AMMAN (WAM)
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team made a stunning start at the JJAU Regional Championship West Asia in Jordan, clinching 15 medals on the opening day, including six gold, four silver, and five bronze.
The athletes demonstrated exceptional performance, building on their recent achievements at major continental and international events.
Shining for the team were Faisal Al Wahdi (-69 kg), Ammar Al Hammadi (-56 kg), Hamdan Al Dhahri (-56 kg), Khalfan Al Zeedi (-77 kg), Harib Al Hammadi (-62 kg), and Ahmad Andeez (-69 kg), who claimed gold medals. Salem Al Qubaisi (-56 kg), Ahmed Al Hosani (-52 kg), Saif Al Ameri (-85 kg), and Rashed Aldhaheri (-62 kg) earned silver medals, while Ahmed Loobari (+77 kg), Ghanem Al Ali (-52 kg), Hazza Al Kaabi (-56 kg), Omar Awda (-77 kg), and Saeed Alblooshi (-77 kg) secured bronze medals.
Technical Director at the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, Mubarak Al Menhali, praised the National Team for its performance, highlighting it as a testament to the effectiveness of the federation’s strategies and development programmes.
“We have always had confidence in our champions’ capabilities because they consistently show the highest levels of passion and commitment. They give their all in training and strive for excellence in every competition. Our goal for this championship was to secure the maximum number of medals, and our athletes rose to the challenge with confidence and strength,” Al Menhali said.
Al Menhali expressed gratitude for the support from the nation’s visionary leadership, which presents a great motivation for the team in their ongoing quest for regional and international dominance in the sport.
“We remain committed to supporting our athletes, especially in the youth categories, by providing training opportunities and participation in various championships to enhance their skills and experience,” he added.