(Lahbab, 2026-01-02 19:28:00) – The General Malak category competitions commenced today as part of the Fazza Championship for falconry, a major talwah event, at the Hamdan Bin mohammed Center for the Revival of Heritage in Lahbab, drawing significant participation from across the Gulf in the Jeer Shaheen category.
The first day of the falconry championship saw intense competition, with over 200 birds participating in the Jeer Shaheen rounds for the General Malak category.
- Rashid Ghanem Al-Hajri won the Farkh Jir Shaheen race with a time of 16.487 seconds.
- Saif ghanem Al Ali secured first place in the Girnas jeer Shaheen race with a time of 16.358 seconds.
- Organizers emphasized the efficiency of the “F3” electronic submission for participant registration.
The opening day featured strong competition for top placements, reflecting the high technical skill of the falconers and their thorough planning for the season. Rashid Ghanem Al-hajri claimed first place in the symbol race, Farkh Jir Shaheen, piloting the bird Al-Baraka to victory with a time of 16.487 seconds, according to event organizers. Ahmed Atiq Al-Muhairi followed in second place with the bird S29, clocking in at 16.566 seconds, while Saeed bin Mejren Al-Kindi secured third with the bird 03, finishing in 16.647 seconds.
In the symbol Girnas Jeer Shaheen race, Saif Ghanem Al Ali achieved first place with the G80 bird, completing the course in 16.358 seconds. Saeed Musabah Al Shadi came in second with the Tiger bird, recording a time of 16.462 seconds, and Sultan Rashid Al Mansouri finished third with the Nomas bird, with a time of 16.574 seconds.
Rashid Hareb Al-Khasouni, Director of the Fazza Championships Department, highlighted the center’s commitment to providing a streamlined organizational system. He stressed that the “F3” electronic application facilitates participation procedures, enhancing organizational efficiency and speeding up transaction processing, as reported by event officials.
Why It Matters
Falconry holds deep cultural significance in the Gulf region, and the fazza Championship serves as a vital platform for preserving this heritage. The competition not only showcases the skill of falconers but also contributes to the ongoing efforts to protect and promote the practice of conventional falconry. The use of technology, such as the “F3” application, demonstrates a commitment to modernizing the event while maintaining its cultural roots.This event underscores the importance placed on preserving cultural traditions alongside embracing technological advancements.
