Two gold medals for Faisal Al Khedbi and Shamma Al Kalbani and a bronze medal for Saeed Al Qubaisi on the final day.

Team representatives receive congratulations from the President of the National Olympic Committee for the outstanding achievement

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Hangzhou, 7th October / WAM / Our National Jiu-Jitsu Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, participated in the 19th Asian Games and concluded today with 10 color medals, 4 gold medals, 3 silver medals and 3 bronze medals. , the UAE champions bagged 3 medals today with an additional gold medal in the women’s 63 kg weight category, a gold medal in the men’s 85 kg weight category and a bronze medal in the same weight category. The color medals are the largest in the history of any combat or non-combat sport, and lead the overall standings of UAE Jiu-Jitsu competitions. .

Our Emirati world champion Faisal Al Khedbi won the men’s gold medal in the 85kg category after strong and exciting battles with top-ranked players, while his compatriot Saeed Al Qubaisi won bronze in the same weight category, and champion Shamma Al Kalbani wrote. The Emirati girl created a new history in combat sports by bagging a historic second gold medal at the Asian Games. Her compatriot Asma Al Hosani won gold in the 63kg and 52kg categories yesterday. With these unique achievements, the UAE champions have once again proven that jiu-jitsu is the gold mine of UAE sports in major forums.

Today’s matches were held in front of a large crowd at the Linbo Xushan Hall in the Olympic Village in Hangzhou. The opening rounds started at nine in the morning and continued until one in the afternoon. Then the finals were held from three to five in the afternoon, and when the UAE delegation played the games today Lived historic moments, the National Anthem was performed twice on stage and the National Flag was hoisted twice.

The crowning ceremony was attended by His Excellency Mohammed Salem Al Taheri, Vice President of the Federation and Head of the Masters Jiu-Jitsu Mission, Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary General of the United Arab Emirates and Asian Federations, and Panayiotos Theodoropolis, President of the International Federation. , and Joachim Thumphardt, Director General of the International Federation.

The jiu-jitsu delegation received an official greeting from His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the National Olympic Committee, in which he praised the team’s results and was crowned with 10 colored medals. Federation’s efforts in developing the sport and creating heroes and heroines from among the citizens of the country who can represent the nation. At its best in all sporting events.

Abdul Monim Al-Sayed Mohammed Al Hashemi, President of the Emirati and Asian Federations and First Vice-President of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation, congratulated them on this great achievement. To His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Head of State – may God protect him, and to Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Emirate Executive Committee. The support for the sport of jiu-jitsu that has become the nation’s program and their trust in the sons and daughters of the Emirates, with this high level of support indicates that the sport of jiu-jitsu is lucky and spares no effort. Honoring the nation and hoisting the flag of the state everywhere.

The confederation president said: “A small thank you to the heroes and heroines of the Emirates and their families who have made so many sacrifices to achieve this feat, and we must know that out of 10 colored medals, 4 gold medals are not available. who came from nowhere, but the result of great support and sacrifice by wise leadership.”

He continued: “Ji-Jitsu provides a successful model and unique experience for UAE sports as it has trusted the sons and daughters of the country, given them opportunities and support, and now it is reaping the benefits. We consider this experience. As we are all in the same boat, other Be an asset to all confederations and nothing wrong in thanking the National Olympic Committee.” Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, presided. We are grateful to its members and representatives on the team, the General Sports Authority and confederation sponsors from national and private institutions who represented the UAE in all sports. Among them, they delivered on their promises and they ensured that every investment they made paid off and they achieved unprecedented historical victories, making Jiu-Jitsu a gold mine for UAE sports. , thanks to her determination and insistence on excellence, even in war sports.”
On the other hand, His Excellency Mohammed Salem Al Taheri, Chairman of the UAE Delegation to the Asian Games, confirmed that the UAE national team is well prepared and the long-term vision is clear among the technical staff and players. They realize the level of responsibility and they are used to crowning, but what is new… The course is the strong personality of the Emirati player, especially Asma Al Hosani, Shama Al Kalbani, Balkis Al Hashemi and Shamza Al Ameri, especially because the competition was strong, the fights until the last time. Not done.

For his part, Fahd Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary General of Emirati and Asian Federations, affirmed that the Emirati achievement reflects the quality of the work of the Federation led by His Excellency Abdul Monim Al Hashemi, who led the Federation with confidence in the project. A team that works with a thoughtful, scientific and calm strategy in an organizational manner, and always aims for the top according to performance indicators, he said: “What we achieved in the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, it changed. Starting in 2012, until Asia became the best continent in the world in terms of growth and development rates. Same strategy for Asia.

He said: “The Asian Federation receives great praise from the Olympic Council of Asia, especially in light of the participation of many Ministers and Council officials attending our competitions and the strength of their organization and competition. 28 countries, and 10 countries have won medals, which indicates the strength and level of development of competition between countries.” This game is played in many countries like South Korea, Philippines, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. , Bahrain, Mongolia, Singapore and Uzbekistan, and here we thank the People’s Republic of China for its glorious organization and successful hosting.

In the same context, the Director of the Technical Department of the Federation, Mubarak Saleh Al-Menhali, confirmed that the achievements of the United Arab Emirates national team are expected, especially in light of the strong preparations that began 5 years ago for this tournament, and the gradually developed plan was approved by the technical staff and the Board of Directors of the Federation long ago, and he Said: 0 Although we achieved 10 color medals including 4 golds, I would have liked two more golds in the other two weights, however, I am complete. I am satisfied with the participation and achievement especially in the last two years as I have seen the sacrifice of male and female players.

Al-Menhali continued: “We don’t have time to rest. After two weeks, we will prepare to participate in the World War Games Championship in Saudi Arabia and then the Abu Dhabi World Championship for Professional Jiu-Jitsu. The next period is from November 1 to 11.

He added: “The Asian Games in China and what has been achieved will be the end of a phase and the beginning of a new phase of work with new goals, but after 5 years I thank all the male and female athletes. With the national team, we have not participated in a Continental Championship, Games or World Championship, we have not reached that level.” First, thank you to them and the technical staff. Tomorrow is a new day. We will renew our goals and continue. Striving for the top spot.”

World champion Faisal Al Khedbi, who retained the gold medal for the second session in a row, confirmed that he is proud of it and dedicates it to the brilliant leadership that spares no effort in investing in his children. For reaching the summit, giving them immense support.

Al Ketbi, who won gold at the previous competition in Jakarta 2018, said the country that has achieved first place in space and many disciplines deserves to be at the forefront of the sport, no matter how many achievements. He believes that the country will not do justice to its rights and that his teammates in the national team belong to the new generation, capable of continuing their achievements in all categories, boys and girls.

In the same context, champion Shamma Al Kalbani affirmed that the sport of Jiu-Jitsu is fortunate to have the support of the Head of State Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, may God protect him, and His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed. Bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Emirate’s Executive Committee, and the Emirati woman are enjoying the care and attention of her Highness Sheikha Fatima. Bind Mubarak, “Mother of the Emirates”, Chairperson of the General Women’s Association, Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, Supreme Chairperson of the Family Development Foundation, a role model and role model in empowering women in all fields.
He said: “I was ready to compete for gold in that tournament since last year, which was scheduled to be held in 2022, but postponing it by a year gave me more opportunity to prepare better, and the Federation, headed by His Excellency Abdul Monim Al Hashemi, camps, participation and No effort has been spared in giving us full support from both internal and external competitions, bringing us to the top in terms of technical, physical and mental levels before entering the competitive environment.