Ibrahim Hamato of Egypt became the real sensation of the Paralympic games. He is a table tennis player, but what is more impressive is that he plays without his hands. And he plays brilliantly! Hamato holds the paddle with his teeth and use his right foot to throw the ball in the air. That’s why he wears only one shoe, while he is playing table tennis.
Two years ago, Hamato had the chance to play against the best table tennis players in the world, which was a dream to come true for him, because his hobby is to watch the world’s best table tennis players.
The Egyptian has lost his hands in a train accident when he was 10 years old. After this disaster for him, Ibrahim has been so sad, that he hasn’t gone out from his room for 3 years. Then, he has tried to play football, but it didn’t work for him. After the failure with football, the Egyptian reorient himself to the other sport he adores – table tennis.
To continue with, in the very beginning of his table tennis practices, he has tried to hold the paddle in his hand, but it was unsuccessful. However, he didn’t give up. Ibrahim Hamato had to hold the paddle with his mouth. And, believe me – he is a very good player!
This is the story for the human spirit. This story is about there is nothing impossible! Ibrahim Hamato is a bright example for all the people in the world. The Egyptian has 3 children and the most important things in his life are his wife, his children and, of course, the table tennis! These things keep him alive! And even though he couldn’t win a game, he is a real winner! He has won the fight with the sadness and depression. Hamato has won his biggest match – against the injustices of life!