First round of Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup kicks off Thursday in Abu Dhabi

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation is gearing up for the first round of the Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup, the most prestigious local championship taking place on Thursday, 20th March, at Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi.The competition will feature fierce matchups in the Adults and Under 21 categories. Known for ...
Jack Draper beats Holger Rune at Indian Wells for first Masters 1000 title

INDIAN WELLS, California, 17th March, 2025 (WAM) -- Jack Draper overwhelmed Holger Rune 6-2, 6-2 in a little more than an hour in the final of the BNP Paribas Open on Sunday, achieving two big milestones by claiming his first Masters 1,000 title and earning his debut in the top 10 of the ATP ranking...
Ayuso seals overall victory for UAE Team Emirates-XRG at Tirreno-Adriatico

ROME, 16th March, 2025 (WAM)-- UAE Team Emirates-XRG's Juan Ayuso took one of the biggest wins in his young career with the 22 year-old taking the overall victory at Tirreno-Adriatico in Italy.The Spanish talent showed consistency right from the beginning of the race, placing second behind the might...
Baniyas leads as Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Cup gets underway in Abu Dhabi

The Mother of the Nation Jiu-Jitsu Cup competitions kicked off Wednesday at the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy in Abu Dhabi.The first day witnessed fierce competitions in the under-12, under-14, and under-16 categories, with Baniyas Jiu-Jitsu Club taking the lead, while Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Cl...
UAE athletes secure gold, bronze medals at Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025

TURIN, 12th March, 2025 (WAM)-- The Special Olympics UAE delegation kicked off its participation in the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 with impressive wins, as Emirati athletes showcased their exceptional snowboarding skills. Abdulla Al Nuaimi earned a gold medal, while Meena Al Mazr...