Top fighters to kick off IMMAF Youth World Championship in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI: The Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City has been transformed into a festive environment today as it hosts the fourth edition of the IMMAF Youth World Championships.

The mixed martial arts competition 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. It will see athletes aged 12 to 13 take to the octagon on the opening day.

“Mubadala Arena is fully prepared to host the prestigious IMMAF Youth World Championships. The participating athletes are undergoing final training, honing their skills for the ultimate showdown,” said Mohammed bin Dalmouj Al-Dhaheri, board member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation and chairman of the federation’s Mixed Martial Arts Committee.

“As the event is being hosted by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation for the second consecutive year, we have spared no effort in creating a distinctive and welcoming atmosphere for all participating athletes and delegations, showcasing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading destination for international sporting events,” Al-Dhaheri added.

Al-Dhaheri also expressed his confidence in the UAE national team. “We have full faith in our national team to perform exceptionally well and win medals,” he said.

“Our athletes have been preparing diligently for the championship in the past few months and are determined to give their best performance. They are well aware of the responsibility placed on their shoulders and are committed to raising the UAE flag high.”

Abdulla Al-Darmaki, a UAE national team member participating in the 44-kg division, said: “In the past few months, we have been preparing diligently to take