UAE jiu-jitsu team dominates day one in Amman with two golds
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The team captured two gold, two silver and three bronze medals in the men's divisions, reaffirming its dominance in one of the continent's most prestigious jiu-jitsu competitions.
Theyab Al-Nuaimi (56kg) and Mohamed Ali Al-Suwaidi (69kg) each claimed gold, while Omar Al-Suwaidi (56kg) and Khaled Al-Shehhi (62kg) earned silver. Mehdi Al-Awlaki (77kg), Hazza Al-Qubaisi (85kg) and Faraj Al-Awlaki (94kg) brought home bronze.
Fahad Ali Al-Shamsi, secretary-general of the UAE and Asian Jiu-Jitsu Federations, congratulated the athletes, citing sustained support from wise leadership as a key factor in their continental success.
'This encouraging start reflects the hard work of our technical and administrative teams, as well as the players' dedication and discipline,' he said. 'It's a fantastic first step toward our goal of topping the overall rankings. Today's achievement boosts our confidence in the team and emphasizes our athletes' commitment to proudly represent the UAE.'
He also said that Mubadala Investment Company's long-term strategic partnership, in place since 2023, had been instrumental in enhancing the team's preparation and performance at major continental and international tournaments.
Head Coach Helder Medeiros was pleased with the results, citing the high quality of play and progress made by several Asian nations. He highlighted the team's continued analysis and preparation for the upcoming women's and under-21 competitions.
Gold medalist Theyab Al-Nuaimi regarded his triumph as a proud moment for both himself and his teammates, recognizing weeks of intense training and discipline. He also praised his coach and the federation for their support.
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