Abu Dhabi to Host Prestigious 2024 World Judo Championships
The International Judo Federation (IJF) has officially announced that Abu Dhabi will host the 2024 World Judo Championships in May 2024. This premier event marks a significant milestone in the sport’s history, as the United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its partnership with the IJF, a relationship that began with the inaugural Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2009.
Transformed into a grand slam event, Abu Dhabi has since become a magnet for major international judo competitions, including the Kata and Veterans World Championships held in October 2023.
The 2024 World Championships in Abu Dhabi will be the final major qualifying event for the Paris Olympics, guaranteeing a display of top-tier judo talent and intense competition. Athletes from around the globe will converge in Abu Dhabi, vying for glory and the chance to secure their spots at the Olympic Games.
The IJF and the UAE Judo Federation have expressed their commitment to delivering an event of the highest quality, emphasizing widespread media coverage and viewership to promote the sport of judo and its core values.
The support and attention from the President and the government of the United Arab Emirates towards judo and sports, in general, have been instrumental in bringing this prestigious event to fruition. The UAE’s reputation as a hub of innovation and sport is set to be further cemented by hosting the 2024 World Judo Championships, which promises to be a memorable and groundbreaking event in the world of judo.
