Games-Qatar's Barshim withdraws from high jump final at Asian Games
NAGOYA, Japan - Former world champion and Olympic gold medalist Mutaz Barshim from Qatar has decided to withdraw from the men's high jump final at the Asian Games, according to the Qatar Athletics Federation's announcement on X on Sunday. The reason behind his withdrawal was an injury, which has disqualified him from competing in the event.
The federation expressed sympathy for Barshim, wishing him a speedy recovery and hoping for a stronger comeback. This development is a significant setback for the three-time world champion, who had previously pulled out of the 2025 World Championships due to a foot injury that had disrupted his preparations despite his presence at the Asian Games with the Qatar team.
Barshim's crowning moment in his career was at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where he shared the gold medal position with Italy's Gianmarco Tamberi after both athletes successfully cleared a height of 2.37 meters.
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