Egypt continued to achieve positive results in international sports as Aida Ahmed El Sayed won three medals at the Cyprus International Canoe and Kayak Championship, which concluded on Sunday, October 18, 2026, in Limassol, Cyprus, with athletes from 11 countries taking part.

The Egyptian athlete delivered an impressive performance, winning two silver medals and one bronze.

Her results showed her ability to compete in different events and helped Egypt achieve a strong presence against several European teams.

Three Medals for Aida Ahmed

Aida Ahmed El Sayed performed well throughout the championship, securing a silver medal in the women's 200-meter canoe event before adding another silver in the 500-meter canoe race.

She continued her successful run by winning bronze in the 200-meter kayak event, bringing Egypt's total to three medals, all won by the same athlete.

Egypt was represented by Aida Ahmed El Sayed and Baher Gamil Ibrahim.

The delegation was led by Brigadier General Dr.

Khaled Samir, Vice President of the Egyptian Canoe and Kayak Federation and a board member of the Egyptian Paralympic Committee.

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International Experience for Egyptian Athletes

Egypt's participation in the Cyprus championship was part of the Egyptian Canoe and Kayak Federation's plan to give athletes more opportunities to compete internationally and gain valuable experience.

The federation is headed by Major General Ahmed Kamel, a member of the Egyptian Olympic Committee and Vice President of the African Canoe Federation.

Through international competitions, the federation aims to improve athletes' technical skills and help them learn different racing styles, especially when competing against experienced European teams.

The championship featured athletes from 11 countries: Egypt, Cyprus, Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Moldova, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Georgia.

This international competition gave Egyptian athletes an opportunity to test their abilities against competitors from different sporting backgrounds.

Egypt's participation also aimed to strengthen relationships with international sports federations and create more opportunities for cooperation and knowledge sharing in the future.

Aida Ahmed's three medals represent a positive achievement for Egyptian canoeing and kayaking.

They also highlight the importance of regular international competition in helping athletes improve their performance and prepare for upcoming events.