In brief
At the International Federation of Bodybuilding & Fitness World Championships in Madrid, the United Arab Emirates captured ten medals and three crown titles, positioning the nation as a powerhouse in the sport. Key athletes Rashid Mohammed Al Habsi and Tariq Mousa Mubarak took gold in their divisions, while the federation praised their performance and urged sustained preparation for the next Asian competitions.
In Madrid, Spain, from 30 October to 1 November 2026, the UAE national bodybuilding and fitness team secured ten medals—including five gold, three silver and two bronze—and claimed three overall champion titles at the IFBB World Championships.
Rashid Mohammed Al Habsi won gold in the men’s physique 176cm division, while Tariq Mousa Mubarak topped the masters physique field. Abdullah Hassan Al Marzouqi earned a double gold in masters and men’s bodybuilding, adding to the UAE’s haul of overall champion titles.
The silver medals went to Khalid Bakhit Al Falasi (masters bodybuilding 80kg), Abdullah Ahmed Al Falasi (men’s physique 170cm) and Abdullah Ali Al Khattal Al Mehairi (masters physique).
Bronze medals were claimed by Ahmed Hassan Sulaiman Rustam (bodybuilding 85kg) and Mohammed Issa Al Baloushi (65kg).
Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Chairman of the UAE Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, praised the athletes and the technical and administrative staff, encouraging the team to maintain readiness for the forthcoming Asian Championships.
The victory underscores the UAE’s growing presence on the world bodybuilding stage and highlights the country’s commitment to fostering athletic excellence.
