UAE's Jiu-Jitsu team wins six medals at Grand Prix Paris Open
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team made a strong start at the Grand Prix Paris Open 2025, winning six medals – four gold and two silver – on the opening day of the championship.
The event was held in the French capital with the participation of 400 male and female athletes from 30 countries.
Gold medals were secured by Shamma Al Kalbani (63kg), Omar Ali Alsuwaidi (56kg), Mayed Al Shehhi (62kg) and Mohammed Al Suwaidi (69kg). The silver medals were won by Theyab Alnuaimi (56kg) and Khaled Al Shehhi (62kg).
Mubarak Saleh Al Menhali, Director of the Technical Department at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, attributed the team's success to the Federation's extensive training regimen and well-structured plans.
'These results reflect the athletes' hard work and commitment. The National Team's strong performance marks an important step towards upcoming events, particularly the JJAU Regional Championship West Asia in Jordan, the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, and the World Games 2025 in China,' he said.
'I congratulate the athletes who have excelled and outperformed a group of prominent competitors thanks to their determination and discipline. There is still a chance to add more medals on the final day of the championship.'
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