Emirati and Kuwaiti victories in AWST volleyball competitions

Al Wasl battled back after losing the first set to defeat Iraq’s Akkad Ankawa Club 3–1 in the longest match of the opening day, which lasted 119 minutes. The Emirati side took control after the opening setback, winning the next three sets 25–22, 25–20 and 25–22 after dropping the first 17–25.

Kuwait’s Al Fatat seal straight-sets victory

Kuwait’s Al Fatat recorded a confident opening-day win, defeating Lebanon’s Club Jeunesse Bauchrieh in straight sets. The Kuwaiti side secured the win 25–19, 25–19 and 25–23 in an 84-minute encounter, completing the first round of matches.

Sharjah dominate on home court

Host team Sharjah Women’s Sports Club delivered the day’s most dominant performance, defeating Syria’s Taldara Club in straight sets. Sharjah controlled the match from the start, winning 25–7, 25–16 and 25–17 in just 73 minutes—the shortest fixture of the opening day.

The hosts excelled at the net with strong blocking and maintained consistent service pressure, while their backcourt defence effectively neutralised the opposition’s attacking efforts.