Egyptian gymnast Habiba Marzouk has sparked a flurry of activity on social media in Egypt over the past few hours after a video of her performance in Spain went viral, showcasing her in Pharaoh-inspired attire. The athlete performed in one of the halls in Valencia, Spain, during the World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship, where Egyptian identity was prominently reflected. She delivered her routine in attire inspired by the garments of ancient Egyptian queens, accompanied by the tune of "Luxor Baladna."
The performance began to the famous song "Luxor Baladna Balad Sawah," sung by the late Mohamed El-Azaby, as she gradually appeared to execute her rhythmic movements with grace, surrounded by visuals featuring pyramids. The performance concluded with the phrase "Thank you, Habiba Marzouk," displayed in Arabic, expressing admiration for her unique showcase.
Many social media users in Egypt shared the video of the Egyptian gymnast, expressing their appreciation for her, as she reflected her love for her country. The comments were overwhelmingly positive, encouraging her to continue, with remarks like: "This is the performance of the international Egyptian gymnast Habiba Marzouk at the World Gymnastics Championship in Spain, with Egyptian music and pure Egyptian identity, in the style of ancient Egyptian queens; the performance is beautiful."
