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Al Etihad
5 days ago
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Under the patronage of Nahyan bin Zayed, 2nd Abu Dhabi Grand Shooting Championship to take place in the emirate
7 July 2025 17:15 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in collaboration with the Office of Weapons and Hazardous Materials, has announced the launch of the second edition of the Abu Dhabi Grand Shooting Championship, held under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports championship will take place from August 13-24, 2025, in accordance with the official regulations of the UAE Licensed Firearms Shooting Championship. The event aims to support the sport of shooting, encourage its responsible practice within the community, and align with the UAE leadership's vision of preserving and promoting traditional heritage will be hosted across three premier venues: Al Forsan International Sports Resort – Abu Dhabi, Al Dhafra Shooting Club – Madinat Zayed, and Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club – Al Ain. The total prize pool across all categories exceeds Dh1 Excellency Mohammed Suhail Al Neyadi, Director General of the Office of Weapons and Hazardous Materials, emphasised that the second edition continues the strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council to promote shooting sports within a professional and safe framework. He noted that the championship also aims to strengthen the culture of responsible firearm use in line with the values and traditions of Emirati Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, said: 'This championship reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting all sports, especially those rooted in Emirati heritage. We strive to provide an ideal and well-organised environment for athletes to participate, while also enhancing community cohesion, discovering local talent, and instilling values of discipline and responsibility.'The championship will officially begin on August 13 2025, at Al Forsan International Sports Resort with the 9mm Pistol competition. The first three days of the event (13-15 August) will be entirely dedicated to resident competitions, under a new and exclusive category designed to offer residents a unique opportunity to participate and compete in a dynamic sporting at Al Dhafra Shooting Club include the .223 Rifle on August 16, 2025, followed by the .308 Rifle on August 17, the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club, competitions resume on 22 August 2025 with the 9mm Pistol, followed by the Men's Shotgun on 23 August 2025, and concluding on 24 August 2025 with the Women's Shotgun, Junior, and Team Clay Shooting competitions. The event is expected to attract wide participation across various age groups and skill levels, reflecting the growing community interest in this time-honoured sport.
Al Etihad
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Nahyan bin Zayed honours Emirati runner Salem Al Hashemi
23 May 2025 12:06 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has honoured Emirati runner Salem Abdullah Al Hashmi, a member of the Abu Dhabi Running Team, in recognition of his remarkable achievement in completing the Abbott World Marathon Majors — one of the most prestigious and challenging series in the global long-distance running Hashmi successfully completed all six races in the series with an average finish time of under three major marathons in which Al Hashmi participated include the New York Marathon in November 2023, the Boston Marathon in April 2024 where he achieved his fastest time of 2 hours and 53 minutes, followed by the Berlin Marathon in September 2024, the Chicago Marathon in October 2024, the Tokyo Marathon in March 2025, and the London Marathon in addition to these achievements, Al Hashmi also participated in several other international and regional races, including the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, the Dubai Marathon, the Barcelona Marathon, and the Valencia Marathon — reflecting a distinguished and accomplished athletic the meeting, His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised Al Hashmi for his exceptional dedication and efforts, noting that this achievement embodies the spirit of determination and perseverance that defines the Emirati people and their ability to represent the nation at the highest international levels. His Highness emphasised that Al Hashmi's outstanding performance in this elite global series serves as an inspiration to young athletes and further strengthens the role of both community and competitive sports within the Highness affirmed that supporting national talents across all sectors — particularly in sports — remains a top priority for the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in line with the vision of the wise leadership, which continues to invest in empowering athletes and promoting further stressed that success stories like that of Al Hashmi reflect the fruitful outcomes of investment in grassroots and professional sports alike. They also serve as evidence of Emiratis' ability to compete and succeed in the world's toughest athletic arenas, thanks to the nation's supportive environment and strategic Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan also received members of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council team and commended their exceptional efforts in organising impactful community events. His Highness highlighted the important role such events play in raising awareness about the benefits of sport, encouraging active and healthy lifestyles, and discovering and nurturing local talent within a motivating and supportive atmosphere. He expressed his appreciation to all teams and departments for their unwavering dedication and commitment to fulfilling the emirate's ambitious sporting and social his part, Al Hashmi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the honour, affirming that the unwavering support of the UAE's leadership and the continuous encouragement of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council played a vital role in turning this sporting dream into reality. He described his participation in the marathons of New York, Boston, Berlin, Chicago, Tokyo and London as a unique experience and a significant challenge that contributed immensely to his athletic development and global Hashmi also acknowledged the importance of the support and encouragement he received from his teammates in the Abu Dhabi Running Team, in addition to his regular participation in the community races organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council. These races, he noted, offer an ideal environment for nurturing talent and are a major driver for excellence and commitment in Hashmi, who works as an engineer at TAQA Distribution, began his athletic journey as a football player in the youth categories of Al Wahda Club, before transitioning into recreational running. Over time, he has evolved into one of the UAE's leading marathon athletes, successfully balancing a professional career with sporting achievements — making him a role model in combining personal ambition with national pride.
