UAE athletes continued their outstanding performances at the UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Championship, reinforcing their lead in the overall national standings at the close of the second day of competition, held at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The event drew wide participation in the cubs, kids, and juniors categories for both boys and girls. The UAE topped the standings with 242.940 points, well ahead of second-placed Brazil on 72.500 points, while Russia placed third with 43.400 points.
The competitions were attended by Abdulmunem Al Sayed Mohamed Al Hashemi, President of the UAE and Asian Jiu-Jitsu federations and First Vice President of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation; Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice President of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation; Sultan Al Yabhuni Al Dhaheri, Director of the Office of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Hamid Al Kutbi, member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation Board of Directors; Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary General of the federation; and Tariq Al Bahri, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Professional League.
Participation at the academy level was record-breaking. Commando Group Academy maintained its lead in the overall academy standings with 56.850 points, followed by M.O.D Academy in second place with 32.000 points, while the ADMA team placed third with 23.050 points.
The results are in line with the UAE's strategic approach to developing the sport through hosting and organising major world championships and providing a comprehensive competitive environment that hones talent, advances sporting excellence, and drives the country towards the top of continental and global competitions.
The second day of competition attracted a notable crowd, with the arena's stands packed with families and parents who turned out in force to support the male and female athletes throughout the hours of competition.
Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri affirmed that the cubs, kids, and juniors categories represent one of the federation's most important milestones, given their pivotal role in preparing the champions of the future and instilling sporting values in rising generations.
He said the federation is proud of the distinguished level displayed by athletes across all age groups, and of the strong family presence that formed an essential part of the day's success. He noted that these categories represent the foundation of the sporting pyramid, from which the future champions who will continue to raise the UAE's flag at continental and world events will emerge.
Al Dhaheri added that the positive interaction between athletes and parents reflects the success of the federation's vision to build an integrated sporting community — one that makes jiu-jitsu a way of life and an educational value, as well as a competitive sport. He affirmed that the federation will continue working to provide the best training and organisational environments for these categories, contributing to the development of their abilities, the honing of their talents, and the strengthening of their self-confidence on and off the mat. The championship continues today with competition in the youth and juniors categories, alongside bouts for professional competitors holding purple, brown, and black belts.