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IMMAF Youth World Championship: Saif Alblooshi is UAE's golden boy
23 July 2025 21:23 Al Ain (Aletihad)Saif Alblooshi clinched the first gold medal for UAE at the IMMAF Youth World Championships in Al Ain on Wednesday, defeating Azizullo Mirzoev of Tajikistan in the Youth B (14–15 years) 40-kilogramme delivered a composed and technically dominant performance, earning strong support from the home crowd. This marks the second time Alblooshi has won gold in the tournament by the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation, having also topped the podium in 2023 in the same weight division. Adding to the UAE's medal tally, Ghala Al Hammadi secured a silver medal in the Youth B women's 44 kg category. With these results, the UAE's total medal count now stands at 11: one gold, two silver, and eight bronze. The event, hosted in Al Ain for the first time and running until July 27, is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive third day of the championship marked the start of the Youth B category at the ADNEC Centre in Al Ain. The division continues on Thursday, with more closely matched bouts expected as athletes with similar skill levels compete across multiple weight competitions were attended by Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa bin Shakhbout Al Nahyan, President of the Asian Chess Federation, President of the UAE Esports Federation, Chairman of Al Ain Chess and Mind Games Club, and Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council; Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade; Rashed Al Manei, the Director General of Al Ain City Municipality; Yousef Al Batran, Board Member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation; among other dignitaries. Mohammed Al Hosani, MMA committee member at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and MMA Federation, said, "We are seeing clear progress each day in terms of technical skill and tactical discipline shown by athletes inside the cage. This year's championship is gaining momentum and reflects a promising future for youth athletes around the world. The strong spectator presence and family support have added a meaningful community and cultural dimension to the event."
Al Etihad
15-05-2025
- Politics
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Accompanied by Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, US President visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
15 May 2025 20:32 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)US President Donald Trump has visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive visit started with a solemn stop at the mausoleum of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, where the US President and his accompanying delegation paid tribute to the UAE's Founding Father and reflected on his enduring legacy that laid the foundations for promoting tolerance, coexistence and peace the tour, the US President and his accompanying delegation explored the mosque's halls and outer courtyards, receiving insights into the mosque's role in fostering intercultural dialogue and mutual understanding among diverse cultures and faiths. They were also briefed on the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre's efforts to promote the values of Islam, and strengthen cross-cultural and civilisational exchange worldwide. The US President and his delegation were additionally guided through the history of the mosque and its distinctive architectural and artistic features, which reflect the rich heritage of Islamic architecture across the centuries, embodied through intricate designs and engineering elements that showcase the beauty of traditional Arab and Islamic culture. Trump's Middle East visit Continue full coverage Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
