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The President of the Republic, His Excellency Bassirou Diomaye Faye, received this Tuesday, December 24, 2024, in audience, Omar Kane, alias Reug Reug, MMA world champion, and Mouhamed Tafsir Ba, kick-boxing champion. These exceptional athletes were elevated to the rank of Knight of the Order of Merit for their exemplary career and their commitment to flying the flag for Senegal. Through this distinction, President Faye wished to honor all combat sports, thus reaffirming the unwavering support of the State for their development. Sport, a factor of unity and national pride, will continue to receive all the attention it deserves. (Presidency)