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

Fariba Hashimi and her sister Yulduz encountered significant challenges while training to become cyclists in Afghanistan. Their talent was recognized after they excelled in local competitions, earning them a chance to join the national team. After their escape to Italy, Fariba's remarkable achievement of winning a silver medal at the Asian Games signified a breakthrough for Afghan women, representing hope and perseverance against Taliban restrictions.