Al Etihad
06-05-2025
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- Al Etihad
Under the patronage of Nahyan bin Zayed, Asian Individual Chess Championship to take place in Al Ain Region
6 May 2025 17:08 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the Asian Individual Chess Championships for Men and Women – Masters Section will be held at Danat Al Ain Resort from May 6-16, organised by Al Ain Chess Club and the UAE Chess Federation, under the supervision of both the Asian and International Chess Federations, the event is considered the largest in the history of Asian Sultan bin Khalifa bin Shakhbout Al Nahyan, President of the Asian Chess Federation and Chairman of Al Ain Chess and Mind Games Club, stated that hosting the championship in Al Ain reflects the UAE's position as a leading hub for mind sports, and embodies the leadership's vision of supporting international intellectual and sports of the Asian Chess Federation, Hisham Al Taher, explained that the championship serves as a platform to discover new champions and qualify them for the 2025 World will see more than 600 male and female players from 38 Asian countries, and a record 284 players in the Classical Championship, compared to just 142 in the 2022 edition in India. The men's section features 178 players — a 93.4 percent increase from previous numbers and the women's section includes 106 players — an 85.6 percent UAE is represented by eight players, most notably Grandmaster Salem Abdulrahman, ranked 7th in tournament comprises nine classical rounds, with a special Blitz Championship on 10 May minimum rating requirement is 2,000 for men, 1,800 for women and will see a total prize fund of Dh300,000 ($80,000), awarded in full and tax-free. Official FIDE ratings as of May 1, 2025 will be used and for the first time, VAR (Video Assistant Referee) technology will be implemented in chess to ensure fairness in disputed situations. Al Taher said, 'We promise a championship worthy of Asia, filled with excitement, top-tier organisation, and sportsmanship, a true milestone in the history of chess.'
Al Etihad
09-04-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Nahyan bin Zayed awards winners of Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship 2025
9 Apr 2025 23:03 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), has awarded winners of the Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship by ADSC, Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, the championship promoted traditional sports and UAE maritime heritage. His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan praised the efforts of organisers and highlighted the event's role in supporting traditional fishing methods while fostering community engagement with the UAE's maritime heritage. His Highness further highlighted the UAE leadership's support for events that preserve national identity, promote connection to traditions, and enhance Abu Dhabi's position as a sports and tourism destination.
Al Etihad
29-03-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Under the patronage of Nahyan bin Zayed, Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship to take place in the emirate
29 Mar 2025 23:05 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), the Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship will be held from April 4 to 6, event is organised by the ADSC, Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, and the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club (ADMSC).The competition will take place across three locations in the emirate: Abu Dhabi, Al Mirfa, and Delma Island. Both professional and amateur anglers, including men and women, are invited to participate, competing for a total prize pool of Dh1.168 million, awarded across the top 60 prizes will also be offered to encourage participation and enhance championship is part of the Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship series, which includes the previous Al Dhafra Grand Kingfish and Al Mugheira Grand Kingfish events, as well as the upcoming Yas Grand Kingfish competition. The season champions (both male and female), who accumulate the highest points across the season's competitions, will receive a car. Additionally, the participants with the heaviest kingfish in both men's and women's categories will win a fishing boat and Dh50, Khalfan Al Mazrouei, Acting Executive Director of the Festivals and Events Sector at the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, praised the pioneering role of the Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship during the 2024/2025 season in promoting and preserving maritime heritage for future generations. Al Mazrouei emphasised how the event strengthens the values of the UAE's rich heritage and the importance of the people's connection to the sea as a fundamental part of national Mazrouei said: "We extend our sincere gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his support of the upcoming championship, reflecting the leadership's commitment to enhancing heritage events that highlight national identity and foster community engagement with our cultural heritage."Al Mazrouei also commended the efforts of the organising committee and the collaboration between the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, as well as all partners and sponsors, in ensuring the success of the Mustafa Al Hashimi, Executive Director of the Events Sector at ADSC, said: "The championship reflects Abu Dhabi's vision to enhance its status as a global sports and heritage destination. It aims to preserve the UAE's maritime heritage and support traditional fishing sports, promoting values of authenticity, sustainability, and environmental protection."The patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan underscores the leadership's dedication to preserving national identity, maintaining our rich maritime heritage, and boosting sports, cultural, and heritage tourism across Abu Dhabi."Saif Saif Al Suwaidi, Board Member and Managing Director of ADMSC, emphasised that the championship is one of Abu Dhabi's premier maritime sports and entertainment events. It significantly contributes to promoting marine fishing sports and organising exceptional events that attract enthusiasts both locally and Suwaidi said: "The Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club is proud of its extensive experience in organising these championships and consistently strives to uphold the highest standards. This reflects our commitment to developing fishing and marine sports in all forms and ensuring their continuity. Our goal is to host events that enhance Abu Dhabi's reputation as a global sports destination, showcase our organisational capabilities, and support local talents while engaging the community in these unique activities." The Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship plays a vital role in preserving the UAE's rich maritime heritage, encouraging younger generations to participate in traditional fishing sports, boosting tourism across various regions of Abu Dhabi, supporting the local economy, and highlighting Abu Dhabi as a global sports and cultural hub.
