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Sama Al-Bakr poses with a trophy. (AN photo by Nisar Illikkottil) video

Saudi female tennis players challenge stereotypes as sporting dreams become reality

  • The response from Saudi Ambassador to the US Princess Reema bint Bandar was swift, describing their views as “outdated” and “Western-centric”
  • Talented players of different age groups are being cultivated
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