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Arab News
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
UAE jiu-jitsu team dominates day one in Amman with two golds
Amman: The UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Team began its campaign at the 9th Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship with a strong showing, securing seven medals on the first day of competition at Prince Hamzah Hall in Al-Hussein Youth City, Amman. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport 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.
Gulf Today
15-02-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
UAE bag 11 medals at Jiu-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship in Bangkok
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu team concluded its participation in the under-14-year-old category of the Ju-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship in Bangkok today, Thursday, with 11 coloured medals: two gold, three silver, and six bronze. Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE and Asian Jiu-Jitsu Federations, praised the team's performance, stressing that the results achieved are the fruit of hard work and advanced training programmes adopted by the Federation with unlimited support from the wise leadership.
Khaleej Times
29-01-2025
- Sport
- Khaleej Times
85 athletes to represent UAE at Asian Jiu-Jitsu events
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has confirmed the participation of 85 athletes in the 2025 Asian Jiu-Jitsu Cup – U14 and the 2025 Asian Jiu-Jitsu Youth Championship, scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 13-15 February. The delegation includes 20 athletes competing in the U14 division and 65 athletes in the Youth categories. In 2024, Abu Dhabi hosted the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Youth Championship, where the UAE national team excelled with an impressive haul of 41 medals, including 11 gold, eight silver, and 22 bronze. Building on that success, the team aims to compete strongly for the title in Bangkok and further solidify its position as a leading force in Asian jiu-jitsu. Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary General of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said: 'The Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship is one of the most prestigious events we participate every year, showcasing the UAE's leadership in the sport across the continent. It also provides a key platform to evaluate the progress of our youth athletes and their readiness to excel on the global stage. 'Youth competitions are central to the Federation's strategy, as they represent the future of jiu-jitsu in the UAE. We remain dedicated to identifying and nurturing young talent through world-class training and coaching programmes.' Pedro Damasceno, UAE National Team Coach, said: 'We have carefully assembled a strong team, blending experienced athletes with fresh talent. The team is following an intensive training programme and is fully committed to performing at its best in the upcoming championships. The athletes are showing great confidence and dedication, and we look forward to seeing them shine on the continental stage once again.'
