International Falconry Competition to Showcase World-class Sporting Skills

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The International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing (IFFSR) has unveiled an impressive lineup for the inaugural International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing Cup. This prestigious event will bring together falconry teams from 15 countries, competing against each other on a 400-metre course.

Taking place on 14th December, the competition will feature teams from both founding and sports members of the International Federation. A total of 16 teams from 15 countries have confirmed their participation, making this a highly anticipated event for falconry enthusiasts worldwide.

The decision to organize this tournament aligns with the vision of Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and President of the International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing. His support aims to elevate the global profile of falconry and enable its widespread appeal across nations and generations.

Rashid bin Markhan, Secretary-General of IFFSR, emphasized the significance of the International Federation for Falconry Sports and Racing Cup, stating, “This inaugural edition is not only a celebration of Emirati culture and heritage but also an opportunity to showcase the shared elements of this tradition on a global platform.”

The participating teams for the competition represent a diverse range of countries from around the world. The entrants include the Heritage Sport Committee Team from the Kingdom of Bahrain, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Village Team from Kuwait, Al-Gannas Qatari Society Team from Qatar, Morocco Falconry Association Team from Morocco, Algeria National Association of Falconry Team from Algeria, Al Qannas Association Team from Egypt, the Argentine Falconry Association Team from Argentina, National Union of Hunters and Falconers from Italy, Southern Falconry Association from Spain, the Uzbekistan Falconry Association and Tugan Falconry Club teams from Uzbekistan, Kilomero Association team from Tanzania, Salbuurun team from Kyrgyzstan, Greek Falconry Association Team from Greece, Capital Falconry Academy of Beijing Team from China, and the UAE Falcons Federation team.

Bin Markhan confirmed that the international teams’ entries have been received and approved, following the necessary registration process. “Entries were accepted for a period of 30 days following the announcement by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed. The falcons participating in the tournament will undergo expert checks and approval. On the day before the tournament begins, the birds will be randomly assigned their team partnerships through an electronic shuffling process,” Bin Markhan explained.

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