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"It was quite spectacular," said Sharon Allison, from the Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC), which organised the event. "The beach was packed."</p> <p>The races yesterday were the first in a seven-round championship, which will be decided in April. The second round will be held in Dubai on January 8.</p> <p>About 70 competitors took part in yesterday's events - held in six categories - from countries including Italy, France, Kuwait and the UAE. The first races got under way at 10.30am, with competitors aiming to complete the most course laps in 15 minutes.</p> <p>There was also a "freestyle" event, where competitors had two minutes to show off their best jet-ski tricks.</p> <p>Nadir Bin Hendi, 40, was among the strongest competitors yesterday, winning in two events. "It was nice to see lots of spectators," he said. "It was a great atmosphere."</p> <p>Omar Abdulla al Rashid was also among yesterday's winners, coming first in the Ski Limited event. 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