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10/23/25, 9:39 AM UAE Committee for Talent and Sports Support Launches the First Championship for Discovering Talents in Swimming - Middle Ea…
H.E. stated: “The Swimming Talents Championship is a strategic step toward preparing
champions and refining emerging talents. It embodies our aspirations to develop national

capabilities and strengthen the UAE’s presence in aquatic sports”.

Also, H.E. emphasized that the championship is not merely a competitive event, but rather a
national initiative aimed at promoting a culture of sports among youth, inspiring excellence,
and fostering a spirit of achievement.

The ministry also invited all clubs and academies across the UAE to participate, confirming that
registration details and participation requirements will be made available in the coming days
through the official website of the Ministry of Sports.

The championship represents the first step in the National Sports Talent Discovery Program,

aiming to provide a genuine platform for identifying young swimming talents and creating a
competitive and professional environment that meets the highest technical and organizational

standards.

It will also feature age-group competitions ranging from 9 to 17 years, with the participation of
more than 600 male and female swimmers, representing approximately 100 clubs and
academies from across the UAE — reflecting the growing national commitment to developing

the swimming sector and sustaining local sports talent across various disciplines.

Winners in each category will receive medals and recognition awards, and a selected group of
outstanding swimmers will be invited to join the Talent Development Sponsorship Programs

under the (UAETSS), designed by the ministry in cooperation with specialized entities to
provide continuous technical and training support for promising young athletes.

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