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- Baniyas came in second and Al-Jazira in third at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: The second round of the UAE President’s Cup for Jiu-Jitsu concluded on Friday evening at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City with Al-Wahda leading the overall standings.
The event saw participation in the 18-plus category by leading clubs and academies across the emirates, with Baniyas coming in second and Al-Jazira in third.
Mohammed Salem Al-Dhaheri, vice chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, said: “The President’s Cup is an important platform for athletes to enhance their skills and prepare to represent the UAE internationally. The leadership’s support is the main driver of our success. The cup is more than a competition; it is a national project that instills the values of jiu-jitsu and motivates clubs and academies to develop their athletes. The continued race for the title reflects the growth of the sport and the federation’s vision of building a system capable of producing champions for the international stage.”
Zayed Al-Kaabi, head coach of Al-Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club, said: “The President’s Cup is the most prestigious title locally and a source of pride for every club and player. We prepared extensively to ensure our athletes could deliver their best. Every match feels like a final, and we are confident our players’ dedication will secure us a strong finish.”