With the opening ceremony held Saturday evening at the JHAbdolaye Wade Stadium, the fourth annual Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games have officially been launched from October 31st to November 13th in Senegal.

At the parade of participating delegations, Kosovo’s flag held Judistari Arba Hasanaj, who had the honour of representing our country at this ceremony.

The ceremony was marked by a rich artistic programme, with choreography combining elements of Senegaln tradition and culture with the sport and Olympic spirit. Among those present was International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry.

Sportsmen aged 14 to 18, who will compete in various sports disciplines, participate in this edition of the Youth Olympics.

Kosovo’s Olympic team in Dakar consists of three athletes: Judistist Arba Hasanaj, taekwondist Shega Sejdiu and athlete Eris Avdullahu.

Kosovo representatives will aim to make the best of their competitions, representing the country at this important international sports event. /Telegraph/