Abu Dhabi, UAE – 24 November 2025: The Supreme Organising Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 announced the signing of a series of strategic partnership agreements between the Games and leading UAE and international organisations.
The signing ceremony formally recognised the commitment of key organisations, including AD Ports Group, PureHealth, LuLu Group International, Miral, Mubadala Investment Company, Etihad Rail and Choueiri Group, for sharing the Games’ vision of promoting lifelong participation in sport, community wellbeing, and promoting longevity. They further highlighted Abu Dhabi’s leadership in fostering inclusive sporting initiatives and advancing the UAE’s position as a global hub for health, vitality, and active living.
The agreements were signed by H.E. Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in the presence of H.E. Mohamed Al Junaibi, Vice Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026. Senior representatives from the participating partners also attended the ceremony, including Sultan Al Ghaithi, Group Chief Human Resources Officer of AD Ports Group; Shaista Asif, Group CEO of PureHealth; Ashraf Ali M.A., Executive Director of Lulu Group International; Taghrid Al Saeed, Executive Director Group Communications & Destination Marketing of Miral; Homaid Al Shimmari, Deputy CEO of Mubadala Investment Company; HE Shadi Malak, CEO of Etihad Rail and Pierre Choueiri, Chairman & CEO of Choueiri Group.
H.E. Aref Hamad Al Awani, said: “The success of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 is rooted in cooperation, and today’s agreements reaffirm the trust of our partners in the UAE’s vision and capabilities. Together, we aim to advance the Games as a bridge between nations and communities where sport serves as a language of connection and mutual respect. This collaboration will elevate the event’s global impact and contribute to a wider movement for healthier and more inclusive societies.”
Set to take place from 6 to 15 February 2026, the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will be the largest international multi-sport event ever hosted in the Middle East, welcoming more than 25,000 athletes from around the world. Participants will compete across over 30 sports, including heritage disciplines that reflect the UAE’s rich cultural identity.
Open to all individuals aged 30 and above, the Games embrace the philosophy of “lifelong sports,” promoting active living, social inclusion, and intercultural exchange. The event will serve as a key milestone in reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s status as a global capital for sport and wellbeing, while positioning the UAE as a leading advocate of community-driven, people-centred development.
For registration and more information, please visit: https://abudhabimasters2026.com.
About Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026
The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 is one of the world’s leading multi-sport international events, set to take place in the United Arab Emirates from 6 to 15 February 2026 across 22 sporting venues in Abu Dhabi. The Games are designed to promote an active and healthy lifestyle, strengthen community spirit, and celebrate the shared passion for sport that brings people together.
More than 25,000 participants from around the world are expected to take part, competing in over 30 sports, including six traditional Emirati games and 18 disciplines open to People of Determination.
Participation is open to everyone aged 30 and above, with no upper age limit, embodying the inclusive and diverse spirit that defines the Games. By hosting this landmark event, the UAE continues to strengthen its position as a leading sporting destination in the Middle East and reaffirms its commitment to using sport as a global platform for connection, inclusivity and community engagement.
For more information and to register for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, please visit the official website: https://abudhabimasters2026.com.
