Romania won 43 medals at the 2026 World Ju-Jitsu Championship in Abu Dhabi

The Romanian delegation concluded the 2026 World Ju-Jitsu Championship, held at the Mubadala Arena in Abu Dhabi, with an impressive tally of 43 medals: 15 gold, 15 silver, and 13 bronze.

The competition brought together over 1,500 athletes from around the world, and Romania was represented by 42 athletes from new clubs. The participation started successfully in the Masters category, where Ionuț Costin Dobre became World Champion. At the JJIF World Cup U14, young Romanian athletes won four medals, securing them first place in the Fighting ranking. At the Youth & Adults World Championship, Romania confirmed the value of the current generation, winning 33 medals. The seniors also contributed with a bronze medal.

The delegation excelled in all age categories and disciplines, confirming the development of Romanian Ju-Jitsu. The Romanian Martial Arts Federation emphasized the importance of these results and thanked the team for their efforts. Romania was also represented in the international body of referees, highlighting the recognition of Romanian refereeing on an international level. The results obtained in Abu Dhabi reflect the potential of the current generation of athletes to remain competitive at a global level.