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Gulf Today
a day ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Abu Dhabi jiu-jitsu event begins on Aug.16 in Dubai
The fifth round of the Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, dedicated to no-gi competitions, will take place from Aug. 16-17, 2025 at Al Nasr Club in Dubai, with the participation of nearly 1,000 male athletes from clubs and academies across the UAE. Organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the round will feature high-level contests across all divisions. The first day will host matches in the under-12, under-14, and under-16 categories, while the second day will see the under-18, adult, and master divisions competitions take place. The championship continues to draw elite athletes and promising talents, offering a professional environment that raises athletes' technical performance levels, and cements the event as a leading sports platform in the nation. Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, expressed that the second edition of the championship serves as a leading model for talent development and building champions of the future. He noted that no-gi competitions highlight new aspects of athletes' skills and encourage them to adopt innovative and diverse techniques during matches, supporting the federation's efforts to develop and refine their abilities. The category presents a unique challenge distinct from traditional no-gi competitions, relying more heavily on speed, physical fitness and tactical skill, which enriches the audience experience and gives the event a dynamic, exciting character. He said: 'Since its inception, the championship, which bears a name close to our hearts, has contributed to nurturing strong generations both mentally and physically. It has been a significant step in the journey of developing jiu-jitsu in the UAE and elevating it to new heights of excellence. 'The championship attracts all segments of society, from athletes and their families to jiu-jitsu fans, in an interactive environment that strengthens community bonds and promotes the core values of jiu-jitsu, such as commitment, discipline and teamwork. It also reinforces the importance of sport as an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.' Meanwhile, the UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team on Tuesday closed their campaign at the World Games Chengdu 2025 with a total of four medals, following Mohammed Al Suwaidi's bronze in the men's open weight division on the final day of their competition. Al Suwaidi, who had already secured silver in the men's 69 kg division on Monday, added to the UAE's tally, which now stands at one gold, two silver, and one bronze. The UAE's four medals at this major global event came courtesy of Saeed Al Kubaisi, who won gold in the men's -85kg division; Mehdi Al Awlaki, who took silver in the men's -77kg category; and Mohammed Al Suwaidi, who earned silver in the -69kg division and bronze in the open weight competition. Yousef Abdullah Al Batran, Board Member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said, 'We are proud of the performance of our athletes at the World Games, where they faced some of the biggest names in jiu-jitsu on the international stage.
Japan Today
a day ago
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- Japan Today
Parkour winner
Japan's Mutsuhiro Shiohata performs his gold medal-winning routine in the men's freestyle final of the parkour event at the World Games Chengdu 2025 in Chengdu, China, on Tuesday. Parkour is a sport in which participants perform jumps and other skillful movements while moving between objects as quickly and smoothly as possible. © Reuters
CairoScene
a day ago
- Sport
- CairoScene
UAE Jiu-Jitsu Team Wins Gold & Two Silvers at World Games Chengdu 2025
The 12th edition of the World Games is being held in Chengdu, China, from August 7th to the 17th, bringing together nearly 5,000 athletes from 118 countries. Aug 12, 2025 The UAE jujitsu national team claimed three medals on the second day of the World Games Chengdu 2025, with standout performances in multiple weight divisions. Saeed Al Kubaisi secured gold in the under-85kg category after overcoming opponents from Portugal, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. Mehdi Al Awlaki earned silver in the under-77kg division, while Mohammed Al Suwaidi took silver in the under-69kg division. The 12th edition of the World Games is being held in Chengdu, China, from August 7th to the 17th, bringing together nearly 5,000 athletes from 118 countries across 34 sports.
Japan Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- Japan Today
Paktour winner
Japan's Mutsuhiro Shiohata performs his gold medal-winning routine in the men's freestyle final of the paktour event at the World Games Chengdu 2025 in Chengdu, China, on Tuesday. Paktour is a sport in which participants perform jumps and other skillful movements while moving between objects as quickly and smoothly as possible. © Reuters
Web Release
2 days ago
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- Web Release
Three medals for UAE jiu-jitsu champions at World Games Chengdu 2025
The heroes of the jiu-jitsu national team succeeded in winning three medals in the competitions of the second day of the World Games Chengdu 2025. Saeed Al Kubaisi claimed gold in the under-85kg division after a series of strong bouts against opponents from Portugal, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. Mehdi Al Awlaki won silver in the under-77kg division, while Mohammed Al Suwaidi earned silver in the under-69kg division. Considered a global showpiece for sports yet to be included in the Olympic Games, the 12th edition of the World Games, which runs in the Chinese city from Aug 7 to 17, 2025, features nearly 5,000 athletes from 118 countries competing across 34 sports, making it one of the most prominent international sporting events. H.E. Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said: 'Jiu-jitsu in the UAE has proven its excellence and its ability to succeed at every opportunity, supported by the sport's continued growth and the achievements of our national team on both continental and global stages. Our athletes have consistently made the nation proud in regional and international arenas, and today's result is even more significant given the presence of top-ranked competitors from around the world. This success is the result of the Federation's ongoing efforts and initiatives to prepare our athletes to perform at the highest level.' Gold medallist Saeed Al Kubaisi said: 'I entered the championship confident in my ability to win gold, as it's the natural result of the hard work and intensive training we've put in over recent months. I want to thank the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation for the support they have given us, helping us reach this stage and make our mark at a global event of this scale.' Mehdi Al Awlaki said: 'The final was tough, but I never gave up and kept pushing until the last second because my goal was gold. I'm happy to take silver in such an important championship, and I'm confident there is more to come.' Tomorrow, Tuesday, Emirati athletes will compete in the open weight division, with Mehdi Al Awlaki, Saeed Al Kubaisi, and Mohammed Al Suwaidi in the men's category, and Asma Alhosani, Shamsa Al Amri, and Shamma Al Kalbani in the women's category.
