ABU DHABI: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation held a meeting to discuss preparations and plans for the 2024 edition of the IMMAF Youth World Championships, scheduled from August 6-10 at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City. Abu Dhabi / IMMAF Youth World Championships
The 5th edition of the championship, which gathers more than 800 up-and-coming athletes from 45 countries, will be held in the UAE capital for the third consecutive year, confirming the confidence of continental and international sports bodies and federations in Abu Dhabi as a leading destination for organizing tournaments according to the best international standards. Taking place over five days, the next generation of MMA athletes will compete in three categories: 12 to 13-year-olds (Youth C), 14 to 15-year-olds (Youth B), and 16 to 17-year-olds (Youth A).
Mohammed bin Dalmouk Al Dhaheri, Board Member of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu and Mixed Martial Arts Federation and Chairman of the Federation’s Mixed Martial Arts Committee, emphasise
d the commitment of the UAE and Abu Dhabi to deliver another outstanding event, building on the success of the previous two editions, which were widely praised by athletes, fans, and the mixed martial arts communities around the world.”
He emphasised that all efforts were made to ensure the event meets world-class standards and lives up to the expectations of athletes and fans worldwide.
In 2021, the tournament attracted 331 athletes from 23 countries, while the 2022 edition saw about 500 competitors from 42 countries. The previous year’s edition in 2023 had a record participation of 700 male and female athletes, representing 45 countries.
Source: Emirates News Agency