Abdulla Saeed Al Neyadi:
“With the steadfast support of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, the UAE has become a premier destination and a model for Muay Thai development. Hosting 235 athletes from 44 clubs marks a significant milestone in our tournament calendar. The Federation remains committed to expanding Muaythai’s reach and building strong national teams filled with promising talent. We extend our congratulations to the winners and commend all participants for their efforts.”
Abu Dhabi – October 29, 2024: The UAE Muay Thai Open Championship concluded on a high note after three days of intense competition at Dubai’s Festival Arena. Organized by the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation, this year’s event drew 235 athletes from 44 clubs, both local and international, solidifying the Federation’s mission to advance Muay Thai as a sport.
On the championship’s final day, the audience was treated to 38 thrilling bouts, with enthusiastic supporters contributing to a vibrant atmosphere. The event offered invaluable experience and skill development for participants from countries such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Egypt, Jordan, Oman, Libya, Iraq, Tunisia, Uzbekistan, and China, alongside the UAE.
Dignitaries in attendance included H.E. Abdulrahman Alyaser, Consul General of Libya; H.E. Mohamed El Zourk El Sharif, Vice President of the Arab Muay Thai Federation and President of the Libyan Federation; Federation Board Members Tariq Al Muhairi and Ali Khouri; Saeed Al Muhairi from the Abu Dhabi Sports Council; and Jamshidbek Bekmurodov, Secretary General of the Uzbekistan Muay Thai Federation.
In terms of medal counts, Abu Dhabi Muay Thai led with 13 medals (7 gold, 4 silver, 2 bronze), followed by UAM with 10 medals (7 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze), and Colosseum Muay Thai with 13 medals (5 gold, 6 silver, 2 bronze).
H.E. Abdulla Saeed Al Neyadi, President of the Asian and Arab Muay Thai Federations and of the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation, expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, which has propelled the rapid growth of Muay Thai in the UAE. “The success of the UAE Muay Thai Open Championship brings immense pride,” he stated. “The strong regional and international participation, along with local clubs, underscores the rising interest in Muay Thai and the dedication of clubs to our agenda.”
Al Neyadi further emphasized, “With 235 athletes from 44 clubs, this championship enriches the Federation’s calendar, reinforcing the UAE’s status as a central hub for Muay Thai. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the winners and thank all competitors for their role in advancing Muay Thai and nurturing national talent across all categories and weight classes.”
