Academy "MOD" topping and "Commando Group" Again with competitions " Abu Dhabi Grand Slam of Jiu-Jitsu"
ABU DHABI, 11 MAY / WAM / The second day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship, which started yesterday, Friday, at Mubadala Arena, witnessed competitions in the masters category for those holding purple, brown and black belts, and the amateur category for those holding white and blue belts, who presented a high-level performance in the presence of a crowd. Great and enthusiastic atmosphere of encouragement.
In the teachers category, the Emirati “MOD” Academy succeeded in achieving first place with 23 gold medals, while Commando Group came in second place with 16 gold, and “ZR International” Academy from Brazil came in third place with three golds.
As for the amateur category, the “MOD” Academy was also able to achieve the lead with 5 golds, the American “Checkmate International” Academy came in runner-up with 3 golds, and the Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club came in third place with 3 golds as well.
The competitions were attended by His Excellency Udunbaatar Shegekho, Ambassador of the Republic of Mongolia to the UAE, His Excellency Brigadier General Mohammed Humaid bin Dalmuj Al Dhaheri, Member of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation, and a number of representatives of partners and officials of participating clubs and academies.
His Excellency Mohammed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice President of the Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said: “The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship is one of the most prominent tournaments that receives priority participation among the elite Jiu-Jitsu professionals around the world, and the Abu Dhabi Misk round always represents the conclusion of the rounds of the tournament that tours the most important cities in the world, and its largest rounds in the world.” The volume of participation and attracting stars, as this year it succeeded in attracting more than 2,500 players, both male and female, from all over the world.”
Al Dhaheri praised the level of competition and the strong performance presented by the masters category champions due to their great experience, as they demonstrated high technical competence and unique techniques that reflect their determination and determination to win. He also praised the performance of the UAE players in the masters and amateurs categories, who excelled in the tournament, competing against experienced champions and succeeding in winning a number of colorful medals.
Al Dhaheri praised the efforts of the Abu Dhabi Association of Jiu-Jitsu Professionals (AJP) in organizing high-level international tournaments in the most prominent cities and capitals of the world, and stressed the status of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Championship as a model platform that brings together elite champions and professional players.
For his part, the Ambassador of the Republic of Mongolia to the country expressed his happiness at being present at Mubadala Arena amidst the remarkable presence of Jiu-Jitsu fans and enthusiasts. He said that the UAE and the capital, Abu Dhabi, have achieved great successes in organizing major sporting events. We are proud of the participation of Mongolian male and female players in this tournament, as they were able to From winning many gold and silver medals. He believed that these activities contribute to strengthening relations between peoples and promoting tolerance between different cultures.”
In turn, Tariq Omar Al Bahri, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Association of Jiu-Jitsu Professionals (AJP), stressed the major role of the tournament in spreading and developing the sport of Jiu-Jitsu at the global level, pointing out its importance in enhancing the rankings of players from all over the world, as it awards the winners of first place in each category 3,000 points. According to the classification system approved by the Association.
Al-Bahri said: “The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship, through its five rounds this season in Rio de Janeiro, Miami, Tokyo, Rome, and finally in Abu Dhabi, succeeded in providing a platform for thousands of professional players to test their skills against the best players in the world, and adding ranking points to Their balance qualifies them to win valuable prizes at the end of the season.”
In addition, Brazilian Rafael Barbosa, the Jiu-Jitsu coach at the UFC GYM Academy, expressed his pride in the performance of the male and female players in the Masters and Amateur categories, and their success in achieving a number of colorful medals and topping the podium. He said, “Our preparations were as important as the event, and we succeeded in highlighting our talents and determination in all aspects.” “The fights we had today.”
He stressed that the great status enjoyed by the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship contributes to attracting athletes and fans from all over the world, “and for us, participating in this prominent event represents real value, as the tournament reflects global interest.”
The Masters category competitions in the tournament were distinguished by the distinguished presence of brown and black belt holders, most of whom came from outside the country, which gave the competitions a new dimension of enthusiasm and suspense.
Brazilian Marcelo Brito, a black belt holder from the MOD Academy who won gold in the under-94 kg category, said: “The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship is special for us, and winning it is a great achievement to be added to the careers of professional players, given the volume of international participation and the high technical level.” The road to the podium It was not easy, and every fight I fought today was a great challenge. Skill and talent are required, but they are not enough, because winning in such a competitive environment requires mental stability and firm determination.”
For his part, Emirati athlete Marwa Al Hosani, “brown belt” from Baniyas Club, who achieved gold in the under-70 kg weight category, expressed her happiness in achieving this achievement in a tournament that enjoys a prestigious international standing, saying: Participating in this tournament represents a goal for all professional players seeking to raise their annual rankings… and she excelled. All my fights are with strong competition and great challenges. It was a true test of skill, endurance and willpower.
She thanked the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation and the Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Professionals Association for the wonderful organization.
The fights of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship will continue tomorrow, Sunday, in the professional category, which will witness the participation of elite athletes from various countries of the world, especially the UAE, Brazil and Colombia.
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