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Reem Abulleil

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Reem Abulleil is an Egyptian multimedia journalist and editor with over 14 years of experience covering sport both regionally and internationally. She travels the world covering tennis, F1 and the NBA, while also focusing on Arab athletes across a wide range of sports. Her columns and exclusive interviews provide insight into the happenings on the tennis circuit and shed light on important issues related to sport in the MENA region. Reem is also the host and producer of The National’s Abtal podcast, a series dedicated to Arab athletes and their journeys towards the Paris Olympics.
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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - NOVEMBER 08: Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan poses with the Billie Jean King Trophy after victory against Aryna Sabalenka during the Singles Final match on day eight of the WTA Finals Riyadh as part of the Hologic WTA Tour 2025 at King Saud University Indoor Arena on November 08, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Matthew Stockman / Getty Images for WTA)
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Iga Swiatek plays a forehand against Madison Keys on day one of the WTA Finals at the King Saud University Indoor Arena in Riyadh. Getty Images
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