UAE Jiu-Jitsu Team Wins Gold & Two Silvers at World Games Chengdu 2025
Aug 12, 2025
The UAE jujitsu national team claimed three medals on the second day of the World Games Chengdu 2025, with standout performances in multiple weight divisions.
Saeed Al Kubaisi secured gold in the under-85kg category after overcoming opponents from Portugal, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. Mehdi Al Awlaki earned silver in the under-77kg division, while Mohammed Al Suwaidi took silver in the under-69kg division.
The 12th edition of the World Games is being held in Chengdu, China, from August 7th to the 17th, bringing together nearly 5,000 athletes from 118 countries across 34 sports.
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