UAE Ju-Jitsu team claims 7 medals at World Championship in Greece

The UAE Ju-Jitsu National Team claimed seven medals on day two of the Ju-Jitsu World Championship in Heraklion, Greece, bringing home two gold, three silver, and two bronze.

Omar Al Suwaidi (56 kg) and Khaled Al Shehhi (62 kg) captured gold, Balqees Abdul Karim (45 kg), Zayed Alkatheeri (56 kg), and Mohammed Al Suwaidi (69 kg) took silver, while Aysha Al Shamsi (45 kg) and Maitha Shraim (48 kg) secured bronze.

Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE Ju-Jitsu Federation, commended the achievements of both male and female athletes, emphasising that their success in winning multiple medals boosts the team’s chances of retaining the title.

“What our sons and daughters have achieved today clearly reflects the success of the intensive preparation phase and training camps that were crucial in honing the team members’ skills and enhancing their mental and physical abilities,” Al Shamsi added.

Omar Al Suwaidi, who competed in an all-Emirati final against Zayed Al Katheeri, said, “I dedicate this achievement to the UAE leadership, the people, and the UAE Ju-Jitsu Federation. I also thank everyone who has supported us on this journey.”

He added, “This success is the result of months of hard work and preparation. I am grateful to the Federation, the technical staff, and everyone who helped us reach this level. We are focused on winning more medals and titles.”

Khaled Al Shehhi, the 62 kg gold winner, added, “Achieving this accomplishment brings indescribable happiness. I’ve worked hard, especially during the training camp. I am proud to raise the UAE flag on the podium and hear our national anthem - these are priceless moments of pride.”

Competitions continue on Sunday with the men’s 77 kg and 85 kg categories and the women’s 57 kg and 63 kg categories. Representing the national team will be Mahdi Al Awlaqi and Sultan Al Hosni (77 kg), Saeed Al Kubaisi (85 kg), Shamsa Al Amri and Al Anoud Al Hosni (57 kg), and Shamaa Al Kalbani (63 kg).