Medal tally includes 44 gold, 25 silver, and 28 bronze medals across various disciplines
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Police General Headquarters team claimed an impressive total of 97 medals — 44 gold, 25 silver, and 28 bronze — across various sporting disciplines during their participation in the World Police and Firefighter Games, held in Birmingham, US, from June 28 to July 6, 2025.
This remarkable achievement marks another milestone in the force’s ongoing journey of global sports excellence, showcasing the high readiness and capabilities of Abu Dhabi Police personnel and reinforcing the UAE’s presence on the international athletic stage.
The team competed in a wide range of sports, including shooting, cross-country running, cycling (track, road, and uphill), jiu-jitsu, CrossFit, javelin throw, 800m and 1500m track races, half-marathon, triathlon, various swimming events, and indoor rowing (ergometer).
Brigadier Dr. Rashid Borshid Al Naqbi, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Police Sports Council, praised the team’s outstanding performance, emphasising that the results reflect the unwavering support of the police leadership and its commitment to providing a comprehensive training and athletic environment that nurtures talent.
The team delivered standout performances in jiu-jitsu, securing multiple gold and bronze medals. They also excelled in running, javelin throw, and CrossFit events, earning medals across track, road, and uphill races. The cross-country team notably clinched gold in the 10-kilometer team race.
In swimming, the team garnered numerous gold, silver, and bronze medals in both individual and relay events, including butterfly, backstroke, freestyle, and medley relays. Their performance in indoor rowing (ergometer) was equally strong, winning medals in the 500-meter and 2,000-meter races across various categories and weight classes.
The final day witnessed exceptional achievements in triathlon and the half-marathon. The team won gold, silver, and bronze medals in the individual triathlon, as well as gold in the team relay across the +18, +30, and +40 age categories. They also secured silver in the individual half-marathon and gold in the team event.
In shooting competitions, the team delivered commendable results across four main events. In the air rifle category, they won first place in the team division and took first and second in the individual division. In the Olympic .22-caliber (single position) rifle event, the team won first place in both team and individual categories, sweeping the podium with first, second, and third places. In the Olympic .22-caliber (three positions) rifle competition, the team placed second in both team and individual divisions. In the pistol events — PPC accuracy and dynamic skills — they claimed six gold, seven silver, and five bronze medals, solidifying their status as one of the world’s top police teams.
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