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With Olympic season around the corner, it\u2019s the perfect time to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of UAE\u2019s royal athletes.<\/p>\n

These royals have not only showcased their exceptional skills but have also brought immense pride and honour to the UAE.<\/p>\n

Below, GRAZIA takes a closer look at their inspiring journeys and performances.<\/p>\n

HH Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum<\/h3>\n
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HH Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum<\/a> made history as the first woman to carry the national flag of the UAE at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. At the time, the Emirati royal was competing in the martial arts category where she participated in the women\u2019s taekwondo welterweight category and finished in a commendable 7th place. Her presence was a powerful symbol of Emirati women\u2019s growing influence in sports. Sheikha Maitha\u2019s journey is a testament to breaking barriers and inspiring young Emirati women to pursue their athletic dreams.<\/p>\n

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Hasher Al Maktoum<\/h3>\n
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HH Sheikh Ahmed is a true champion in the world of trap shooting. He competed in the 2000, 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games, achieving a gold medal in double trap in Athens in 2004. His victory was a moment of immense pride for the UAE, putting the nation on the map in competitive shooting.<\/p>\n

HH Sheikh Saeed bin Rashid Al Maktoum<\/h3>\n
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HH Sheikh Saeed has been a consistent figure in men\u2019s skeet shooting, representing the UAE at the 2000, 2004, 2008, 2012, and 2016 Olympics. His passion and skill earned him the honour of being the flag bearer for the UAE during the London 2012 Olympics.<\/p>\n

HH Sheikha Latifa bint Ahmed Al Maktoum<\/h3>\n
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In the 2008 Olympics, HH Sheikha Latifa<\/a> showcased her equestrian talent in the individual mixed jumping event. Her participation brought attention to the UAE\u2019s growing presence in international equestrian sports. Sheikha Latifa\u2019s dedication to her sport and her graceful performance in Beijing have made her a role model for aspiring equestrians in the UAE.<\/p>\n

HH Sheikh Juma bin Dalmook Al Maktoum<\/h3>\n
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HH Sheikh Juma<\/a> represented the UAE in double trap shooting at the London 2012 Olympics. His involvement highlighted the nation\u2019s strength in shooting sports and demonstrated his exceptional precision and skill. Sheikh Juma\u2019s participation added to the UAE\u2019s rich legacy in the sport, inspiring many young shooters to follow in his footsteps.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42732,"featured_media":53760,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[260,7142,35,5023,4025],"yoast_head":"\nAll The UAE Royals That Have Entered The Olympics<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It\u2019s the perfect time to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of UAE\u2019s royal athletes who have shone brightly at previous Olympics.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/me\/articles\/uae-royals-at-the-olympics\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Creating A Legacy: All The Times Royals Represented The UAE At The Olympics\" \/>\n<meta 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