ABU DHABI: Al-Wahda Club Jiu-Jitsu Academy and Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club were crowned champions at the Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup, held at the Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, from March 15-16.
The adult championship saw the country’s best male and female competitors locking horns, culminating in Al-Wahda securing the top position in the men’s division and Baniyas claiming victory in the women’s category.
In the men’s division, Al-Wahda outperformed Baniyas, the defending champions, to snatch the title that their rivals had held for the last four years. Similarly, in the women’s division, Baniyas were on top of their game and retained the title, forcing Al-Wahda to settle for second place. Meanwhile, Al-Wahda improved their position from third place last year to second place this year in the women’s division.
Additionally, Al-Ain also delivered commendable performances, securing the third position in both the men’s and women’s divisions.
Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa bin Sultan Al-Nahyan, UAE ambassador to Qatar, crowned the winners, and was accompanied by Abdulmunem Alsayedmohammed Alhashmi, chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, president of the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Union and senior vice president of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation; Mohammed Salem Al-Dhaheri, vice chairman of the UAEJJF; and Youssef Al-Batran, UAEJJF board member.
“This year’s Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup featured the brightest local champions, making the competition the strongest ever,” Alhashmi said. “The enthusiastic crowd, exceptional organization and dedication of the teams also contributed to the success of the event.”
Alhashmi also congratulated the winners and expressed appreciation to the clubs for their important role in promoting jiu-jitsu and creating a competitive environment in the sport.
Obaid Meftah, chairman of Al-Wahda Sports Group Company, said: “We can’t be happier with achieving the men’s division title, which we have been waiting for over four years. Our athletes have worked hard for this moment and deservedly earned their share of the podium.
“We dedicate this great victory to His Highness Theyab bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, president of the Al-Wahda Club, our biggest supporter, and to the entire Al-Wahda family and loyal fans.”
