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8/15/25, 9:02 AM Walid Abdulkarim becomes first Emirati to get IFBB doctorate

Dr. Walid hailed the doctorate as a significant step forward in his personal and professional
journey, noting that it would fuel his ambitions in both the academic and sporting arenas. As
Director of the IFBB Academy for Bodybuilding and Fitness in Dubai and a seasoned

international judge at numerous high-profile competitions worldwide, he pledged to leverage his
new credentials to raise the standard of bodybuilding in the UAE and inspire future generations.

He expressed deep gratitude to the Board of Directors of the Emirates Bodybuilding and Fitness
Federation, led by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Hamad Bin Saif Al Sharqi, for their unwavering support.

Dr. Walid also extended heartfelt thanks to the President of the IFBB Academy, Colonel (Ret.)
Abdulkarim Mohammed Saeed, and the Academy’s members, acknowledging their
encouragement and guidance throughout his studies.

With this accolade, Dr. Walid not only cements his own place in the sport’s history but also sets

a shining example of Emirati excellence, determination, and leadership on the global
bodybuilding stage.

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