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Gulf Today
20-03-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Razooqi hails success of 2025 Karate 1-Youth League Fujairah
The Board of Directors of the UAE Karate Federation held a meeting, chaired by Major General (Ret.) Nasser Al Razooqi, President of the UAE and Asian Karate Federations and Vice President of the World Karate Federation. The meeting focused on reviewing the results of the World Youth League Karate Championship, which was held in Fujairah from February 20 to 23 at the Zayed Sports Complex. The meeting was attended by board members including Rashid Abdulmajid Al Ali, Vice-President of UAE and Asian Karate Federations, Engineer Humaid Shams, Secretary-General of the UAE Karate Federation and Tournament Director, Dr. Abdullah Al Badi, General Coordinator of the championship, Marwan Sankal, Deputy Chairman of the Federation, Dr. Abdullah Al Badi, Assistant Secretary-General, Mohammed Harb Al Shehhi, financial director, and Ibrahim Al Nuaimi, chairman of the competitions committee. Also present were expert Mohammed Abbas, Executive Director of the Federation, and Hisham Serry, Technical Director of the Federation Major General Razooqi expressing gratitude and appreciation to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, for his support and patronage of the championship, emphasizing that this backing was a key factor in the event's success. He also praised the organizational efforts of the organizing committee and all teams and entities that contributed to delivering an outstanding edition of the championship, highlighting its positive impact on the UAE's reputation as a global sports destination. The meeting included widespread appreciation for the opening ceremony, with board members expressing admiration for the traditional performances presented by Fujairah school students, as well as the musical operetta, which was well received by attendees. The participants also expressed satisfaction with the overall level of the championship, which achieved great organizational and public success. The meeting covered key topics, including competition reviews, the Asian Karate Federation's Executive Committee meeting, international cooperation—highlighted by an agreement with Kazakhstan—and the success of the new international referees' course organized with the World Karate Federation. The board also reviewed modifications made by the Competitions and Technical Committees, in coordination with the federation's Technical Director, to the schedule of the remaining tournaments for the season, with the first event set to take place on April 12, following Eid Al-Fitr. The meeting concluded with an emphasis on the importance of continuing efforts to develop karate in the UAE and to persist in hosting major sporting events, contributing to the advancement of the sport and strengthening its global presence.
Gulf Today
16-02-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Karate 1-Youth League Fujairah attracts participation of over 2,300 athletes
The UAE Karate Federation has unveiled details of the upcoming Karate 1-Youth League, set to take place at the Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah from February 20 to 23. The event will feature participation from over 2,300 male and female athletes representing 87 countries from various continents. The number of total participants, including athletes, coaches, referees, and official delegations, is expected to reach 4,000. The announcement was made during a press conference held at Umbrella Beach in Fujairah, attended by Rashid Abdul Majeed Al Ali, Vice President of both the UAE and Asian Karate Federations, Executive Board Member of the World Karate Federation, and Deputy Chairman of the tournament's Supreme Organizing Committee. Also present were Engineer Humaid Shamis, Secretary General of both Arab and UAE Karate Federations, and Tournament Director, along with Dr. Abdullah Al Badi, Assistant Secretary General of the UAE Karate Federation and General Coordinator of the tournament. Majeed welcomed the attendees and expressed gratitude to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, for his unwavering support of the championship, describing it as the first key to the event's success. He highlighted that one of the biggest achievements was relocating the refereeing course from Spain to the UAE, which he regarded as a significant milestone. He also mentioned that more surprises are expected in the coming days. Furthermore, he emphasized the vital role played by Major General (Ret.) Nasser Abdul Razzaq Al Razooqi, President of both the UAE and Asian Karate Federations and Vice President of the World Karate Federation. His leadership and strong relationships within the global karate community have greatly contributed to the success of the event. For his part, Shamis stated that the UAE Karate Federation has successfully transformed Fujairah into the capital of martial arts over the past two years. He expressed confidence that, through collective efforts, this edition would be exceptional. He revealed that as of the press conference, 2,305 athletes from 87 countries had registered—a record-breaking number expected to increase due to the late registration system allowing entries until the tournament's launch. He further elaborated on the referee and coaching participation, stating that 254 referees from 54 countries had applied for international certification in "Kumite," held on the sidelines of the global event. Additionally, 197 referees from 50 countries had applied for certification in "Kata." The tournament will feature 173 international referees from 61 countries. A total of 137 coaches from 62 organizations have applied for certified coach status, while 363 accredited coaches from 242 organizations will participate. The number of official delegations has reached 37 representatives from 26 countries, and the championship will include competitions across 46 categories. Dr. Abdullah Al Badi, the tournament's General Coordinator, stated that all arrangements for the opening ceremony have been finalized, ensuring a spectacle worthy of the event. He hinted at several surprises during the ceremony and highlighted the significant buzz the championship has generated throughout Fujairah in recent days. Al Badi also noted that the presence of Skydive Dubai at the press conference was an important community engagement initiative—a first of its kind—originating from the Federation's Board of Directors, which is working tirelessly to deliver a world-class tournament that reflects the UAE's capabilities in hosting global sporting events on the eastern coast. Several members of the UAE national karate team also spoke about their preparations for the championship and their readiness for the highly anticipated competitions starting on February 20. Ahmed Salem Baslaib, Director of National Teams, confirmed that all athletes were prepared for the event. He emphasized that the Karate 1 Youth League is a qualifying event for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics and serves as an important opportunity to assess the technical levels of the competitors. The press conference also featured an exhilarating performance by the Skydive Dubai team, which captivated the audience. Additionally, the official tournament mascot, the falcon "Barq," was officially introduced.
