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"Girls can do anything. They can play anything. They can be champions."
Hadia Hosny is emphatic as she speaks from the heart to Olympics.com about an important topic for her: the participation of women in sport in her native Egypt.
A three-time badminton Olympian who competed at Beijing 2008, London

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LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 29:  Hadia Hosny of Eygpt returns a shot against Chloe Magee of Ireland in their Women's Singles Badminton on Day 2 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Wembley Arena on July 29, 2012 in London, England.  (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

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International Women's Day 2024: Egypt's Hadia Hosny breaking down walls as parliamentarian, lecturer, and retired badminton athlete

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A politician, lecturer, and three-time Olympian, Hosny has played a significant role in fostering the growth of female sports in her country. "Don't stop at any challenge. Go on, achieve your dreams," is her message for the young girls. Check out our exclusive interview.

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International Women's Day 2024: Egypt's Hadia Hosny breaking down walls as parliamentarian, lecturer, and retired badminton athlete

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