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Burkina Faso's Iron Biby, World's Strongest Man, Honored as Best African Athlete of 2024
Burkina Faso's Iron Biby, World's Strongest Man, Honored as Best African Athlete of 2024
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Burkinabe athlete Iron Biby was named the world's strongest man in September, when he lifted a log weighing 231 kg. The county's then congratulated the... 23.02.2025, Sputnik Africa
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Burkina Faso's athlete Iron Biby, whose real name is Cheick Ahmed al-Hassan Sanou, was awarded the "Best African Athlete of the Year 2024" trophy in Ouagadougou on Friday.Iron Biby, known for his strength athletics, particularly in log lifting, said that "this trophy belongs to Burkina Faso," calling on the youth to be resilient, combative and patriotic.The trophy was awarded as part of the second edition of the "African Sports Economy Awards," organized by the General Society of Sports and Events Management under the patronage of the Ivorian Minister of Sports and with technical support from UNESCO. The awards honor individuals who contribute to the development of sports across Africa.
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Burkina Faso's Iron Biby, World's Strongest Man, Honored as Best African Athlete of 2024
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Burkinabe athlete Iron Biby was named the world's strongest man in September, when he lifted a log weighing 231 kg. The county's then congratulated the sportsman, saying this victory "is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Burkinabe people to stand firm despite adversities."
Burkina Faso's athlete Iron Biby, whose real name is Cheick Ahmed al-Hassan Sanou, was awarded the "Best African Athlete of the Year 2024" trophy in Ouagadougou on Friday.
"Today, you are proud to raise the flag of Burkina Faso to the top of African sports. You embody hope not only for the youth of Burkina Faso, but also for an entire generation that sees you as living proof that everything is possible through hard work and determination," Burkina Faso's Minister of Sports, Roland Somda said, presenting the award to the athlete.
Iron Biby, known for his strength athletics, particularly in log lifting, said that "this trophy belongs to Burkina Faso," calling on the youth to be resilient, combative and patriotic.
The trophy was awarded as part of the second edition of the "African Sports Economy Awards," organized by the General Society of Sports and Events Management under the patronage of the Ivorian Minister of Sports and with technical support from UNESCO. The awards honor individuals who contribute to the development of sports across Africa.
