Syria at the 2005 West Asian Games

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Syria at the
2005 West Asian Games
Flag of Syria.svg
IOC code SYR
NOC Syrian Olympic Committee
in Doha
Medals
Ranked 3rd
Gold
21
Silver
14
Bronze
16
Total
51
West Asian Games appearances

Syria participated in the 2005 West Asian Games held in Doha, Qatar from December 1, 2005 to December 10, 2005. Syria ranked 3rd with 21 gold medals in this edition of the West Asian Games. [1]

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References

  1. ↑ "Third West Asian Games". West Asian Games Federation website. Archived from the original on 21 October 2010. Retrieved 21 October 2010.


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