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Al-Sulaiteen brothers clinch double gold at Abu Dhabi Jiu-Jitsu Grand Slam

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18/05/2025

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18/05/2025

Zaid and Abdulaziz Al-Sulaiteen display their medals.

ABU DHABI, May 18, (KUNA):  Kuwaiti athletes Zaid and Abdulaziz Al-Sulaiteen secured a double gold triumph at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu-Jitsu Championship, further cementing their dominance on the international stage.

Zaid Al-Sulaiteen claimed gold in the under-14 category, overcoming a competitive field of 16 athletes from various countries. His younger brother, Abdulaziz, captured gold in the under-12 category, which featured 21 international competitors.

With their latest victories, the Al-Sulaiteen brothers have now amassed a remarkable total of six gold medals in Jiu-Jitsu Grand Slam tournaments. Their previous wins include top finishes in London, Istanbul, Moscow, and Rome, making them the first Kuwaiti athletes to achieve this milestone in the sport.

Speaking to KUNA, their father, Mohammad Al-Sulaiteen, expressed his immense pride in their accomplishments. “This achievement is not only for our family, but for all of Kuwait. We hope to see continued support for our athletes in Jiu-Jitsu and other sports in the future,” he said.