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UPANDRUNNING launches new athlete medical assessments to close the gap between training and data-led performance in Dubai

News Desk 21/04/2026

UPANDRUNNING Medical Centre, Dubai‑based premier medical and rehabilitation group, has launched two new athlete medical assessments, The Elite Athlete Assessment and The Recreational Athlete Assessment, designed to give active people in Dubai a clearer, medically supervised picture of their

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Commando Group takes first place on second day of Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship

News Desk 18/11/2025

Commando Group finished first at the Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship, capping off a strong day of action as youth athletes in the blue and purple belt divisions delivered high-intensity contests on day two of the competition. Al Jazira Jiu-Jitsu Club secured second place, with Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club taking third, as athletes from […]

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The First Gymnastics Cup After the Launch of the UAE Gymnastics Federation Draws Athletes from 30+ Countries

PR News Desk 22/10/2025

Gymnastika Solo Cup, one of the world’s leading gymnastics tournaments, will host over 500 international sportsmen, including Olympic medalists and world champions like Liubou Charkashyna, Eva Brezalieva, Carol Michelotti, Elisa Maria Comignani, and Amalia Lică, at the Al Nasr Sports Complex from October 22–27. The tournament marks the first major championship held since

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‘UAE Committee for Talent and National Sports Support’ organises inaugural comprehensive talent assessment tests to identify top athletes

PR News Desk 01/10/2025

The UAE Committee for Talent and National Sports Support (UAETSS) organised the inaugural edition of the comprehensive talent assessment tests for athletes who registered on the Talent Committee Platform. The assessments were held over the course of 3 days, at the e& Academy for Sports and Leisure Club, under the supervision of the Ministry of […]

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Sixth Round of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Fujairah to Bring Together 1,600 Athletes

PR News Desk 11/09/2025

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has announced the completion of preparations for the sixth round of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship, dedicated to Gi competitions, which kicks off tomorrow (Friday) at the Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah and runs until 14 September. This round will see the participation of 1,600 male and female […]

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Eighth edition of Vice President’s Jiu-Jitsu Cup to begin at Shabab Al Ahli Club tomorrow

PR News Desk 29/08/2025

The eighth Vice President’s Jiu-Jitsu Cup will kick off tomorrow (Saturday) at Shabab Al Ahli Club in Dubai, with wide participation from clubs across the UAE and a strong line-up of ranked athletes. The championship will feature competitions across four divisions: Under-14, Under-16, Under-18, and Adults. The qualifying rounds will take place tomorrow, with the […]

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UAE athletes make history with javelin and sprint golds at World Transplant Games debut

PR News Desk 25/08/2025

Team UAE’s historic debut at the World Transplant Games has become a powerful symbol of hope and strength, as the team celebrates a series of remarkable medal wins – including two standout golds from Fatima Rashid in the javelin throw and Omar “OT” Tom in the 200m sprint. Their victories not only mark personal triumphs […]

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UAE National MMA Championship 3 concludes on a high note as more than 300 athletes take part

PR News Desk 13/04/2025

The UAE National MMA Championship 3, organised by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation, concluded today (Sunday) on a high note after two days of competitions at the Shabab Al Ahli Club in Dubai. More than 300 male and female athletes from different age groups participated, attracting crowds that reflect the sport’s growing […]

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Erth Abu Dhabi to Host the 2025 Zayed Sports Tournament Juniors

PR News Desk 02/03/2025

Erth Abu Dhabi is set to host the highly anticipated, Zayed Sports Tournament 2025 Juniors, an iconic event dedicated to fostering unity, excellence, and youth athleticism during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Organized in partnership with the Supreme Council for Motherhood & Childhood and Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the tournament will take place from March […]

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85 Athletes to Represent UAE at Asian Jiu-Jitsu Cup

PR News Desk 29/01/2025

The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has confirmed the participation of 85 athletes in the 2025 Asian Jiu-Jitsu Cup – U14 and the 2025 Asian Jiu-Jitsu Youth Championship, scheduled to take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from 13 – 15 February, 2025. The delegation includes 20 athletes competing in the U14 division and 65 athletes in the Youth […]

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9,000 Athletes from 137 Countries Set for Record-Breaking 16th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship

PR News Desk 05/11/2024

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, the 16th edition of the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship will take place from November 6 to 16 at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City. This year’s […]

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The New Global Sport Conference to discuss the rise of esports athletes

PR News Desk 05/08/2024

The New Global Sport Conference 2024 (NGSC), themed as ‘The Future of Fandom’, will host more than 60 global speakers and over 750 global delegates from leading industries such as gaming, esports, technology, sports, entertainment, business and investment and many more in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Hosted at the Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre […]

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Under Armour Announces its Partnership with GEMS Metropole Mustangs’ High Performance Student Athletes

News Desk 03/07/2024

Under Armour proudly announces its exciting partnership with GEMS Metropole and the Metropole Mustangs football team. Through this partnership, Under Armour is equipping 150 students, comprising football team players, high-performance scholars, and 4 trainers from GEMS Metropole, with state-of-the-art athletic gear, to support students in pushing boundaries and reaching