Egyptian boxer Omar Alawadi achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching the final of the African Elite Championship held in Nairobi, Kenya, in 2026. He secured a convincing victory in the 75 kg category against a Kenyan boxer with a unanimous decision (5-0), bringing him a step closer to winning the gold medal.
Three Egyptian boxers reached the final of the African Elite Championship held in Nairobi.
Exceptional Performance and Crucial Matches for Gold
The national team champions continued to assert their dominance in the continental championship, with boxer Mohamed Hossam advancing to the final in the 85 kg category. His clear superiority led the referee to stop the bout in the first round due to a lack of competitiveness (RSC), highlighting his strong readiness to seriously compete for the African title.
In the same fierce competition, boxer Ahmed Heikal secured a spot in the final in the 70 kg category after a standout performance that saw him win the bout 3-2 against Angolan boxer Amba Lozolo. This achievement marks a crowning moment for the national team's collective efforts, with three boxers reaching the final podium.

