(MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula
DOHA: Qatar Insurance, the leading insurance group in the MENA region recently celebrated the triumphant victory of Al Annabi team with Qatar Handball Federation (QHF).
The celebratory event that was held at the Sheraton Hotel marked the coveted win of the Al Annabi team at the Asian Games 2018. The team won the first gold medal during the 2014 Asian Games in Incheon, South Korea.
The high profile event was attended by Salem Al Mannai, Deputy Group President & CEO QIC MENA region and other QIC officials, who welcomed the President of the Qatar Handball Federation, Ahmed Mohamed al Shaabi, the coaches, the players of team Al Annabi and media.
Al Annabi team defended their title by defeating their opponent with a dominant late display, scoring seven goals in ten minutes of extra-time to register a 32-27 win to clinch the country's sixth gold medal.
Congratulating the team for its outstanding performance, Salem Al Mannai, stated, 'Being the leading national insurer, QIC takes pride in extending its relentless support and good wishes to Qatar Handball Federation. In fact we consider such initiatives as a way of demonstrating our commitment towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and promoting the incredible sporting talent in Qatar.
'Under the wise leadership of the Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and guidance of the President of Qatar Olympic Committee, His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al Thani, the team has made a significant contribution towards achieving Qatar National Vision 2030, Al Mannai added.
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