Hania Reggi, Captain Tala Ali Ali, Mohsen Hassan Alali and other officials during the meeting at the Fujairah Tennis and Country Club.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

Emerging as an ideal venue for sporting events, the Fujairah Tennis and Country Club will host a swimming competition on Thursday.

The one-day swimming event has attracted 50 swimmers of different nationalities including Egypt, Syria, India, and Australia.

Majority of the participants representing Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Fujairah are from the UAE. The event will begin at 10pm and held under the patronage of Sheikh Abdullah Bin Hamad Bin Saif Al Sharqi, President of the Emirates Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation

“The swimming competition seeks to encourage every member of the community to keep playing sports and remain physically active during the Holy Month of Ramadan because of the many benefit of sports for individuals, both physical and mental, as well as the benefits of sports at a social level like strengthening community bonds, forging relationships and being a source of happiness and positive energy,” said Sheikh Abdullah.

Sheikh Abdullah also lauded the efforts of Fujairah Tennis and Country Club in promoting healthy lifestyle

Swimming competition will be held for different age categories while each participant is allowed to choose only two stroke styles.

“The swimming event is looking at the possibility of promoting sports and physical activity for individuals. Event will be held in line with the COVID-19 precautionary measures and protocols, as well as other guidelines issued by relevant authorities,” said Hania Reggi, Senior Sales and Marketing Manager.