DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 7, 2026 — The seventh UAE SWAT Challenge launched on Saturday at Dubai’s Training City in Al Ruwayyah, with Kazakhstani teams dominating the Assault Challenge, the championship’s opening event.
Team Kazakhstan C took first place with a time of 00:01:28.32, earning 109 points. Kazakhstan D finished a close second, posting a time of 00:01:30.72 for 108 points, while Russia’s Malakhit Team One came in third with a time of 00:01:35.98 and 107 points.
The top three teams were recognized by the Organising Committee in a ceremony attended by strategic partners, sponsors, and senior Dubai Police officers, signaling a robust and competitive opening to the tournament.
The Committee commended the high standard of performance shown on the first day, noting the teams’ professional handling of the Assault Challenge. The event assessed skills in operational coordination, precision live firing, navigating obstacles, physical stamina, and evacuating simulated casualties against the clock.
The UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 kicked off earlier in the day in a vibrant and competitive setting, attracting elite tactical police units from around the globe. The championship includes five specialized challenges and has a total prize fund of USD 260,000, with daily awards for leading teams as well as overall prizes at the end.
The opening ceremony was graced by the presence of His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, and His Excellency Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary General of the Executive Council of Dubai, along with senior officers and tactical team leaders from police forces representing six continents.
On an inspection tour, Lt Gen Al Marri examined the competition grounds and related activities, such as the “Your Security Is Our Happiness” exhibition showcasing Dubai Police’s community programs. He also toured the Media Centre, which manages live broadcasts and daily news reporting, and the on-site medical facilities for the teams.
Lt Gen Al Marri extended a welcome to all competitors and emphasized the UAE SWAT Challenge’s increasing global recognition, citing the previous event’s Guinness World Record for the most countries ever represented in a tactical team championship.
The challenge, which runs until Wednesday, will proceed with the Hostage Rescue Challenge, then the Officer Rescue Challenge, Tower Challenge, and will finish with the Obstacle Challenge. All events are streamed live in Arabic and English on the challenge’s official platforms.
Beyond the contests, the event provides a dynamic and family-oriented atmosphere with partner exhibitions and diverse food options. It is open to the public for its entire five-day schedule, allowing guests to experience the action live and cheer for their national teams.
Media contacts:
UAE SWAT Challenge Media Centre
+97146996224
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