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Al-Eid claims Diamond Tour, team honours for Marwan Al Shaqab

Al-Eid claims Diamond Tour, team honours for Marwan Al Shaqab

Khalid al-Eid stole the spotlight in the Diamond Tour as the twelfth round of the Longines Hathab – Qatar Equestrian Tour wrapped up at the Qatar Equestrian Federation’s main arena yesterday.Riding Raker, al-Eid clinched the 150cm class with a sharp round in 40.68 seconds, edging out Cyrine Cherif, who clocked 41.26 seconds on Easy Boy. Mohammed Saeed Haidan settled for third after posting 42.55 seconds aboard Wathnan Stand, as the top riders delivered a tight contest at the highest level. In the Bronze Tour (120cm), Anaz al-Anaz claimed top honours with a winning time of 56.45 seconds on Be Bop de Lyons. Faris Saad al-Qahtani followed in 57.86 seconds on Foudre du Banney, while Hussein Saeed Haidan placed third in 60.87 seconds on Gringo. The team event saw Marwan Al Shaqab take first place with a combined time of 144.78 seconds. Al Adeed Al Shaqab finished second, while Al Shaqab team secured third.Earlier, Salha Khalid al-Obaidli impressed in the Future Riders Tour (90cm), winning in 24.79 seconds on Violet Van Het Koetshuis. Alqaqaa bin Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani finished second on Bon Suela, with Salman Faisal al-Marri third on Suol Rebel. Speaking after the round, Ali Yousef al-Rumaihi, Vice Chairman of the Organising Committee, said the tour continues to grow in stature and quality.“We saw strong competition, which highlights the riders’ readiness and determination to perform at their best. With only two rounds remaining, attention now turns to the race for points and the overall standings as riders push to secure the title. The intensity also reflects the championship’s success in attracting elite international riders while continuing to support and develop local talent, strengthening Qatar’s presence on the showjumping stage.”  Related Story

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Winter sports development program kicks off

Winter sports development program kicks off

The Winter Sports Development Program was launched at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena as part of the Years of Culture Initiative (Qatar – Canada & Mexico 2026), in a strategic collaboration between the Qatar Winter Sports Committee and Qatar Museums’ flagship cultural program. Designed as a unique platform bridging sport and culture, the initiative aims to expand awareness of winter sports in Qatar while promoting international exchange, particularly with Canada and Mexico. It combines hands-on sporting experiences, interactive learning, and cultural engagement activities. The opening ceremony carried a strong diplomatic and sporting tone, featuring the ceremonial puck drop by Karim Morcos, Ambassador of Canada to Qatar, José Guillermo Ordorica Robles, Ambassador of Mexico to Qatar and Majid Rashid al-Sulaiti, President of the Qatar Winter Sports Committee, marking the start of an exhibition ice hockey game between amateur players from Qatar and Canadian residents. The program also featured curling demonstrations and public participation sessions led by expert coaches, alongside skating workshops open to all age groups. Families enjoyed a full cultural experience, complemented by Qatari, Canadian, and Mexican culinary offerings, celebrating diversity and cultural exchange. Al-Sulaiti expressed his delight at the strong public turnout, which exceeded expectations, highlighting the success of the collaboration with the Years of Culture initiative under Qatar Museums, chaired by Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani. He stressed the importance of such initiatives in strengthening cultural ties between nations and confirmed that further events will continue at Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena in the coming period.

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A remarkable ending to the 2025–2026 Qatar Rugby League

A remarkable ending to the 2025–2026 Qatar Rugby League

The 2025–2026 Qatar Rugby League season concluded on Thursday in a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere, reflecting the rapid development of the sport in the State of Qatar. The closing stages witnessed strong competition between participating teams, all of whom delivered impressive performances, with a notable crowd turnout that enjoyed the season finale matches. The tournament featured six men’s teams in Rugby XV: Doha Rugby, Blue Falcons, Camels, Fites, Doha Titles, and Oryx, alongside three women’s teams in Rugby Sevens: Oryx, Doha Ladies, and Camels. The men’s final was highly competitive and full of intensity, as Blue Falcons secured the title with a commanding 44–0 victory over Camels, earning a well-deserved place on the podium. In the women’s competition, Doha Ladies were crowned Rugby Sevens champions after defeating Oryx 19–12 in a closely contested match that remained competitive until the final moments. At the conclusion of the tournament, Abdullah Aman al-Khater, Secretary-General of the Qatar Rugby Federation, and Saad Badr al-Abdullah, Board Member, presented the trophies to the winning teams in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Talal Mujalli, Head of Rugby at the Federation, expressed his satisfaction with the successful conclusion of the season, praising the high standards shown by players and highlighting the continued development of rugby in Qatar, particularly the growing participation at youth level. For his part, Abbas Kharfani, Technical Director of the Federation, praised the high competitive level of the final, stressing the importance of such events in identifying national team players ahead of their upcoming fixture against Saudi Arabia on May 15 in Doha as part of the world rankings structure. He also announced that the season-ending festival will take place on May 21, featuring an exhibition match with top players from Qatari clubs, celebrating the success and growth of the season.

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Former F1 driver, Paralympics star Alex Zanardi dies at 59

Former F1 driver, Paralympics star Alex Zanardi dies at 59

Alex Zanardi, a Formula 1 driver who became a Paralympic gold medalist after losing his legs in a crash, has died at 59.The inspirational Italian passed away on Friday night surrounded by loved ones, according

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Shah bowls sensational 3-run last over to lift PSL debuta…

Shah bowls sensational 3-run last over to lift PSL debuta…

Fast bowler Hunain Shah’s sensational last over against three-time champion Islamabad United earned Hyderabad Kingsmen a thrilling two-run win and a place in the Pakistan Super League final on Friday night.Islamabad needed a run a

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Diego Maradona had bipolar disorder, was ‘narcissistic’, …

Diego Maradona had bipolar disorder, was ‘narcissistic’, …

Diego Maradona was bipolar and had a narcissistic personality disorder, his psychologist said on Thursday at a trial over the death of Argentina's football legend."There is a clinical picture here: an addiction, a bipolar disorder

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Diamond Gem AA shines in US leg of UAE President’s Cup fo…

Diamond Gem AA shines in US leg of UAE President’s Cup fo…

Diamond Gem AA achieved a remarkable milestone by being crowned champion of the American leg of the UAE President’s Cup Series for Purebred Arabian Horses in its 33rd edition.The race was held on Thursday, at

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Sharjah and Al Wasl reach UAE Youth Handball Super Cup final

Sharjah and Al Wasl reach UAE Youth Handball Super Cup final

Sharjah and Al Wasl have secured their spots in the UAE Youth Handball Super Cup final, setting the stage for an exciting showdown on Wednesday at Al Bataeh Hall.Sharjah booked their place in the final

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Nissanka, Rahul power Delhi to 7-wicket win over Rajasthan

Nissanka, Rahul power Delhi to 7-wicket win over Rajasthan

KL Rahul, Pathum Nissanka, and Nitish Rana powered a strong chase after Mitchell Starc’s timely wickets had kept the target within reach as Delhi Capitals (DC) beat Rajasthan Royals (RR) by seven wickets in a

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Arsenal seek to ramp up heat on City in title race, Spurs…

Arsenal seek to ramp up heat on City in title race, Spurs…

Arsenal have a chance to crank up the pressure on Manchester City this weekend as they seek to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League.The Gunners can go six points clear of