Gulf Air flew Arab Women’s tennis Champion Linda Abu Mushref to Doha to take part in the Qatar International Tennis Federation Tournament in which she came second.
Through winning the Arab Women’s singles title in Jordan, Linda gained entry to the main draw for this world ranking tournament and her mother and coach Lenka Abu Mushref, who also travelled compliments of Gulf Air, was confident of a strong showing.
“This is a great experience for Linda and can only enhance her progress towards becoming a tennis champion the future. We are very grateful to Gulf Air for the support they are providing,” said Lenka.
Fourteen-year-old Linda has already experienced International Tennis Federation (ITF) tournaments in Spain and this week she is in Dubai for the Fourth UAE Junior ITF Tennis Tournament.
Gulf Air has regularly provided support to a number of up-and-coming young sportsmen and women, like Sami Kooheji who represented Bahrain at sailing in the Athens Olympics.
“We are delighted to provide our support to Linda and we wish her well in this and future tournaments,” said Gulf Air Manager Leisure Marketing Anthony Gauci.
About Gulf Air
Founded in 1950, Gulf Air is presently owned by the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Sultanate of Oman and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and is the only truly Pan Gulf carrier in the region.
More than half a century later, the regional, geographic and cultural values that the airline has embraced over more than half a century are still central in defining the brand and service ethos within the contemporary and global environment.
Today the airline’s network stretches from Europe to Asia and covers 44 cities in 30 countries. The fleet comprises 34 aircraft.
Under President and Chief Executive James Hogan, the successful implementation of the first phase of a restructuring programme, which commenced in 2003, has resulted in the establishment of a platform for sustained commercial operation.
It has also provided a framework for a succession of innovative products and services including the unique Sky Chefs and Sky Nannies that form part of Gulf Air’s ‘boutique airline’ vision.
The dramatic turnaround in fortunes has won international recognition. The Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) presented the airline with the prestigious Airline Turnaround of the Year Award for 2003. Gulf Air was also the recipient of the 2003 Platinum Award for the Best Airline in the Middle East and North Africa, which recognised the airline’s commitment to service excellence. Other awards include:
Winner - Middle East & North African Platinum Best Airline Travel Award 2004
Winner - Skytrax Most Improved Airline Award 2004
Winner - Skytrax Best First Class Onboard Food Category 2004
Winner - Skytrax Best Business Class Check-in Category 2004
