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Press Release

for tomorrow at the main pool of Hamdan Sports Complex in Dubai, starting at 9:00 AM.
These events will include short-distance, mid-distance, and relay races to determine the

champions of this year’s edition.

Athletic competitions will take place on May 22 at the track and field facility of James

Modern Academy in Dubai, featuring various short, middle, and long-distance races, along
with jumping and throwing events. The finals for the remaining nine sports categories will

occur on May 24 at the North Halls of the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City. The closing
ceremony and awards presentation will be held at 6 PM on the same day, attended by

prominent sports figures, representatives of partners, and student parents.

His Excellency Sheikh Suhail bin Butti Al Maktoum, Assistant Undersecretary for Sports

Development and Competitiveness at the Ministry of Sports and Chairman of the UAE

Sports Federation for School and University Institutions, highlighted the remarkable
success of the latest edition of the UAE School Games Championship, exemplified by the

widespread participation of both students and schools. A total of 4,696 students, including
3,036 boys and 1,660 girls from 875 schools across the Emirates, participated in the event,

showcasing the UAE’s strong commitment to enhancing the school sports sector through
early talent identification and training.

His Excellency further stated: “The School Games play a critical role in nurturing future
champions, and empowering Emirati athletes to shine on the world stage, achieving great

success at the Olympics, as well as various continental and international levels. Such
tournaments also help foster a culture of sports within the community by inspiring young

people to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. This year’s edition, in particular, has truly

lived up to our expectations, due to impressive participation and the strong spirit of
competition displayed by the students. As the finals commence, the nation’s most talented

young athletes will compete for the top spots and a chance to win gold, silver, and bronze

medals.”