Khor Fakkan Club for the Disabled finished the 2025-2026 season with 194 medals across local and international competitions, a result that puts the club at the front of para sport in the UAE. The athletes collected 79 gold, 54 silver, and 61 bronze medals. Most of these-155-came from domestic championships, while 39 were won at international events.
These results have been confirmed by WAM and Twasl News, with several sources verifying the club's reporting. The numbers reflect a strong showing both at home and abroad, and underline the club's ability to develop athletes who can compete beyond the national level.
The UAE will send a delegation of 165 athletes competing in 21 sports to the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, providing a broader context for Khor Fakkan's contribution to the national team.
Abdullah Saleh Al Naqbi, Chairman of the Board, credited the club's results to a long-term strategy aimed at raising the technical and competitive standards for athletes with disabilities. He highlighted the players' commitment and team spirit, which helped them represent the club well in every event.
Seven Khor Fakkan athletes have been selected for the UAE national team at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan, scheduled for 18 to 24 October. They will compete in athletics, table tennis, and powerlifting. Their inclusion is another sign of the club's role in developing talent for the national stage, as reported by Twasl News.
Dr. Louay Saeed Alai, Vice Chairman, said these achievements are the result of close work between the board, technical staff, and players. He pointed to the importance of ongoing monitoring and providing the right training resources, and said the club plans to build on this progress in future seasons.
On 16 September 2026, Khor Fakkan Club for the Disabled publicly showcased the development of its sports infrastructure, reflecting ongoing investment in athlete preparation facilities. This infrastructure growth runs parallel to the club's competitive successes, supporting sustained performance at both local and international levels.
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al Hammadi, Head of the Technical Affairs and Talent Nurturing Committee, pointed to the club's training and talent identification programmes as key to preparing athletes for competition at every level.
Khor Fakkan's results come as standards across UAE sport continue to rise, with other disciplines-such as football-also aiming for greater recognition in Asia and beyond. (See earlier coverage).
The 2025-2026 season shows what targeted investment and structured programmes can achieve in para sport. Khor Fakkan Club for the Disabled's results are a clear example of how focused support and athlete development can lead to success at every level.
