The young Emile was influenced by his father’s own successful swimming experience (he was champion of Lebanon in 1955.), and started daily practices at the age of 8. 8 years old First competition. 10 years old Champion of his category. 13 years old Member of the Lebanese delegation to the 1988 Seoul Olympics.The youngest athelte at these olympic games. 14 years old Champion of Lebanon. 16 years old Member of the Lebanese Delegation to the Asian Games in China.Member of the Lebanese Delegation to the Mediterranean Games. 17 years old Member of the Lebanese delegation to the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Won the Bronze medal at the Arab Championship.  18 years old Member of the Lebanese Delegation to the Mediterranean Games.