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Al Bustan Centre & Residence, the popular hotel-apartment among tourists and businessmen in the heart of Dubai, hosted over 200 delegates from 05th to 13th February 2019, who were here to participate in the recently concluded 10th Fazza World Para Powerlifting World Cup.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, supported by the club’s strategic partners Dubai Sports Council, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), the General Authority for Youth and Sports Welfare (GAYSW), and the UAE Paralympic Committee and supervised by the Dubai Club for People of Determination, the competition saw participation from 30 plus countries from across the globe.

The sport boasting a number of athletes from more than 110 countries is the ultimate test of upper body strength and the male and female athletes can compete in more than 10 different weight lifting categories starting from 49 kg and 41 kg respectively.

Moussa El Hayek, Chief Operating Officer of Al Bustan Centre and Residence, said: “The achievements of all these athletes participating in various world championships is a proof that physical disability need not be an obstacle to success. The great achievements of people of determination are a proof that strong will and perseverance are the two qualities that can help people overcome any barrier and achieve their goals. As the official hospitality partner, we always do our best to deliver an exceptional guest experience and make them feel comfortable in their surroundings and are always open to feedback to improvise our services or to accommodate special requests.”

To conclude the championship and celebrate the spirit of participation, Al Bustan Centre & Residence hosted a gala dinner on February 12th for all the participants along with a cake cutting ceremony. Mr. Yasser Moussa, General Manager at the property and Mr. Majid Abdullah Al Usaimi, Director of Fazza Championships for People of Determination and Executive Director of the Dubai Club for People of Determination attended the event and led the activities at the gala dinner. Mr. Yasser Moussa on behalf of the property accepted the plaque of recognition presented by Fazza Championships and Dubai Club for People of Determination.