HRH PRINCE FEISAL OPENS VETERANS WRESTLING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Oct 06, 2026
His Royal Highness Prince Feisal Al Hussein, President of the Jordan Olympic Committee, has opened today, Tuesday, the Veterans Wrestling World Championships, hosted in Amman through to October 11.
The championship has welcomed more than 500 wrestlers from 50 countries, aged between 35 to 60 years.
President of the Jordan Wrestling Federation, Mohammad Al-Awamleh, emphasised the importance of Jordan hosting this global event, pointing out that organising a championship of this magnitude with broad international participation reflects the confidence enjoyed by the Kingdom in its ability to host major international sports championships.
International Wrestling Federation delegate, Mr. Zamel Al-Shahrani, praised the preparations and arrangements, extending his gratitude to Jordan and the Jordan Wrestling Federation, and wishing success to the organisers and participating wrestlers.