فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
In a deep analysis of Morocco’s participation in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, a clear picture emerges of the reality of Moroccan sports and its structural challenges. Despite limited achievements, there is an urgent need to reconsider national sports strategies.
Morocco won only two medals: a gold in the 3000-meter steeplechase thanks to Soufiane El Bakkali, and a bronze in football for the Olympic team. These results, while significant, reflect a general weakness in Moroccan sports performance on the international stage.
Morocco’s participation in 19 sports disciplines did not translate into tangible results, with most athletes exiting competitions in early stages. This reality raises serious questions about the effectiveness of current sports policies and the quality of preparation for international competitions.
Historically, athletics was a source of pride for Moroccan sports, with world champions like Nawal El Moutawakel and Hicham El Guerrouj. However, today, with the exception of El Bakkali’s achievement, this excellence seems to be in continuous decline.
The structural problems affecting various sports, from boxing to swimming, indicate an urgent need for comprehensive reform. Repeated failures are not the result of transient circumstances, but rather reflect a deep flaw in the national sports system.
The analysis highlights the importance of developing an integrated sports ecosystem, including sports-study programs, improving infrastructure, and enhancing professionalism in the management of sports federations. It also emphasizes the need to attract sponsors and invest resources in developing young talents.
The experiences of successful sports nations confirm that building national sports power requires a long-term strategy, focusing on systematic planning and effective, transparent management. In contrast, Morocco is still in the early stages of this process, with sports federations needing modernization and development.
In conclusion, the results of the Paris 2024 Olympics serve as a wake-up call for those responsible for Moroccan sports. The real challenge lies in translating these lessons into concrete action plans aimed at raising the level of Moroccan sports and achieving greater accomplishments in future international events.
