Asian Beach Games 2026: Maldives Relay Team Delivers Strong Timing in Beach Athletics Shuttle Relay
Maldives’ beach athletics team recorded a solid performance in the 4x60m shuttle relay event at the Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China.
The Maldivian relay team comprising Aishath Shaba Saleem, Shua Ahmed Rishfan, Hawwa Muzna Faiz, and Ahnaa Nizaar, completed the race with an impressive timing, reflecting a well-coordinated team effort.
Event Overview
Event: 4x60m Shuttle Relay (Beach Athletics)
Team: Aishath Shaba Saleem, Shua Ahmed Rishfan, Hawwa Muzna Faiz, Ahnaa Nizaar
Result: 3rd place in the heat
Timing: 33.49 seconds
Heat: Final heat featuring four competing nations
This relay marked the final beach athletics event for Maldives at this edition of the Games, with the team competing in the concluding heat of the event. The Maldivian team demonstrated strong coordination and pace throughout the race, finishing third in a competitive field. The timing achieved reflects a positive outcome, particularly given the level of competition.
Following the event, coach Hussain Inaas noted that the athletes performed in line with their level of preparation, highlighting that participation in relay formats at this level provides valuable international exposure. He emphasized that such experiences are essential for the long-term development of young athletes, while also playing a key role in building confidence and raising performance standards for future competitions.
