A special welcome with flowers for the Muay Thai youth national team delegation

‎28 Oct 2025

UAE National Youth Muay Thai Team Welcomed in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi – October 28, 2025: The UAE national youth Muay Thai team received a warm welcome with flowers upon their arrival at Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi, following their impressive participation in the Asian Youth Games held in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Among those welcoming the team were Ali Khoury, a member of the Board of Directors of the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation, along with the players' parents and families. This scene exemplified the strong bond and close cooperation between the Federation and the players' families, as well as the significant moral support these future stars receive in their sporting careers.

During the Games, the UAE national team secured a gold medal through Essam Khalil in the 57 kg sparring category, and two silver medals through Aya Al Shaari in the 48 kg sparring category. Additionally, the duo of Aziz Al Hammadi and Rakan Yousef won a silver medal in the team Muay Thai competition.

This performance reaffirmed the team's excellence and prominent standing on the continental stage, marking the first official appearance of Muay Thai in Asia's largest youth sporting event. The achievement reflects the continuous work of the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation in nurturing promising talents and preparing a new generation capable of continuing the journey of achievements and raising the country’s flag in international forums.