Abu dhabi: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation has announced that Round 4 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Gi) will take place from June 5 to 7 at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi. The championship continues to play an important role in strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a global hub for jiu-jitsu while providing athletes with valuable opportunities to compete and progress through the sport.
According to Emirates News Agency, the round comes at a crucial stage of the season, with clubs looking to earn points and improve their positions in the overall standings. It also gives athletes the chance to gain competitive experience and prepare for major regional and international events. Through the championship, the Federation continues to identify and develop promising talent for the National Team.
The Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship has become one of the UAE's leading athlete development platforms, bringing together competitors of all ages in a high-level competitive environment. Since its inception, it has contributed to the growth of the sport and supported the UAE's success on the international stage.
Round 4 is expected to attract strong participation across all age groups. The first day will feature competitions for men and women in the Under-18, Adults, and Masters categories. The second day will be dedicated to boys and girls in the Under-14 and Under-16 divisions, while the final day will see Under-12 and Kids athletes take to the mats.
Clubs will be competing for valuable points in the overall standings. Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club currently leads the rankings after the previous round, followed by Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in second place and Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club in third, setting the stage for another closely contested round.
Fahad Ali Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, stated that the championship plays an important role in the domestic season by providing clubs regular opportunities to compete and develop athletes across all age groups. The championship supports the long-term development of athletes from the youth categories through to Adults and Masters divisions.
Ribamar Santiago, coach of Baniyas Club, expressed motivation from leading the overall standings and emphasized the focus on maintaining performance levels. He acknowledged the strong competition expected from clubs like Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club and Sharjah Self-Defence Sports Club and noted that Round 4 will be an important test for all teams.