The Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC 9) will take place in the historic “Dojo” arena, one of Paris’ most iconic sports landmarks.
- The event will feature top stars of Jiu-Jitsu and combat sports from around the world.
- The championship will take place on Saturday, April 18th, 2025, in the French capital, Paris.
- The ADXC 9 is organised by “International Vision Sports Management” under an Emirati vision.
Reaffirming Abu Dhabi’s Global Leadership
This hosting reaffirms Abu Dhabi’s global leadership as a capital for elite sports and its pivotal role in advancing combat disciplines and organising high-level international tournaments. It highlights the success of the Emirati model in exporting world-class sporting experiences to major global cities.
The ADXC Platform: A Unique Professional Model
The ADXC platform offers a unique professional model that combines high competitiveness with top organisational and technical standards. This model has had a significant positive impact on the development of grappling worldwide.
Participation and Support
On Thursday, a major press conference was held in Paris, attended by world champions, French athletes participating, and international media representatives. Participants emphasised the significant positive impact that Abu Dhabi has had on the development of grappling worldwide.
“I am excited to be a part of this championship. Abu Dhabi has succeeded in establishing a new model for combat sports. My participation in this championship marks a new chapter in my career, in a venue I know well, but under a fresh and exciting format.” – Guillaume Chaine, French Olympic champion
French Athletes Share Their Excitement
French Olympic champion Guillaume Chaine, debuting in no-gi grappling, described the event as a new benchmark for elite matchups. French champion Aurelie Le Vern praised the event’s hosting in Paris, affirming that “Abu Dhabi Extreme” has enhanced women’s presence in grappling.
- Gabriel Sousa, one of the world’s top Jiu-Jitsu athletes, described the event as a new benchmark for elite matchups.
- Aurelie Le Vern praised the event’s hosting in Paris, affirming that “Abu Dhabi Extreme” has enhanced women’s presence in grappling.
Challenges and Opportunities
French fighter Kalim Mstouri expressed his pride in facing Robson Gracie Jr., a member of the legendary family that founded Jiu-Jitsu. Veteran French athlete Nicolas Renier also shared his excitement about joining the event, stating that the championship is an ideal platform for returning to competition at the age of 40.
| Competitors | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Guillaume Chaine | No-gi grappling | Paris, France |
| Gabriel Sousa | Jiu-Jitsu | Paris, France |
| Aurelie Le Vern | Women’s grappling | Paris, France |
| Kalim Mstouri | Jiu-Jitsu | Paris, France |
| Nicolas Renier | Combat sports | Paris, France |
The Championship Reflects Abu Dhabi’s Commitment
This championship reflects Abu Dhabi’s ongoing commitment to supporting and developing modern combat sports globally. It is a testament to the great trust Abu Dhabi enjoys within the global sports community and its success in hosting tournaments that uphold innovation and diversity, while reinforcing the global standing of combat sports.