Paris 2024 champion Mohamed Elmenyawy wins his first World Championships title at home.
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There was emotion, there was pressure and there was glory in the end!
Reigning Paralympic champion Mohamed Elmenyawy delivered it when it mattered the most – winning his first World Championships title at home, in front of his family and friends on the second day of the Elite competitions at Cairo 2025 on Sunday (12 October).
The 27-year-old home star returned to international stage one year after his incredible gold medal at Paris 2024 only to achieve his career-best 210 kg in the men’s up to 59 kg at home.
Author's summary: Elmenyawy wins first World Championships title.