Abu Dhabi witnessed an electrifying conclusion to the second Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship as His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, attended the eighth and final round at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City. The championship, spanning ten months and eight rounds across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Fujairah, drew the nation’s finest athletes, showcasing the UAE’s growing prominence in the sport.
The championship featured both Gi and No-Gi competitions, with over 2,500 male and female participants competing across multiple age groups, including under-12, under-14, under-16, under-18, adult, and masters divisions. Clubs and academies from across the UAE demonstrated exceptional skills, determination, and teamwork throughout the event, highlighting the depth of talent in the country’s jiu-jitsu community.
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His Highness personally awarded the winners, applauding their achievements and the high level of performance, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit demonstrated throughout the championship. The event also recognised the crucial role of sponsors, whose support has been instrumental in promoting community participation and advancing sporting values across the UAE.
The championship has quickly become a landmark event in the UAE’s sports calendar, offering a platform not only for competition but also for nurturing young talent. With rigorous organisation, professional standards, and wide participation, the championship reinforces Abu Dhabi’s vision of becoming a global hub for jiu-jitsu.
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation emphasized that the success of the championship reflects the leadership’s dedication to investing in youth, building self-confidence, and instilling teamwork and respect among athletes. Clubs across the nation celebrated the opportunity to compete at such a high level, while spectators witnessed some of the finest displays of technical skill and competitive spirit in recent memory.
The second edition of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship stands as a testament to the UAE’s commitment to fostering sports excellence and creating avenues for young athletes to shine on both national and international stages.
