Abu Dhabi: Al Wahda Club Jiu-Jitsu Academy and Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club were proclaimed champions at the Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup, which took place at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on March 15 and 16.
The top male and female competitors in the nation squared off in the championship, which was only open to adult athletes. Al Wahda emerged victorious in the men’s division, while Baniyas triumphed in the women’s division.
In the men’s division, Al Wahda demonstrated high technical skills and resilience, outperforming Baniyas, the defending champions, and snatching the title that the team held for the last four years. Similarly, in the women’s division, Baniyas were on top of their game and retained the title from last year, forcing Al Wahda to settle for second place. Meanwhile, Al Wahda improved its position from third place last year to second place this year in the women’s division.
Following the thrilling finals, Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAE Ambassador to Qatar, crowned the winners. He was accompanied by Abdulmunem Alhashmi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF), 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.
Alhashmi extended his gratitude to Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa for gracing the event with his presence and awarding the winners. “This year’s Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup featured the brightest local champions making the competition the strongest ever. The enthusiastic crowd, exceptional organization, and dedication of the teams also contributed to the success of the event,” said Alhashmi.