 세계 군인 체육 대회, Icheon sip-o nyeon segye gun-in cheyuk daehoe, 2015 World Military Sports Festival), officially known as the 6th CISM Military World Games ( ko, 제6회 세계 군인 체육 ... was held on 7 October at the KAFAC Sports Complex. Records Prior to this competition, the existing world and CISM record were as follows: Schedule Medalists Results Final References {{DEFAULTSORT:Track and field at the 2015 Military World Games - Women's discus throw discus throw 2015 in women's athletics ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Track And Field At The 2015 Military World Games – Women's Shot Put
The women's shot put event at the 2015 Military World Games was held on 4 October at the KAFAC Sports Complex. Records Prior to this competition, the existing world and CISM record were as follows: Schedule Medalists Results Final References {{DEFAULTSORT:Track and field at the 2015 Military World Games - Women's shot put shot put The shot put is a track and field event involving "putting" (throwing) a heavy spherical ball—the ''shot''—as far as possible. The shot put competition for men has been a part of the modern Olympics since their revival in 1896, and women's ... 2015 in women's athletics ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mungyeong, South Korea
Mungyeong ( ko, 문경 ' ()) is a city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. The local government, economy, and transportation networks are all centered in Jeomchon, the principal town. Mungyeong has a lengthy history, and is known today for its various historic and scenic tourist attractions. The city's name means roughly "hearing good news." Recently, development has been somewhat stagnant with the decline of the coal industry. Since the 1990s, the proportion of people who rely on the tourism industry through Mungyeong Saejae has gradually increased. The city of Mungyeong was created after Jeomchon City and rural Mungyeong County were combined in 1995. It is now an urban-rural complex similar to 53 other small and medium-sized cities with a population under 300,000 people in South Korea. History The Mungyeong area is believed to have been controlled by a mixture of Jinhan and Byeonhan states during the Samhan period in the first centuries of the Common Era. The Jinhan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Track And Field At The 2015 Military World Games
The track and field competition at the 2015 Military World Games was held from 4–11 October 2015 at the KAFAC Sports Complex in Mungyeong. The stadium is named after the Korea Armed Forces Athletic Corps. The marathon races took place on 11 October and followed a route around the city with a finish point at the track and field main stadium. A number of para-athletics exhibition events were added to the programme for the first time, covering men's and women's shot put, and track races over 100 m, 200 m, and 1500 m for men.Track & Field Korea2015MWG. Retrieved on 2015-10-09. The programme expanded to contain 40 athletics events – a new high. In track and field there were 20 events for men a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Isa Town
Isa Town ( ar, مدينة عيسى, ''Madīnat ʿĪsā'') is a middle class town located in Bahrain, in the north central part of the country. Etymology The name ''Isa'' refers to Isa ibn Salman Al Khalifah, the ruler of Bahrain from 1961 to 1999. History Isa Town largely comprises affluent newly constructed villas, and is home to many members of Bahrain's educated middle classes. In 2002's election it was one of the few areas of Bahrain not to be entirely represented by an Islamist or right wing MP, with Abdnabi Salman of the formerly communist Democratic Bloc winning the seat. In 2006's election, ex-Harvard academic, Dr Munira Fakhro of Waad lost in controversial circumstances to Sunni Islamist Dr Salah Ali of Al-Menbar Islamic Society. It was one of the twelve municipalities of Bahrain after being split off of the municipality of al Mintaqah al Wusta in 1988, and is now part of the Central Governorate. Notable sites Isa Town is famous for the traditional marketplace ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2015 Arab Athletics Championships
The 2015 Arab Athletics Championships was the nineteenth edition of the international athletics competition between Arab countries that took place from 24–27 April 2015 at Khalifa Sports City Stadium in Isa Town, close to Manama, the capital of Bahrain. Around 700 athletes from 21 nations attended the event, which was directed by Bahrain's Bader Nasser. The event mascot was an anthropomorphic bird of prey. A series of grand prix track and field meetings were organised by the Arab Athletics Federation in order to promote qualification for the event. All Africa (2015-04-06). Retrieved on 2015-05-04. Medal summary Men Women ...
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