Kuwin Secures Third Place in Asian Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Kuwaiti players secured third place in the overall national standings at the Asian Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship (AJP Tour Asia), held in the UAE capital Abu Dhabi, with more than 2,000 male and female athletes representing 90 countries.

Ahmed Al-Rashid, coach at Kuwait Jiu-Jitsu Academy, accredited by the Kuwait Olympic Committee, stated that Kuwait’s third-place finish reflects the advanced level reached by Kuwaiti jiu-jitsu and the capability of Kuwaiti athletes to compete and achieve top positions in continental and international tournaments.

Al-Rashid added that this achievement is the result of continuous efforts and the work undertaken by Kuwaiti coaches in preparing athletes technically and physically, alongside instilling values of discipline, commitment, perseverance, and sportsmanship, thereby contributing to the development of players capable of representing the State of Kuwait with distinction.

He noted that Kuwaiti players demonstrated determination, resolve, and a high competitive spirit during the tournament, striving to deliver their best performances and raise the Kuwaiti flag at international sporting events.

Al-Rashid praised the support provided by the Kuwait Olympic Committee, represented by its Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Committee, to Kuwaiti athletes, as well as its efforts in developing the sport and creating a suitable environment for players to achieve further successes and accomplishments.

He emphasized that this achievement reflects the progress witnessed by Kuwaiti jiu-jitsu, highlighting the importance of continuing efforts to develop players and strengthen Kuwait’s presence and standing in continental and international competitions.

Kuwait finished third in the overall national standings with 107,440 points, while the United Arab Emirates topped the rankings with 568,100 points, and Brazil came in second with 153,200 points.