Farida Osman

Egyptian swimmer · United States · On the map · Athletes · Born 1995 · age 31

Farida Hisham Osman is an Egyptian competitive swimmer who specializes in butterfly and freestyle events. She is an All-Africa Games gold medalist and Egyptian national champion and record-holder. Osman is the fastest female swimmer in Egypt and Africa, she is currently coached by Teri McKeever.

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2019BBC 100 WomenAward2018“I was the youngest player in the league and I didn’t understand what was going on.”In their words24 January 2018Farida Osman: Yes I am Egyptian but I can be faster than others,24 Jan 2018, by Yasmine HassanRead the whole statement

“At the beginning, no one encouraged, supported or even gave attention to any sports other than football.”In their words24 January 2018Farida Osman: Yes I am Egyptian but I can be faster than others,24 Jan 2018, by Yasmine HassanRead the whole statement

“I am really interested to help young females to achieve what they want to.”In their words24 January 2018Farida Osman: Yes I am Egyptian but I can be faster than others,24 Jan 2018, by Yasmine HassanRead the whole statement

2016“I am a hard worker and passionate young lady that happened to have little talent and would like to pursue my dream of having an Olympic medal for my country.”In their words18 June 2016Meet the Olympians: Farida Osman,18 June 2016,Posted by Cresi HeslopRead the whole statement

“My advice to young athletes, not only girls, is to never give up on your dreams and to be committed and determined to it because it is definitely worth the journey.”In their words18 June 2016Meet the Olympians: Farida Osman,18 June 2016,Posted by Cresi HeslopRead the whole statement

“I think greatness in life is to follow your dream, work hard, fight and never give up till you reach your goal.”In their words18 June 2016Meet the Olympians: Farida Osman,18 June 2016,Posted by Cresi HeslopRead the whole statement

1995Born18 January 1995

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Winning the world championship was a dream of mine since I was a little girl. I trained so hard to achieve that goal and it was definitely the best feeling ever.
24 January 2018 · Farida Osman: Yes I am Egyptian but I can be faster than others,24 Jan 2018, by Yasmine Hassan, Own words

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BBC 100 Women2019

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Osman holds the senior national records for all the butterfly, freestyle and backstroke events, as well as African records in the 50m and 100m butterfly.

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