ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi World Masters Jiu-Jitsu Championship began on Tuesday at Mubadala Arena, with the participation of athletes over the age of 30 from leading academies and clubs around the world.
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The opening day saw competitions across the purple, brown and black belt divisions. The event is part of the 17th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
The championship is being held under the patronage of Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, crown prince of Abu Dhabi and chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.
Mohamed Salem Al-Dhaheri, vice chairman of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, praised the athletes for their technical skills, and highlighted the city’s hosting of the event.
