Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi’s message during his historic journey into space was not only focused on research and gathering scientific information. Rather, he had other positive messages to introduce his followers and sons to the sport of Jiu-Jitsu and its importance. and daughters of the Emirates, and to all from different parts of the world, as well as to highlight the role of the state in spreading the sport and making playing it a goal for all new generations because of its benefits at all levels.

During his time in space, Al-Neyadi was keen to reminisce several times about his favorite sport, in which he achieved a purple belt, and posted a short video on his account on the social networking site “X” where he played the sport. In space, it was seen by millions. He congratulated the National Jiu-Jitsu team for winning the World Championship for the fourth consecutive year and besides an interactive video meeting with the champions of the sport, he also sent them positive messages about the importance of Jiu-Jitsu training.

Sultan Al Neyadi’s conversation with a large group of jiu-jitsu players and fans, via video call, reflected his great passion for the sport and the positive benefits he has achieved in his life’s affairs. A role model for these accomplished champions in Jiu-Jitsu.

As for the exceptional experience Al-Neyadi had with practicing Jiu-Jitsu in space, being the first astronaut to engage in this experience in complete zero gravity, it was enough to confirm his extreme passion for the sport. A desire to spread it massively among the new generation.

Regarding the sport of jiu-jitsu and its importance, Al-Neyadi said: “I started this sport during my university studies and my attachment to it grew day by day. Practicing it allowed me to improve my discipline and my skills. Concentration, and an astronaut fulfills his duties. Knowing the basic qualities to have while doing.” “His mission.”

He continued: “Ji-Jitsu is an essential pillar of sports and physical education in state schools, and it helped me a lot in my work in space to adapt to different conditions, especially the lack of gravity. The environment prevailing on the International Space Station.”

Al Neyadi also spoke about the Jiu-Jitsu Federation’s role in promoting the sport and supporting the country’s aspirations to qualify for championships, stressing that spreading the sport is a form of investment in human development. That is the real wealth of nations.

Al-Neyadi’s jiu-jitsu training in space carried another message, its importance in helping him prepare for this mission and adapt to the environment and conditions aboard the International Space Station. When a person is in space, the lack of gravity is similar to Jiu-Jitsu fights, which regulated the sports breathing process for him, and he said: “When walking in space, we mainly rely on our forearms, and thanks to me many years of Jiu-Jitsu With practice, the strength of my hands improved and I was able to perform this task smoothly, and I succeeded in applying many of the lessons I learned from this game during my time on the space station. ».