Riyan Malhan Wins UAE's First Youth Olympic Gold

Nov 6, 2026

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Nov 6, 2026 03:30

UAE’s Riyan Malhan wins historic Youth Olympics gold, hugs rival

## Historic Victory for UAE

Riyan Malhan has made history by winning the United Arab Emirates' first-ever gold medal at the Youth Olympic Games. Competing in Dakar, he triumphed in the boys’ badminton singles final against France’s Mady Sow with scores of 21-17, 21-18.

## A Gesture of Sportsmanship

Following his victory, Malhan demonstrated remarkable sportsmanship by embracing his opponent, a moment that was captured and shared by the official Olympics Instagram account. This act of respect highlighted the spirit of fair play at the event.

## Building on Past Success

Malhan's achievement in Dakar follows his earlier success at the 2026 Asian U17 and U15 Junior Championships in Chengdu, China, where he won the boys’ under-17 singles title and a bronze in doubles. His Youth Olympic gold adds to his growing list of accolades, marking a significant milestone for both him and UAE badminton.

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