Fujairah: The second day of the sixth round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship continued at the Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah on Saturday, with Baniyas topping the overall standings after competitions in the U-14 and U-16 divisions.
The end of the day saw the Sharjah self-defense sports club in second and the Al-Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in third.
Mohammed bin Dalmouj Al-Dhaheri, board member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said that the second day of the tournament showcased a bright generation of talent that bodes well for the future of jiu-jitsu in the UAE.
He also highlighted that Fujairah’s hosting of this round represents the emirate’s expanding prominence on the national sporting map.
Ghazi bin Shikhan, jiu-jitsu supervisor at Al-Wasl Club, stated that “participation in this championship provides players with an exceptional experience and a genuine opportunity to test their readiness in the midst of fierce competition and strong fan support.
“These conditions help them improve their talents and gain confidence,” he added. “The goal goes beyond winning medals; it is about developing a generation capable of constant improvement and reaching the podium at higher levels.”
Meanwhile, Mohammed Saeed Al-Baloushi of Al-Ain Club, who took gold in the under-14 / white belt 34 kg division, commented: “I won today because of constant training and the encouragement of my family and coaches. My dream is to join the national team and represent the UAE at world championships, and I will work hard to make that happen.”
