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ongoing championship in Ajman. He further emphasised that the event plays a key role in advancing the sport of bodybuilding across

local, regional and global arenas. In addition, the event is expected to pave the way for a meaningful transition by fostering this sport as
an integral part of the lifestyle while encouraging stronger and long-term participation in bodybuilding and fitness events in the future.
Furthermore, Sheikh Abdullah Al Sharqi pointed out that Ajman’s modern infrastructure, combined with the esteemed reputation of the
Ajman Department of Tourism Development, reflects the robust confidence in attaining continued success for Emirati sport. He also
extended his best wishes to all athletes, encouraging them to embrace the championship’s spirit of healthy competition as they strive to
realise their rightful ambitions.
H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director-General, Ajman Tourism Development Department, said: “This renowned championship offers
us a significant platform to demonstrate our remarkable organisational capabilities and highlight Ajman’s leading tourism and cultural
attractions. In addition, it serves as a major milestone in our continuous efforts to reinforce Ajman’s position as an ideal location to host
major regional and international events while paving the way for sustainable local economic growth and advancing national development
goals.”
The championship commenced with an official inauguration ceremony, which was hosted by Tourism Development Department, marking
the beginning of competitions across various categories. These include Classic Bodybuilding (Juniors, Men, and Masters), Women’s
Acrobatics, Women’s Artistic Fitness, Fit Model (Women, Juniors, and Masters), Men’s Fitness, Women’s and Masters Physique,
Women’s Fit Model, Women’s Physique, Body Fitness (Women, Juniors, and Masters), Women’s Body Fitness, Women’s and Juniors
Wellness, Open Fit Pairs, and Bikini (Juniors and Women).
The event serves as a thriving platform offering various opportunities to highlight Ajman’s organisational capabilities and exhibit its
tourism and cultural assets. Furthermore, it exemplifies the robust collaboration between all stakeholders, especially Tourism
Development Department and the Emirates Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation. The move comes in line with the ambitious vision of
the wise leadership to strengthen Ajman’s tourism and sports sectors to host championships and international events, further reinforcing
the emirate’s standing as a global leader.
This championship marks a significant step in Ajman’s broader strategy to promote synergy between tourism and sports sectors, in line
with the ambitious goal to position the emirate as one of the most sought-after destinations for major sporting events. Furthermore, the
event underscores Ajman’s rapidly developing infrastructure, especially in tourism and logistics, which exemplifies its potential to host
world-class gatherings while contributing to local economic growth, empowering the tourism and hospitality sector and opening new
investment opportunities across these vital sectors.

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