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Boxer to secure Jordan’s first medal
By JT - Sep 29,2014 - Last updated at Sep 29,2014
AMMAN — Jordan’s boxers have been in superb form at the Asian Games and on Monday, Obadeh Al Kasbeh guaranteed the first medal for Team Jordan by reaching the semifinals of the lightweight division in Incheon, South Korea, according to a statement from the Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC). In front of a packed arena supporting the home boxer Han Soonchul, Kasbeh put on a masterful performance to win three rounds to nil, earning a standing ovation from his new found fans. His win guarantees at least a bronze medal and he was congratulated on the phone by HRH Prince Feisal, president of the JOC. His performance has also inspired his teammates. Shortly after his brilliant win, Odai Al Hindawi dominated Nepal’s Ujjar Thapa to reach the quarter-finals of the middleweight division. Such was Hidawi’s dominance, his opponent resorted to using tactics that resulted in a disqualification during the second round. Meanwhile, in cycling Razan Soboh and Samah Khalid finished in 19th and 20th spots respectively in the women’s 126km road race. Tuesday is another busy day for Team Jordan with four boxers, two taekwondo and two wrestlers in action.
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