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Al Etihad
13-04-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
UAE champions raise their tally to 10 medals at Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Tour in London
13 Apr 2025 16:51 LONDON (WAM) The second day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Tour in London concluded Saturday night at the Copper Box Arena in the British event featured more than 700 male and female athletes from various countries competing in the Youth and Masters divisions, with a large audience in attendance who enthusiastically engaged with the high-level athletes delivered a remarkable performance on the second day, winning 7 additional medals — 5 gold and 2 silver—bringing the country's total medal count in the London leg to gold medalists included Salem Al Qubaisi and Ahmed Saeed Al Shamsi from Al Ain Club, Abdullah Andeaz and Al Anood Al Hameli from Al Jazira Club, and Abdullah Al Aqidi from Al Wahda Club. The silver medals were secured by Haroon Khouri from ADMA Academy and Ahmed Al Rashdi from Al Jazira Manager of the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP), Tareq Al Bahri, confirmed that this year's London leg marked the largest participation ever in the city since the tour's praised the technical level of the matches, the enthusiastic crowd, and the professional organisation, which included extensive TV coverage through 12 cameras inside the venue, alongside significant local and international media Bahri noted that the championship is followed closely worldwide, with constant communication over the past two days with Abdulmunem Al Hashmi, President of the UAE and Asian Jiu-Jitsu Federations and First Vice President of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation, who consistently ensures the implementation of the highest standards in organisation, refereeing, technical execution, and media also confirmed ongoing efforts to further develop the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam from year to year, whether through increasing the number of tour stops or updating rules to minimise stalling and enhance the audience Bahri added that registration is now open for the season finale of the 2024–2025 tour, set to take place in Abu Dhabi in noted significant interest from clubs and academies worldwide, prompting the consideration of extending the event from three to four days to accommodate growing its launch in 2015, the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Tour has become one of the world's leading professional jiu-jitsu championships. It is organised by the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) with the goal of spreading the sport globally and providing a professional environment to discover and develop tour includes multiple stops in major international cities such as Tokyo, London, Rio de Janeiro, Miami, Rome, Sydney, Beijing, and Istanbul, with each season culminating in a final event in Abu Dhabi. The results of the championship contribute to the AJP's official annual rankings and serve as a crucial platform for skill development, international experience, valuable prize money, and elite-level organisation that meets the highest global standards.
Emirates 24/7
07-04-2025
- Sport
- Emirates 24/7
UAE tops podium at AJP Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championship
The AJP Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championship concluded this evening after three days of intense competition at Shabab Al Ahli Arena in Dubai. The tournament saw wide participation across various categories, age groups, and nationalities, offering competitors the opportunity to compete at the highest levels and earn points in the official annual international ranking approved by the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP). As one of the main events on the AJP season calendar, the championship featured fierce contests between top athletes in an ideal sporting environment, with strong spectator turnout. Commando Group Academy secured first place in the overall team rankings, followed by MOD Academy in second place, while Al Jazira Club took third. At the country level, the UAE maintained its top position ahead of Brazil in second and Colombia in third. Yousef Abdullah Al Batran, Board Member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said, 'The Dubai International round delivered multiple gains, foremost among them reinforcing the UAE's global leadership in jiu-jitsu and its position as an exceptional destination attracting champions from around the world. This round succeeded in hosting an elite group of high-level international athletes, offering high-quality competitions that delighted and excited the audience.' He added, 'What we witnessed from the strong performances of Emirati athletes throughout the championship is a source of pride. They made a remarkable presence across all categories and reached the podium. This achievement would not have been possible without their commitment, dedication, sacrifices, and the tremendous support they receive from the federation, clubs, and academies, which play an influential role in building a generation that meets the aspirations and hopes of the UAE's leadership and people.' Gold medalist Faraj Al-Aulaqi, who claimed victory in the 94 kg division, expressed his happiness with the achievement, noting that the support of his athletically rooted family was the greatest motivation behind his win, as he and his siblings all practice sports and have earned significant achievements in the field. He said, 'This win is especially meaningful to me because I represent a family that loves sports and believes in a culture of excellence. My siblings have always been a source of inspiration, encouraging me to stay committed and continuously improve. This gold medal is a milestone in a long journey where I aim to raise my country's flag at the biggest championships. The jiu-jitsu season is still ongoing, and I am fully prepared to give my all and strive for more accomplishments.' After a six-month absence due to an ACL injury, Emirati champion Sultan Jaber returned to secure gold in the 69 kg division. He expressed his joy at this win, saying, 'Today I return to the competition mat through the gateway of the AJP Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championship, and I feel immense pride in claiming gold at this event. The recovery period was difficult, but it gave me the opportunity to rebuild myself through an intensive rehabilitation and training program, in collaboration with the technical and medical teams at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation and Al Wahda Club, who played a major role in my strong comeback.' He continued, 'I fought three tough matches on the final day and was able to win them all by submission, which confirms that I've returned with high readiness and great confidence. This achievement marks a new beginning for me and gives me further motivation to continue working and claim more titles for both my club and the national team.' This championship represents a new milestone in AJP's journey to promote and expand jiu-jitsu regionally and globally, in line with the UAE's vision of building an integrated sporting society that supports talent and development. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Al Etihad
