Abu Dhabi is set to host the 2025 World Shooting Para Sport World Cup at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club from 25th October to 5th November 2025. Organised by the Zayed Authority for People of Determination in cooperation with the International Paralympic Committee and the World Shooting Para Sport Federation, the event is being held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council.
This year’s championship will gather representatives from 37 countries and approximately 370 participants, including athletes, delegation heads, and international referees. A total of 213 male and female athletes will compete across 43 events in the men’s, women’s, and visually impaired categories. The competitions will feature air pistol, air and small-bore rifle, shotgun, and visually impaired shooting disciplines, all conducted in line with international standards. This marks the eighth occasion the UAE has hosted the championship in Al Ain.
Abdullah Abdulali Al Humaidan said the continued hosting reflects the confidence of the International Paralympic Committee and the World Shooting Para Sport Federation in the UAE’s organisational excellence, world-class infrastructure, and inclusive sporting environment.
Aref Hamad Al Awani said the event supports the leadership’s vision to strengthen the UAE’s global sports presence and empower People of Determination by providing them with opportunities to excel internationally.
Abdullah Ismail Al Kamali expressed gratitude to the UAE’s leadership for its continuous care for People of Determination and stated that this championship has become a key event on the international para-sport calendar, thanks to the country’s consistent organisational success.
Team V.4-EM-UAE
