Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, has directed that a cash reward of AED 1,000 be granted for every kilogram of weight lost to participants of the second Ras Al Khaimah Fitness Challenge who did not place in the top 20 winners. According to the Crown Prince’s Office, the gesture honors the commitment and perseverance of participants who pursued the initiative's health objectives despite not reaching the final winners' list.

The Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah emphasized that the initiative is more than a competition for rankings; it is a community-driven project aimed at fostering a culture of health and fitness and establishing a healthy lifestyle among the public. He noted that anyone who demonstrated consistency and improved their health is a winner deserving of recognition. "We believe that true victory begins with self-mastery, and all those who participated and worked diligently to improve their health and fitness are a source of pride," he said. "Consequently, we have ordered a payment of AED 1,000 for every kilogram lost to participants who did not reach the top 20 list, encouraging them to continue their wellness journey, as every step toward a healthier life is a commendable achievement."

The directive follows two days after the closing ceremony of the challenge's second edition, which took place on Sunday evening, July 5, at the Al Dhait Sports Hall. Held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud, the ceremony honored the top 20 participants following months of competition.

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The top 20 participants were announced during the challenge's closing ceremony. The first-place winner received AED 50,000, while the second and third places were awarded AED 49,000 and AED 48,000, respectively. Prizes continued on a sliding scale down to the 20th-place finisher, who received AED 31,000.

Emirati citizen Ahmed Mohammed Al Tunaiji secured the top spot in this edition. During the competition, he successfully reduced his weight from 109 kg to 90.5 kg, losing approximately 19 kg to claim the grand prize of AED 50,000.

The second edition of the six-month challenge saw increased participation compared to the inaugural event, with the number of contestants rising from 110 to 121. The total weight lost by all participants also grew from 600 kg to 724 kg. Additionally, the minimum age requirement was lowered from 18 to 13 for the first time, allowing teenagers to participate in the competition.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud had previously directed in December 2025 for the challenge to continue in 2026, with events to be held every six months for the 13 to 30 age group. This decision is part of the emirate's strategy to invest in the health of the younger generation and promote an active lifestyle.