She trained disguised as a man, fled the Taliban and won Asian Games silver

Afghan cyclists Fariba and Yulduz Hashimi successfully fled the Taliban to continue their professional careers in Italy. The sisters, who previously trained in disguise to overcome restrictions in their home country, gained recognition after excelling in local competitions and earning spots on the national team.

Following their relocation, Fariba Hashimi achieved a significant milestone by winning a silver medal at the Asian Games. Her performance highlights the sisters' transition from clandestine training under restrictive conditions to competing on an international stage.