Israeli anthem plays in the UAE for the first time after Judo athlete Sagi Muki wins Gold

The Israeli national anthem played in the United Arab Emirates for the first time on Sunday, when one of its athletes won Gold at International Judo Federation's Grand Slam.

Sagi Muki travelled to Abu Dhabi to compete, despite the fact his country and the UAE have no diplomatic relations.

He beat Matthias Casse to win in the event's under-81 kilogram category and Hatikvah played as he stood on the winners' stand to receive his medal.

Israel Culture Minister Miri Regev was among the attendees and was visibly moved as she hung the Gold medallion around Mr Muki's neck.