06-04-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
UAE tops podium at AJP Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championship
6 Apr 2025 20:25 DUBAI (WAM) The AJP Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championship concluded on Sunday evening after three days of intense competition at Shabab Al Ahli Arena in tournament saw wide participation across various categories, age groups, and nationalities, offering competitors the opportunity to compete at the highest levels and earn points in the official annual international ranking approved by the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP).As one of the main events on the AJP season calendar, the championship featured fierce contests between top athletes in an ideal sporting environment, with strong spectator Group Academy secured first place in the overall team rankings, followed by MOD Academy in second place, while Al Jazira Club took third. At the country level, the UAE maintained its top position ahead of Brazil in second and Colombia in Abdullah Al Batran, Board Member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said, 'The Dubai International round delivered multiple gains, foremost among them reinforcing the UAE's global leadership in jiu-jitsu and its position as an exceptional destination attracting champions from around the world. This round succeeded in hosting an elite group of high-level international athletes, offering high-quality competitions that delighted and excited the audience.'He added, 'What we witnessed from the strong performances of Emirati athletes throughout the championship is a source of pride. They made a remarkable presence across all categories and reached the podium. This achievement would not have been possible without their commitment, dedication, sacrifices, and the tremendous support they receive from the federation, clubs, and academies, which play an influential role in building a generation that meets the aspirations and hopes of the UAE's leadership and people.'Gold medalist Faraj Al-Aulaqi, who claimed victory in the 94 kg division, expressed his happiness with the achievement, noting that the support of his athletically rooted family was the greatest motivation behind his win, as he and his siblings all practice sports and have earned significant achievements in the said, 'This win is especially meaningful to me because I represent a family that loves sports and believes in a culture of excellence. My siblings have always been a source of inspiration, encouraging me to stay committed and continuously improve."This gold medal is a milestone in a long journey where I aim to raise my country's flag at the biggest championships. The jiu-jitsu season is still ongoing, and I am fully prepared to give my all and strive for more accomplishments.'After a six-month absence due to an ACL injury, Emirati champion Sultan Jaber returned to secure gold in the 69 kg division. He expressed his joy at this win, saying, 'Today I return to the competition mat through the gateway of the AJP Dubai International Jiu-Jitsu Championship, and I feel immense pride in claiming gold at this event. The recovery period was difficult, but it gave me the opportunity to rebuild myself through an intensive rehabilitation and training program, in collaboration with the technical and medical teams at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation and Al Wahda Club, who played a major role in my strong comeback.'He continued, 'I fought three tough matches on the final day and was able to win them all by submission, which confirms that I've returned with high readiness and great confidence. This achievement marks a new beginning for me and gives me further motivation to continue working and claim more titles for both my club and the national team.' This championship represents a new milestone in AJP's journey to promote and expand jiu-jitsu regionally and globally, in line with the UAE's vision of building an integrated sporting society that supports talent and development.
Arab News
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Pouya Rahmani proud to represent UAE in upcoming PFL World Tournament
DUBAI: Pouya Rahmani will have the biggest opportunity of his young mixed martial arts career when he joins the heavyweight division of the 2025 PFL World Tournament later this year. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The jiu-jitsu fighter is 4-0 in MMA, and will be looking to extend his winning streak in 2025. 'After my last fight, my manager asked me what I wanted. He offered to give me an opportunity to fight for the second-biggest MMA organization in the world, and I'm happy to fight in the tournament,' Pouya, 32, said. 'They have the best fighters in the world, and they're all fighting for the title. This title, for me, is very important, and when I get that title, I'm going to have a much bigger goal. 'I'm going to challenge people from there, but until that happens, I just want to push myself to become PFL champion.' Pouya says he will be representing UAE proudly when he steps inside the PFL SmartCage. 'I'm going to represent where I live now, the UAE. For four years I've lived here, and I'm so happy because everything I have achieved in MMA, I started in the UAE, and I'm going to represent that in the PFL,' the Iran-born fighter explained. 'It's going to be my honor to represent this beautiful country. They're open for everyone, and they give us the opportunity to train hard, push ourselves to the limit, and train with the best so that we have the opportunity to fight in the best organizations. I'm happy to be competing for them.' A decorated amateur grappler with titles at the World Beach Games and the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro circuit in Gi and No-Gi tournaments, it is clear that Rahmani will be looking to take his opponents down. 'I'm the best grappler in the whole MMA community,' said Pouya. 'No MMA fighter can do what I can do in grappling. I became world champion in grappling. 'No one can do the same thing as me. So it's not just about getting the takedown, but also about how to control the guy. You can see a lot of people can take people down, (but) their opponents stand back up, you know.' All of Rahmani's wins have come by way of stoppage. Most recently, he won by first-round submission under the Absolute Championship Akhmat banner. 'In my last four fights, when I take someone down, it's over. No one can move under me. It's not because of magic or because of power, it's because I train a lot for that,' Pouya said. 'I spend a lot of my time every day, learning to be the best grappler in the world. It's not just about wrestling, it's about learning jiu jitsu, learning control, so I can be dangerous in any position,' he added. There is no doubt the 1.87-meter Iranian fighter will be a handful for the rest of the heavyweight field at the inaugural PFL World Tournament. The 2025 PFL World Tournament will feature 64 fighters competing in eight weight divisions, with $500,000 at stake. The tournament begins in April, with the first four events of the first round at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, US. The semifinal round is in June, and the finals in August.
