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Gulf Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Prize pool for Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship increased
His Highness Sheikh Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has directed an increase in the prize pool for the Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship to Dhs.3 million. This initiative reflects His Highness' commitment to nurturing athletic talent and empowering athletes to reach their full potential in a competitive environment that upholds the highest professional standards. The move also contributes to reinforcing jiu-jitsu's role as an effective tool for enhancing societal quality of life, given its positive impact in character building, discipline, mental wellbeing and physical fitness. Abdulmunem Alsayed Mohammed Al Hashmi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, President of the Ju-Jitsu Asian Union and Senior Vice President of the Ju-Jitsu International Federation, has expressed his deep gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed for this generous gesture, which reflects His Highness' commitment and close attention to the growth and advancement of the sport in the UAE. He added that the initiative places greater responsibility on the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation's board of directors to translate this support into impactful programmes that inspire athletes to develop their skills and provide optimal conditions for achieving sustainable athletic and social success. Al Hashmi noted that jiu-jitsu has evolved beyond being a competitive sport; it has become a way of life that contributes to public health and promotes sports culture as a means to elevate wellbeing within the UAE community. He also highlighted the championship's progression into a national initiative that reinforces Abu Dhabi's position as a global hub for combat sports and strengthens its social impact and presence, reflecting the UAE's commitment to fostering and developing niche sports and expanding their international presence among the premier events on the global sporting calendar. Meanwhile, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the fourth round of the Khaled Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, Gi category, will take place from June 27-29, 2025 at Mubadala Arena, Abu Dhabi. The event will feature broad participation from leading male and female athletes representing clubs and academies from across the UAE. Competitions will take place over three days, starting with the youth, adults and masters categories on the first day, followed by the under-14 and under-16 categories on the second day, and concluding with the under-12 and juniors categories on the final day. The diverse age group categories further reinforce the championship's role as a key platform for preparing future champions, while offering equal opportunities for development and progression in the sport. Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, expressed that the championship is making steady progress towards its goals of further elevating jiu-jitsu to new levels of performance and recognition. He noted that the marked improvement in participants' performances from round to round reflects the collective efforts of the federation, the athletes and their families. His Excellency also emphasised that the championship has become a vital platform for talent development and expanding the competitive base of the sport. He said, 'The championship carries an important social message. It is not just about competition; it also builds connections between families and athletes and promotes jiu-jitsu as a tool for character building and strengthening values. The growing turnout from participants and spectators confirms the success of this initiative and reflects how sport is becoming an integral part of Emirati society.' Earlier, the UAE National Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship concluded with great success at the Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi recently. The event, organised by the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) in cooperation with the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, ran for three days and witnessed record participation from 1,455 male and female athletes representing 77 countries and over 86 specialised academies.
Sharjah 24
3 days ago
- Sport
- Sharjah 24
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince raises Jiu-Jitsu Championship prize pool
Supporting athletic excellence This initiative reflects His Highness' dedication to nurturing athletic talent and empowering athletes in a competitive environment that meets the highest professional standards. Promoting Jiu-Jitsu as a lifestyle The decision also highlights jiu-jitsu's broader role in enhancing quality of life, contributing to character development, discipline, mental wellbeing, and physical fitness. Federation chairman expresses gratitude Abdulmunem Alsayed Mohammed Al Hashmi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, President of the Ju-Jitsu Asian Union, and Senior Vice President of the Ju-Jitsu International Federation, expressed deep appreciation for Sheikh Khaled's continued support for the sport. Call for greater responsibility and impact Al Hashmi stated that this generous gesture places greater responsibility on the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation's leadership to channel the support into effective programs that inspire athletes, boost skill development, and create sustainable success on both athletic and social levels. Elevating the Championship and Abu Dhabi's global standing He emphasized that jiu-jitsu has evolved into a lifestyle and a public health contributor, while also strengthening sports culture across the UAE. The championship, he noted, has grown into a national initiative that reinforces Abu Dhabi's role as a global hub for combat sports and reflects the UAE's broader vision of promoting niche sports on the international stage.
Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi directs increase in prize pool for Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship
25 June 2025 12:36 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has directed an increase in the prize pool for the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship to Dh3 initiative reflects His Highness' commitment to nurturing athletic talent and empowering athletes to reach their full potential in a competitive environment that upholds the highest professional move also contributes to reinforcing jiu-jitsu's role as an effective tool for enhancing societal quality of life, given its positive impact on character building, discipline, mental well-being and physical Alsayed Mohammed Al Hashmi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, President of the Ju-Jitsu Asian Union and Senior Vice President of the Ju-Jitsu International Federation, has expressed his deep gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed for this generous gesture, which reflects His Highness' commitment and close attention to the growth and advancement of the sport in the Hashmi added that the initiative places greater responsibility on the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation's board of directors to translate this support into impactful programmes that inspire athletes to develop their skills and provide optimal conditions for achieving sustainable athletic and social noted that jiu-jitsu has evolved beyond being a competitive sport; it has become a way of life that contributes to public health and promotes sports culture as a means to elevate well-being within the UAE Hashmi also highlighted the championship's progression into a national initiative that reinforces Abu Dhabi's position as a global hub for combat sports and strengthens its social impact and presence, reflecting the UAE's commitment to fostering and developing niche sports and expanding its international presence among the premier events on the global sporting calendar. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship 4th round takes place in Abu Dhabi from 27-29 June
24 June 2025 17:44 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, the fourth round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, Gi category, will take place from 27-29 June 2025 at Mubadala Arena, Abu event will feature broad participation from leading male and female athletes representing clubs and academies from across the will take place over three days, starting with the youth, adults and masters categories on the first day, followed by the under-14 and under-16 categories on the second day, and concluding with the under-12 and juniors categories on the final diverse age group categories further reinforce the championship's role as a key platform for preparing future champions, while offering equal opportunities for development and progression in the Excellency Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, expressed that the championship is making steady progress towards its goals of further elevating jiu-jitsu to new levels of performance and Excellency noted that the marked improvement in participants' performances from round to round reflects the collective efforts of the federation, the athletes and their families. His Excellency also emphasised that the championship has become a vital platform for talent development and expanding the competitive base of the sport. His Excellency said: "The championship carries an important social message. It is not just about competition; it also builds connections between families and athletes and promotes jiu-jitsu as a tool for character building and strengthening values. The growing turnout from participants and spectators confirms the success of this initiative and reflects how sport is becoming an integral part of Emirati society."
Al Etihad
6 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
UAE tops final day of UAE National Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship
22 June 2025 20:47 ABU DHABI (WAM)The UAE National Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship concluded on Sunday with great success at the Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi. The event, organised by the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro (AJP) in cooperation with the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, ran for three days and witnessed record participation from 1,455 male and female athletes representing 77 countries and over 86 specialised final day featured high-level performances in the amateur and professional divisions, with the closing bouts showcasing the remarkable progress and global spread of the sport. The UAE claimed the top spot in the overall team rankings with 299,700 points, followed by Brazil in second place with 98,000 points, and Colombia in third with 68,100 matches were attended by Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, and Tariq Omar Al Bahri, General Manager of AJP, who awarded the winners. Since its inception, the championship has embodied the institutional efforts of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation and AJP to organize world-class tournaments, offering a professional competitive environment that hones athletes' skills and contributes to their global ranking under the AJP on the event, Tariq Omar Al Bahri, General Manager of AJP, said: 'The UAE National Championship is a cornerstone on our calendar, playing a vital role in building a strong technical base and enhancing competitiveness both locally and internationally. "We thank the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, under the leadership of Abdulmunam Al Hashmi, President of the UAE and Asian Federations, and First Vice President of the International Federation, for their continued support. The tournament delivered high standards in organization, participation, and fan engagement, underscoring Abu Dhabi's status as a global hub for jiu-jitsu. "We now look forward to the opening round of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu World Tour, taking place next week in Istanbul, marking a strong start to the new season.'Several gold medalists expressed their pride in winning at such a prestigious event and praised the AJP for organizing competitions of this Jabr, who won gold in the professional brown belt 69kg division, said: 'Winning this championship is especially meaningful due to its high technical level and the fact that it's held in Abu Dhabi—the world capital of jiu-jitsu. It's a real opportunity for us to grow and compete with the best.'Ubaid Al Ketbi, gold medalist in the professional 62kg division, added:'The matches were intense and full of technical lessons. These kinds of tournaments are exactly what we need to progress toward professionalism.'Over its three days, the championship featured standout participation across various divisions including youth, kids, masters, amateurs, and professionals of both genders. This comprehensive representation solidified the event's standing as a key stop on the competitive jiu-jitsu calendar. The jiu-jitsu community now sets its sights on the launch of the 2024–2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam World Tour, which kicks off in Istanbul in the first week of July, with wide international participation expected.
