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3/1/24, 1:58 PM Hamdan bin Mohammed opens fifth edition of Gov Games in Dubai Festival City : GoDubai.com

Hamdan bin Mohammed opens fifth edition of
Gov Games in Dubai Festival City

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Running until 3 March, event features 194
teams from around the world
His Highness welcomes all participating
teams in the event's largest edition to date
His Highness: The annual global event
reflects the vision of Mohammed bin
Rashid to strengthen Dubai's status as a
key destination for global sporting events
“The Gov Games has evolved into a
global platform where participants from
across the world collaborate, exchange
experiences, and strive to improve their
teamwork and leadership abilities”
Government of Dubai Media Office – 29 February 2024: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive
Council of Dubai, today opened the fifth edition of the Gov Games in Dubai Festival City. With
194 teams participating from around the world, the four-day sporting extravaganza marks its
largest edition to date.
Running until 3 March, the Gov Games 2024 is being hosted in partnership with DP World
and in cooperation with the Dubai Sports Council. The event commenced with high-octane
action as 84 men's and 26 women's teams competed in the Battle of the Government
category. The contests included a series of limit-testing physical and mental challenges.
HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said: “The Gov Games has become a symbol of global
sporting values, including sportsmanship, teamwork, and community. This is exemplified by
the camaraderie showcased by the largest number of international teams participating in the
tournament's largest edition to date.”
Welcoming all 194 teams to this year's finals, His Highness praised the expansion and
diversity achieved by the Gov Games, which includes the return of 28 international teams
participating in the Battle of the Cities. The annual global event reflects the vision of His
Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of
the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to strengthen Dubai's status as a key destination for global
sporting events and to integrate human development, creativity, and innovation into all
aspects of life and society in Dubai.
“The Gov Games has evolved into a global platform where participants from across the world
collaborate, exchange experiences, and strive to improve their teamwork and leadership
abilities. They confront tough challenges with a blend of strategic thinking and physical
resilience, qualities that are essential for development in every aspect of life,” His Highness
said.
He added: “Offering young people the chance to engage in the Gov Games for the first time
through the Junior Gov Games demonstrates our dedication to fostering cooperation and
cultivating leadership skills among our youth, which are crucial for empowering the leaders of
tomorrow.”
Day 1 Results
The inaugural day of the Gov Games saw fierce competition among the teams engaging in
the Battle of the Government category, both for men and women. Among those qualifying for
the women's Battle of the Government competition were:

Dubai Police with 98 points
Emirates Schools Establishment with 96.7 points
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority with 84.3 points
Roads & Transport Authority with 78.4 points

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