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After four intense and exciting days, the winners of WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2017 - the world's largest vocational skills competition have finally been announced, during an unforgettable ceremony held in Abu Dhabi on Thursday evening.
More than 10,000 people filled Yas Du Arena stadium, cheering for their favourite teams and for those who competed during WorldSkills Abu Dhabi 2016, which was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
The ceremony began with UAE National Anthem, before a memorable speech by Mubarak Saeed Al Shamsi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) who highlighted that the UAE Capital was proud to have welcomed the 100,000 visitors for the week-long event, adding that Abu Dhabi is the Middle East's heart of hospitality.
He honoured all the competitors and thanked them for inspiring young Emirati students from across the UAE to compete with the best of their abilities.
"You're here not to learn, you're here so we can learn from you."
China led the medal table with 15 gold medals, 7 silvers and 8 bronzes. Korea came second on medal points with 8 golds, 8 silvers, and 8 bronzes. Switzerland was third on points, winning 11 golds, 6 silver, and 3 bronze. The UAE, won three Medallions for Excellence.
The winners called on stage proudly wore their flags, some cheered and were all smiles, while others shed happy tears for their great success.
Although there were no winners from the Arab nations in the skills categories, Al Shamsi said every single competitor is a champion.
"Never forget, whether you leave here with a medal or not, you are already the best in the world," added Al Shamsi.
Biao Song, from China, was awarded the Albert Vidal award - the prestigious award granted to the competitor who achieved the highest score overall across all skill competitions, an award that is named in memory of WSI's founder.
The Best of Nation awards - awarded to the competitor who gained the highest points and/or highest medal ranking among their national or regional team - was decided by each individual member.
Two Emiratis, Ibrahim Alraeesi and Hamad Alremeithi were awarded the Best of Nation award, among international competitors.
The prizes for the winners have not yet been announced, however.
Simon Bartley, WorldSkills President told Khaleej Times that the prizes for the gold, silver and bronze winners differ from one country to the other.
"Every country gives different awards."
The gold, silver, and bronze medals were awarded to the highest-ranked participants in each skill competition. Medallions for Excellence were also awarded to competitors who achieved above-average scores in their skill.
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