Oman jiu-jitsu team wins four medals in UAE championship
The Oman national jiu-jitsu team claimed four medals at the AJP Tour UAE National Jiu-jitsu Championship 2024 – GI, concluding a successful campaign on Sunday at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City.
The team's medals haul included a gold, two silvers and a bronze, showcasing members’ success in various divisions.
Under the guidance of Coach Abdullah bin Khamis al Farsi, the seven-member team competed against athletes from over 50 countries, spanning teen, amateur, professional and masters categories.
The event, a collaborative effort between UAE Jiu-jitsu Federation and Abu Dhabi Jiu-jitsu Pro (AJP), ran from February 2 to 4, drawing a global roster of over 200 competitors.
Sharing his insights with Muscat Daily, Farsi highlighted the composition of the Omani team which included competitors in under-16, amateur and professional categories.
Nasser bin Badr al Ghailani clinched gold in the 50kg teen category - yellow belt, Nawaf bin Ahmed al Farsi (38kg teen -blue belt) and Ikrima bin Mubarak al Araimi (77kg amateur -blue belt) won silver medals, and Fahd bin Abdullah al Araimi (77kg amateur – blue belt) added a bronze to the team's tally.
Despite financial and logistical challenges, the team succeeded owing to its determination and rigorous preparations, involving four hours of daily training.
Farsi informed that the championship provided a platform to highlight young Omani talent, with a special day dedicated to youth competitions.
The significance of the AJP Tour UAE National Jiu-jitsu Championship extends beyond medals, as it offers AJP ranking points crucial for qualification in the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-jitsu at the end of the season.