The Executive Organizing Committee of the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship headed by His Excellency Mohammed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice President of the Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation, has reviewed the latest preparations and preparations for hosting the 12th edition of the largest and most important tournament in the world of the game, which will be held in the UAE capital Abu Dhabi during the period from 18 to 21 November 2020.
This came in the meeting held today at the headquarters of the Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation headed by His Excellency Mohammed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice President of the Federation and Chairman of the Organizing Executive Committee, and in the presence of a number of executive officials of the Federation during which the schedule for preparing for the tournament, registration dates, the extent of international participation in it, and relations with Governmental and non-governmental agencies and departments that always contribute to the success of the event, and provide it with opportunities for distinction and dazzling, in light of the expectations of a wide participation of the most prominent players and players in the world classified in various weights and belts.
His Excellency Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice President of the Emirates Jiu-Jitsu Federation – Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Championship, said that the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship is no longer just an annual sporting event, but has become an ideal platform through which the countries of the world learn about the heritage, culture and renaissance of the UAE and its establishment of a unique model of tolerance and coexistence. Al-Salamah is among more than 200 nationalities living on their good lands
Al Dhaheri indicated that the close cooperation between the federation and its partners from the local circles falls within the framework of offering an exceptional championship to the world that reflects the good image of the UAE and the progress and development it has achieved in all fields.
He explained that the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship aims every year to present something new that dazzles everyone who loves this sport, and that with all the challenges that the world faced during this year represented by the “Covid 19” pandemic, which is still present and in existence today, we confirm again To organize an exceptional tournament that places at the top of its priorities the safety and security of the participating players. “
He pointed to the federation’s pioneering experience in adopting the health protocol that was applied to the players and the technical and administrative staff in the closed camps that were set up during the summer period, noting that they constitute a solid base on which to build on in planning the precautionary measures accompanying the Abu Dhabi championship, taking into account the huge difference in the size of the participants and the nature Competitions.
At the same time, he stressed that the Federation and its partners are ready to provide an unforgettable experience at all levels, and the 2020 edition of the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship will comply with all local and federal health and safety guidelines, placing the safety of athletes, officials and support teams at the top of its list of priorities.
Al Dhaheri thanked all members of the championship’s supreme organizing committee and its efforts towards the success of the event, pointing out that the tournament will start on its first day, November 18, with teacher competitions, while the professional category competitions will be held from 19 to 21 of the same month, and an award ceremony will be held. The championship and the conclusion of the sports season on November 22.
On the other hand, the Organizing Committee announced that the door for early registration to participate in the tournament will be closed next October 8, while the deadline for registration for all players wishing to participate will be on November 8, 2020, via the website www.uaejjf.com: Participation in the Abu Dhabi World Championship is considered Jiu-Jitsu professionals are a primary goal for all stars of this sport around the world, especially as it is the largest event of the season, the most important tournament on the global sporting calendar, and it attracts the elite athletes, as well as being an ideal platform to test the skill and ability to confront the best jiu-jitsu athletes in the world.
His Excellency Abdel Moneim Al Hashemi, President of the UAE and Asian Federations, First Vice President of the International Federation of Jiu-Jitsu, chairs the Supreme Organizing Committee of the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, while His Excellency Mohammed Salem Al Dhaheri, Vice President of the Federation chairs the Executive Committee organizing the tournament, in addition to representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Abu Dhabi Police The Department of Culture and Tourism, the Media Office of the Abu Dhabi Government, the Emirates News Agency and the Abu Dhabi Media Company.