Saudi skier shrugs off pressure of historic Beijing Winter Olympics
LONDON: Fayik Abdi could be forgiven for basking in the glory of becoming a Saudi Arabian national hero.
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LONDON: Fayik Abdi could be forgiven for basking in the glory of becoming a Saudi Arabian national hero.
Alpine skier Fayik Abdi said he is hoping to spread awareness of winter sports in Saudi Arabia as he aims to become the first athlete to represent the country at the Winter Olympics in Beijing this month.
By Ahmed Yosri and Imad Creidi
Alpine skier Fayik Abdi said he is hoping to spread awareness of winter sports in Saudi Arabia as he aims to become the first athlete to represent the country at the Winter Olympics in Beijing this month.
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