Fifth round of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Dubai
DUBAI (WAM)The fifth round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, dedicated to no-gi competitions, will take place on August 16 and 17 at Al Nasr Club in Dubai, with the participation of nearly 1,000 male athletes from clubs and academies across the UAE.Organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the round will feature high-level contests across all divisions. The first day will host matches in the under-12, under-14, and under-16 categories, while the second day will see the under-18, adult, and master divisions competitions take place.Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said that no-gi competitions highlight new aspects of athletes' skills and encourage them to adopt innovative and diverse techniques during matches, supporting the federation's efforts to develop and refine their abilities.The category presents a unique challenge distinct from traditional gi competitions, relying more heavily on speed, physical fitness and tactical skill, which enriches the audience experience and gives the event a dynamic, exciting character.
He added: 'Since its inception, the championship, which bears a name close to our hearts, has contributed to nurturing strong generations both mentally and physically. It has been a significant step in the journey of developing jiu-jitsu in the UAE and elevating it to new heights of excellence.'
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