Beach Wrestling Championships - Men's Category
At a Glance
Description
Schedule and Venues
| Date | Activity | Time | Venue |
| Friday, November 13, 2026 | Weigh-in | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | New York University, Abu Dhabi (Google Maps) |
| Saturday, November 14, 2026 | Competition Day | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | ETIHAD ARENA (Google Maps) |
Eligibility and Entry Rules
- Open to participants inside and outside UAE.
- Wrestler must be born between 1976-2005
- Each Weight Class is limited to 14 wrestlers. Once a class reaches 14 athletes, it will be closed.
- Wrestlers may enter only one weight class.
- Mouth guards are required for wrestlers with braces.
Competition Format
- Weight Categories: -70 KG / -80 KG / -90 KG / +90 KG
- Participants: up to 14 per weight category
- Rings: 1 ring, shared across all weight categories
Prizes
| Place | Prize |
| 1st Place | AED 5,000 |
| 2nd Place | AED 3,000 |
| 3rd Place | AED 2,000 |
Medical Information
Athletes must be present in a COMPETITION UNIFORM and must submit to a skin disease screening prior to weigh-ins. The chief medical officer has full authority without appeal in determining the eligibility of an athlete to compete. In the event of injury, no contestant will be permitted to continue the competition without approval of the Chief Medical Officer, whose decision is final and not subject to appeal.
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Event Details
Schedule
Competition Day: Saturday, November 14, 2026 — 4:00 PM–8:00 PM at ETIHAD ARENA.
Weigh-In
Weigh-in: Friday, November 13, 2026 — 4:00 PM–6:00 PM at New York University, Abu Dhabi. Athletes must be present in competition uniform; skin disease screening required prior to weigh-ins.
Prize Details
Cash prizes awarded: 1st AED 5,000; 2nd AED 3,000; 3rd AED 2,000.
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Divisions
- Men's Category$0
Organizer
UAE Wrestling Federation
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Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the competition held?
Competition Day is Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at ETIHAD ARENA.
When and where are weigh-ins scheduled?
Weigh-in is Friday, November 13, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at New York University, Abu Dhabi.
Who is eligible to compete?
The event is open to participants inside and outside UAE; wrestlers must be born between 1976 and 2005.
What weight categories are contested?
The weight categories are -70 KG, -80 KG, -90 KG, and +90 KG.
How many competitors are allowed per weight class?
Each weight class is limited to 14 wrestlers, and a class will be closed once it reaches 14 athletes.
Can a wrestler enter more than one weight class?
No. Wrestlers may enter only one weight class.
What safety or medical requirements apply before competing?
Athletes must be present in a competition uniform and submit to a skin disease screening prior to weigh-ins; the Chief Medical Officer has final authority on medical eligibility and injury clearance.
Are mouth guards required?
Mouth guards are required for wrestlers with braces.
What are the prizes for the top places?
Prizes are AED 5,000 for 1st place, AED 3,000 for 2nd place, and AED 2,000 for 3rd place.
How many rings will be used for the competition?
There is one ring, shared across all weight categories.
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