The AJP Tour UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Championship, organised by the UAE
Jiu-Jitsu Federation in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Pro
(AJP), concluded on Sunday at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City, with
Commando Group securing first place.
The event featured competitions in the amateur and professional
divisions on the final day, where the Commando Group fighters
demonstrated their dominance throughout the day.
Baniyas claimed the second-place position, while Al Jazira secured the third spot.
Abdel Moneim Al Hashemi, Chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation,
President of the Asian Jiu-Jitsu Union, and Senior Vice President of the
International Jiu-Jitsu Federation, and Mohammed Salem Al Dhaheri,
Deputy Chairman of the UAEJJF, along with representatives from various
clubs, academies, and partners, were present at the Arena.
Mansour Al Dhaheri, Board Member of the Federation, said: “The AJP Tour
UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Championship successfully provided a platform for
a distinguished group of professionals holding black, brown, and purple
belts to showcase their skills on the mat and compete at the highest
levels. The championship also showcased emerging talents in the Kids and
Youth categories, who represent the future of the sport.
“The Championship also offered amateurs an opportunity to grow and
steadily advance in their journey towards professionalism. These efforts
align with the Federation’s vision of establishing a strong foundation
of athletes capable of excelling both locally and globally.”
The Commando Group Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Abu Dhabi made a significant
impact on the tournament with the participation of more than 200
athletes across various categories, including the professional category.
They delivered outstanding performances throughout the event, while
Sharjah Self Defense Sports Club claimed the top spot on the opening
day.
Christian Lara, coach, and athlete of the Commando Academy, expressed
his satisfaction, saying, “We have a strong squad of local fighters and
South American athletes who rank among the best in the world.
“These tournaments hold exceptional importance for them as they allow
them to earn points that enhance their rankings and give them priority
in participating in major upcoming events, especially the Abu Dhabi
World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship.”
Tareq Al Bahri, General Manager at AJP, stressed the impressive
participation in the championship. “Considering the championship is
being held during the summer and holiday period, we have witnessed
massive participation.
“This is because of the significance of the event, as it provides 1000
AJP ranking points and is perceived as preparation for upcoming major
championships, particularly the highly anticipated Abu Dhabi World
Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship,” he said.
Sultan Alhosani from Al Wahda Club, who won gold in the Men’s
Brown/Professional/69kg category, said, “I participated in this
tournament as it provides an excellent opportunity for me to improve my
ranking and test my skills before competing in upcoming international
tournaments.
“I am very pleased to have added 1000 points to my score, and I am eager to earn more in the days ahead.”
Alhosani further mentioned his plans to participate in the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
He believes that these competitions will bring him closer to achieving his goal of attaining a black belt in the sport.
Yara Kakish, the Jordanian athlete representing Entropy Jiu-Jitsu
Academy, secured the gold in the Women’s/Brown/Black/Professional/95kg
division.
“I am very happy with my performance today, which is the result of
proper planning and preparation in the past days. My dream is to have
the honor of winning the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards, and I will
work hard to get there,” she said.
Athletes from 64 countries participated in the AJP Tour UAE National
Championship, with the UAE, Colombia, and Brazil leading the way.
The AJP Tour UAE National Championship gave athletes a chance to gauge
their preparedness for various international competitions in the
upcoming months, particularly the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu
Championship scheduled for early November.