“Emirates Forces” will face the world champions at the “Grand Prix”.
Al-Mour: Participation is an opportunity for our players to interact and develop
September 4, 2026 00:09 AM|
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September 4 00:11 2026
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The athletics federation participates with elite players in the Muscat Award to boost friction, develop talent and support clubs, and Salma Al Marri is the most prominent hope for world champions.
The Athletics Federation has announced the participation of an elite group of male and female players from the country’s clubs in the Athletics Grand Prix Championship hosted by Oman’s capital, Muscat, at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex – Bausher Track from the fifth to the seventh of this September.
The participation is part of the UAE Athletics Federation’s strategy to build a strong sporting base of talent by strengthening collaboration with the clubs, as they are the main incubator of players and the main supporter of the national teams. External participation helps to accelerate the development process of male and female players as it provides an opportunity for a high level of competitiveness to represent the UAE with honor in regional, continental and international tournaments.
Muhammad al-Muri
The United Arab Emirates is represented in the tournament by an elite group of male and female players from Abu Dhabi Athletics Club, Sharjah Women’s Sports Club, Dubai Police and Hatta Club. The participation is in line with the approach of the Football Association, which is based on strengthening the partnership with the clubs, supporting their outstanding elements and giving them the opportunity to participate in external competitions, which helps to develop their technical level and increase their readiness for future competitions.
A promising post
Among the most prominent players that Emirates Power is betting on in the Grand Prix Championship is Emirati shot putter Salma Al Marri, the Arab champion who won the gold medal in the hammer throw at the recent 21st Arab Under-20 and Women’s Championships in Tunisia. She also set a national record in the hammer throw (58.12 meters) and was ranked thirteenth in the world at the Under-20 Women’s and Youth World Championship held in Oregon, USA. not long ago.
A difficult challenge
The UAE stars face tough challenges against the champions of the Asian, African and world continents. Major General Dr. Mohammed Al-Moor, President of the Athletics Federation, confirmed that the clubs are a key partner in the Federation’s Mother of Games project and the creation of champions, which starts with the clubs.
Al-Moor said: “The clubs are our first partner in creating champions and the success of UAE athletics is linked to the strength of the clubs and their ability to discover and develop talent.”
Al-Moor concluded: “Our aim is not limited to participating in tournaments. Rather, we seek to build an integrated system that paves the way for the development of Emirati talent, leading to the representation of national teams and raising the UAE flag at major forums. We will continue to work with clubs and support the participation of their players to strengthen the talent program. Emirati Athletics.