Fujairah Martial Arts Club Wins SPIA Middle East 2025 Award for Best Sports Event of 2024

In a remarkable sporting achievement that highlights its organizational excellence and professionalism, Fujairah Martial Arts Club was awarded the Sports Industry Awards (SPIA) Middle East 2025 for Best Sports Event of 2024, in recognition of the outstanding success of the 11th Fujairah Open International Taekwondo Championship. The event attracted over 2,000 athletes from across the globe and stood out as a premier sporting platform on both regional and international levels.

This prestigious recognition is a reflection of the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah and President of Fujairah Martial Arts Club, whose strategic direction continues to elevate Fujairah’s status as a global destination for elite sports events.

The award ceremony took place at Space 42 Arena in Abu Dhabi on May 20, 2025, in the presence of key figures from the regional sports sector, decision-makers from across the MENA region, and representatives from leading media outlets.

The award is proudly supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, underscoring the institutional synergy in celebrating and empowering sporting excellence in the region.

The category featured strong competition from globally recognized events, including the DP World Tour Championship, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, further affirming the prominence of the Fujairah Open among the region’s top-tier sports organizers, and the growing global recognition of Fujairah as a leader in sports event management.

Commenting on the award, Mr. Nader Abushawish, Director of Fujairah Martial Arts Club, stated:

The Fujairah Open International Taekwondo Championship (G2) is regarded as one of the most prestigious combat sports events globally, attracting top athletes and international referees to highly competitive matches. Each year, it offers participants the opportunity to push the limits of excellence and determination in the sport of Taekwondo.

In 2025, the championship made history by entering the Guinness World Records, with a record-breaking 2,332 participants, earning the title of the world’s largest international Taekwondo competition by participation.

Founded in 2012, the SPIA Middle East Awards are held under the patronage of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and serve as the region’s official platform to honor influential leaders, organizations, facilities, and initiatives that contribute to the development of the sports industry in the Middle East.