Fujairah to Welcome Elite Archers for Third West Asia Championship
The Emirate of Fujairah will host the prestigious West Asia Archery Championship, drawing 72 competitors from six nations to showcase excellence in this ancient and revered sport.
Under the distinguished patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the third edition of the West Asia Archery Championship will unfold at the Fujairah Cultural and Sports Club, commencing on 17 October and concluding on 21 October.
The championship represents a significant gathering of regional sporting talent, bringing together 72 male and female archers from six countries to compete across a comprehensive programme of events. Competitors will participate in both recurve and compound archery disciplines, with competitions organised across the under-18, under-21 and over-21 categories for both men and women, reflecting the inclusive and progressive nature of modern archery competition.
Hosted by the Emirate of Fujairah and organised by the UAE Archery Federation under the supervision of the West Asia Archery Federation, the championship embodies the region’s commitment to fostering sporting excellence and nurturing emerging talent. The event provides participants with an invaluable opportunity to compete at the highest levels whilst exchanging technical expertise and sporting experience with fellow practitioners from across West Asia.
Engineer Hanadi Khalifa Al Kaboori, President of the UAE Archery Federation, emphasised that Fujairah’s role as host reflects the emirate’s unwavering commitment to supporting the sporting movement and attracting regional championships of international standing. She highlighted how the championship will elevate the profile of archery throughout the region whilst enabling male and female archers to refine their technical standards through meaningful competition and professional exchange.
The third edition of this prestigious championship marks an important milestone in the region’s sporting journey, demonstrating the growing maturity and international recognition of archery as a discipline. By gathering elite athletes within a professional setting that adheres to the highest internationally recognised technical and organisational standards, the event fosters both fair competition and the discovery of promising talent. It stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of regional sporting bodies in strengthening archery’s presence and supporting its sustainable development across West Asia and beyond.
Source: WAM