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In a sporting achievement reflecting the significant growth of Fujairah in the sports sector, the organizers of the Sports Industry Awards in the Middle East (SPIA 2026) announced that Fujairah Martial Arts Club has been
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In a thrilling semi-final showdown that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Kalba’s youth handball team punched their ticket to the UAE Federation Cup final with a gritty 27–24 victory over Al Wasl.They
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The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced that PFL Mena: Pride of Arabia, the 2026 PFL Mena season opener will take place on May 24, Sunday, live from Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.The upcoming event will
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Al Ain strengthened their lead at the top of the ADNOC Pro League with a 2-0 win over Al Bataeh at Khalid Bin Mohammed Stadium in Matchweek 23.The win takes Al Ain to 59 points,
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Jannik Sinner took a first step towards a potential record fifth consecutive Masters 1000 title with a 6-7 (6/8), 6-1, 6-4 victory over Benjamin Bonzi in the Madrid Open second round on Friday.The Italian world
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Veteran Virat Kohli (81) and Devdutt Padikkal (55) led a strong charge as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) surged to a five-wicket victory over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 34 of the Indian Premier League
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Both Qatari men's beach volleyball teams have qualified for the Round of 16 at the Asian Beach Games – Sanya in China after securing two more victories yesterday in the preliminary stage.The first team, comprising Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan, defeated Uzbekistan 2-0 (21-14, 21-9), while the second team of Mohamed Ehab and Moussa al-Khair maintained their winning run with a 2-0 victory over Macau (21-10, 21-5). Both teams will play their final group matches today to determine the top spot in their respective groups and confirm their Round of 16 opponents, with the knockout matches scheduled for tomorrow. The first team will face Iran, while the second team take on hosts China.Meanwhile, Qatar's women's teams suffered defeats in their opening matches. Malak Hashim and Nelly Shalabi lost to South Korea 0-2, while Haya Abu Issa and Laila Mohammed went down to Sri Lanka by the same scoreline.Qatar have previously enjoyed success in beach volleyball at the Asian Beach Games, winning bronze at the 2014 Phuket edition before claiming both gold and silver medals at the 2016 Da Nang Games, highlighting the steady progress of the sport in the country.Beach handball team overcome JordanQatar's beach handball team strengthened their position at the top of the group with a 2-0 victory over Jordan (22-18, 18-16) in their fifth match of the group stage. The win lifted Qatar to 10 points from five consecutive victories, underlining their consistent form and strong start to the competition.Qatar conclude their group-stage campaign against Thailand tomorrow before facing the Maldives on Monday, aiming to maintain their lead and secure qualification for the semi-finals.3x3 basketball teams begin campaignQatar's men's 3x3 basketball team open their campaign today against Bahrain before facing Kazakhstan later in the day. The women's team also begin their participation with a challenging match against China, one of the tournament favourites, before taking on Kazakhstan on Monday in their second group match.The men's squad includes Mohammed Bashir, Dejan Janic, Nadem Muslic and Osman Deng, while the women's team features Sama Jasser, Tania Al-Tawil, Mona Al-Sayed and Alaa Suleiman.In jiu-jitsu, Ahmed al-Qardaghi exited the competition after losing to Jordan's Alaa Aldin al-Khazai in the Round of 16 of the 77kg category.China lead medal standingsChina continue to top the medal table at the Asian Beach Games – Sanya 2026 with a total of seven medals - four gold, two silver and one bronze. The United Arab Emirates are second with four medals - two gold, one silver and one bronze - while the Philippines sit third with three medals - two gold and one bronze. Vietnam follow in fourth place with one gold and one silver, while the Republic of Korea are fifth with two silver medals.
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HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia, visited the Athletes' Village at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China, as part of his ongoing monitoring of the various organisational aspects of the Games. During the visit, Sheikh Joaan inspected the facilities and services provided to the athletes, including accommodation, recovery areas and logistics centres. He praised the high standard of the facilities and the quality of organisation. HE Sheikh Joaan also met a number of participating athletes, wishing them success in their competitions and commending their sportsmanship, which embodies the values of fair play and unity across the Asian continent.
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Lusail International Circuit (LIC) concluded a standout edition of its Mixed Training Day, drawing more than 1200 participants onto its iconic 5.38 km track in a fully enhanced and integrated sports and wellness experience. The event represents a significant evolution of the community initiative, and a clear validation of LIC’s commitment to making the circuit a destination for active living, not just world class motorsport. Open to runners, walkers, and cyclists alike, participants took to the same asphalt that hosts Formula 1, MotoGP and the Qatar 1812 KM - FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), an experience that delivered a rare and energising perspective on one of the world’s most celebrated motorsport venues. Track access ran from 6pm to 9pm, offering a vibrant evening setting that drew individuals and families from across the community. The enhanced edition introduced a range of new features that elevated the on-ground atmosphere. A curated selection of food and beverage vendors offered healthy, performance-focused options to fuel participants before and after their sessions. Dedicated sports recovery stations were available throughout the evening, catering to participants of all fitness levels. Fitness activations and entertainment zones added further energy to the experience, ensuring the event was engaging for all ages. Beyond the physical activities, Mixed Training Day served as a vibrant gathering point, a space where sport, wellness, and social connection converged on one of the most iconic tracks in the world. The strong turnout reflected a growing community appetite for meaningful, active experiences that go beyond the ordinary. A regular on the circuit’s community events roster, Mixed Training Day, is free of charge and is open to all ages and fitness levels. Participants under 15 must be registered by a parent or guardian, and those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult on the day. Advance registration is mandatory and can be completed via the official portal at members.lcsc.qa. Upcoming dates are published on the LIC website at www.lcsc.qa.
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Al Rayyan players celebrate clinching the Gulf Club Champions League after a 3-0 win over Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab in the final at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium Thursday. PICTURE:Noushad Thekkayil Al Rayyan produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab 3-0 and lift the Gulf Club Champions League trophy at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. The final remained finely balanced for an hour before the match turned decisively in Al Rayyan’s favour after Al Shabab were reduced to ten men when Belgian winger Yannick Carrasco was sent off for a second booking in the 59th minute. David Garcia broke the deadlock two minutes later, while Aleksandar Mitrovic and Roger Guedes added further goals late on to seal an emphatic victory for The Lions and cap a memorable night in front of their supporters. Both teams created promising openings in a competitive first half marked by physical challenges, with Al Shabab coming closest to scoring just before the break when Hammam al-Hammami found himself one-on-one with Al Rayyan goalkeeper Mahmud Abunada, but failed to convert. Al Rayyan seized control shortly after the hour mark as Garcia rose high to meet a precise delivery from Thiago Silva on the right and powered home a well-placed header to give his side the lead. The advantage was doubled in the 79th minute when Mitrovic climbed above the defence to head in a quality corner from Rodrigo Moreno, leaving Al Shabab struggling to respond. Al Rayyan’s dominance was underlined just two minutes later as they struck again. Ahmed al-Minhali delivered a ball from the left inside the penalty area, and Mitrovic cleverly set it up for Guedes, who calmly finished to complete the scoring. The triumph marked Al Rayyan’s second trophy of the season following their QSL Cup success, and their second title since coach Vicente Moreno took charge last month. Related Story
