30-01-2025
Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship 2025 to Kick Off on February 1 - Middle East Business News and Information
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the organisers of Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship is all set to launch the second edition of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship on February 1, 2025. This event, which offers a total prize pool of USD 400, 000 will take place in Dibba, Fujairah, and will run until February 8, 2025.
The championship, which is returning for its second edition, will feature over 400 participants from 37 countries, as well as referees from various countries, including the United Kingdom, United States of America and Europe. It aims to attract a diverse audience from across the region. The championship schedule includes preliminary competitions and training sessions from February 1 to 4, side events from February 1 to 7, and the main championship from February 5 to 8. The opening ceremony will take place on February 4, while the winners of the main championship will be honored on February 8, the closing day of the championship.
The main championship will consist of 24 stands, each equipped with six machines, presenting ten targets, including singles and doubles. Over four days, participants will face a total of 240 targets, with 60 targets to be covered each day, and competitors will be organised into six-man squads. Furthermore, this edition will feature side events, including 50 Target English Sporting from February 1st to 4th, 50 Bird Re-Entry English Sporting from February 5th to 7th, and Pool Shoots from February 1st to 7th. This year, the organizers are introducing a new side event for visitors from the UAE at the FMSC, allowing non-professional shooters to test their shooting skills. This opportunity will be available from February 1 to 7 at a designated shooting arena and overseen by professional instructors.
Saif Al Zahmi, Director, FMSC, said: 'We are all set for another exhilarating edition of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. This year, we also mark the participation of over 400 clay shooting professionals and shooting enthusiasts from 37 countries. With every edition, our aim is to strengthen the championship's position in clay shooting competitions worldwide. Additionally, one of our side events, which will cater to non-professional shooters, is being launched to create more opportunities for people to test their skills in clay shooting.'
The second edition of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship is being organised in collaboration with the National Sporting Clays Association, Clay Pigeon Shooting Association and Fujairah Shooting Club. For the second time in a row, the championship will utilise 100% natural ammunition, featuring biodegradable wads and eco-friendly Vivaz clay targets suitable for various age groups, all to minimise environmental impact. Furthermore, the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship is also partnering with Eley Hawk for a second consecutive year to supply eco-friendly lead ammunition for participants. Additionally, Promatic Inc. is the exclusive trap partner and supplier for the championship's clay target machinery. This commitment to sustainability aligns with FMSC's goal of making the championship more environmentally friendly.
