UAE’s Blooshi crowned champion at IFBB Wawan Classic Bodybuilding Championship

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

Sheikh Abdullah Bin Hamad Bin Saif Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Emirates Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (EBFF), crowned UAE national team player Marwan Al Blooshi as champion after the Emirati bagged top honours in the men’s Classic Bodybuilding Overall competition at the IFBB Wawan Classic held at the Dubai Muscle Beach.

After clinch the overall honours, Blooshi hogged the limelight again as he dominated the master men’s Classic Bodybuilding 40-49 Years Open category.

The Emirati also won gold in the master men’s Classic Bodybuilding Overall competition.

The event featured around 350 participants across various categories and weight classes.

Balooshi’s two gold medals, brought his total to four gold medals, a rare record in UAE bodybuilding competitions.

Balushi described the competition as very tough, as it coincided with the participation of top champions from various countries. He expressed pride in his achievements, stating that the four gold medals held significant value, especially as they came after his recent victory at the World Championship in Japan in December last year.

He pointed out that UAE bodybuilding is in an advanced stage due to the significant support it receives from the Board of Directors of the Emirates Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, as well as the technical and administrative teams, all of which have helped him reach the top positions.

The competition was marked by impressive physical performances, especially from athletes from the UAE, Egypt, and other countries, which led them to podium finishes thanks to their outstanding physique presentations.