The United Arab Emirates national bodybuilding team secured ten medals—including five golds—and captured three overall champion titles at the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) World Championships held in Madrid, Spain, from 30 October to 1 November, WAM reported.
According to WAM, Rashid Mohammed Al Habsi took gold in the men’s physique 176 cm class, while Tariq Mousa Mubarak topped the Masters Physique division. Abdullah Hassan Al Marzouqi earned two gold medals in the Masters and Men’s Bodybuilding categories, joining his teammates in winning the overall champion titles.
Silver medals went to Khalid Bakhit Al Falasi (Masters Bodybuilding 80 kg), Abdullah Ahmed Al Falasi (Men’s Physique 170 cm), and Abdullah Ali Al Khattal Al Mehairi (Masters Physique). Bronze honors were awarded to Ahmed Hassan Sulaiman Rustam (Bodybuilding 85 kg) and Mohammed Issa Al Baloushi (65 kg), according to the UAE press agency.
The UAE Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation praised both the athletes and the technical and administrative staff, with chairman Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi urging the team to keep its readiness for the upcoming Asian Championships, WAM said.
WAM noted that the federation will evaluate the athletes’ performance and refine training programs ahead of the next continental competition. The team’s achievements are seen as a major boost to the country’s international sports profile, with officials highlighting the importance of continued support and preparation for future tournaments.
