Ashraf Sobhy, the Minister of Youth and Sports, has attended the celebration organized by Cred to honor Egyptian champions from the Paris 2024 Olympics, Invest-Gate reports.

The event was graced by Ahmed Mansour, CEO of Cred, Yasser Idris, President of the Egyptian Olympic Committee, along with heads of the Modern Pentathlon, Weightlifting, and Weapon Federations, as well as group leaders, the company’s sports care team, senior officials from the ministry and Cred, and a cohort of journalists and media professionals.

This celebration was part of the collaboration initiated last year between Cred and the Ministry of Youth and Sports to bolster Olympic athletes, ensuring they receive the necessary support to qualify for the Olympics. Additionally, the company sponsored five champions participating in the Paris 2024 Olympics, offering financial incentives for medal-winning performances.

At the ceremony, the three Olympic medalists received various financial rewards as a token of appreciation for their remarkable dedication and outstanding accomplishments throughout the recent period, particularly for their stellar performances during the competitions in Paris.

In his address, Ashraf Sobhy expressed pride in Egypt’s champions, emphasizing the significance of their achievements at the Paris 2024 Olympics amidst stiff global competition. He commended the talented youth generation, extending wishes for continued success and triumphs in the years ahead.

Sobhy underscored the Egyptian state’s commitment, backed by political leadership, to prioritize the sports sector and support athletes with the resources needed to excel internationally. He highlighted the recent fruitful collaboration between the government and the private sector, emphasizing the combined efforts to provide financial and moral backing to athletes, serving as a strong motivational force for their accomplishments.

Ahmed Mansour, CEO of Cred, conveyed his elation for the Egyptian champions and lauded their accomplishments at the Paris 2024 Olympics. He expressed pride in Cred’s involvement in the champions’ journey, from their dedicated efforts to the pinnacle of recognition, pledging unwavering support to uphold Egypt’s reputation on the global stage. Mansour emphasized the company’s belief in teamwork and the importance of encouraging and supporting youth across diverse fields.