The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team made a superb start at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Bangkok, as the country’s women athletes claimed three medals on the opening day against some of the sport’s top international competitors.
Asma Al Hosani captured gold in the -52kg division after a composed and confident performance, dedicating her victory to the UAE. "I’ve learned a lot from this championship and will keep working to raise my game."
Aysha Al Shamsi secured silver in the -45kg category, while Balqees Abdulkareem earned bronze in the same division, further cementing the UAE’s growing presence on the global jiu-jitsu stage.
The UAE women’s team continues its campaign tomorrow in the -63kg and -70kg divisions, while the men’s competition begins in the -56kg category, featuring Emirati athlete Omar Al Suwaidi, as anticipation builds among UAE sports fans.
The UAE women’s strong start in Bangkok highlights the steady progress of the nation’s jiu-jitsu programme, driven by a clear vision, investment in homegrown talent, and world-class facilities that continue to produce champions on the international stage.
Mubarak Saleh Al Menhali commended the athletes for their performances, noting the level of competition at the event.
The championship is taking place at the Huamark Indoor Stadium in Bangkok, featuring a strong international lineup across men’s and women’s divisions, as well as Under-21, Under-18, Under-16, and Under-14 categories.
Gold medallist Asma Al Hosani expressed her pride in representing the UAE.
Silver medallist Aysha Al Shamsi said, "I’m really happy with this result and gained valuable experience from competing at this level. It’s an important milestone in my career and motivates me to keep pushing harder in the coming days."
Bronze medallist Balqees Abdulkareem added, "I was aiming for gold, but jiu-jitsu is a sport where every second matters. The final against the Ukrainian champion was my toughest match, which went into the golden point round after a draw."
