The Saudi physics team achieved 5 international awards at the International Physics Olympiad IPhO 2026, which was held in Bucaramanga, Colombia, from July 4 to 12, 2026, with the participation of 381 male and female students representing 87 countries. Student Mohammed Abdulrahman Al-Urfaj from the General Administration of Education in the Eastern Region won a silver medal, while Mohammed Mahmoud Al-Raml from the General Administration of Education in the Eastern Region, Reda Salem Al-Khames from the General Administration of Education in Al-Ahsa Governorate, and Hussein Habib Al-Saleh from the General Administration of Education in Riyadh Region each won 3 bronze medals, while student Nasser Hisham Al-Shai' from the General Administration of Education in Riyadh Region received a certificate of appreciation. The beginning from Nesmo. This achievement came after an advanced training journey undertaken by the students within the Mawhiba International Olympiad Program, starting with participation in the National Science and Mathematics Olympiad 'Nesmo', passing through a series of specialized training forums and programs, reaching the intensive training stage, under the supervision of elite local and international experts. A new achievement. The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity 'Mawhiba' explained that the Kingdom's tally in the International Physics Olympiad has risen, as a result of this participation, to 8 silver medals, 26 bronze medals, and 23 certificates of appreciation, an achievement added to the series of successes recorded by the Kingdom in global scientific forums. This achievement reflects the excellence of Saudi students and their ability to compete in one of the most prestigious international scientific competitions, and embodies the impact of the strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education in building a national system for discovering, nurturing, and empowering talented individuals, and preparing them for global competition in science and innovation. The International Physics Olympiad IPhO is one of the most prestigious international scientific competitions for secondary school students in physics, combining theoretical and practical tests that measure deep understanding of physical concepts, analytical and experimental skills, and provides students with the opportunity for scientific competition and exchange of experiences with elite young talents from various countries around the world.

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