Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins Asian Games silver

Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi wins Asian Games silver

Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi, who once disguised herself as a man to train under Taliban rule, won silver in the women's road race at the Asian Games in Japan. The Italy-based 23-year-old said the medal shows the resilience of Afghan women and hopes it inspires the next generation.

Source: Al Jazeera

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