Iconic relay race Hood to Coast launches in Dubai on 10 January 2026 to unite communities through endurance and sport. DUBAI: The legendary global relay race Hood to Coast is making its Middle East debut in Dubai on 10 January 2026, bringing its unique community-driven endurance experience to the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. Organised […]
UAE National Team adds three medals at Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Thailand, marking success on Flag Day. BANGKOK: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team continued its winning streak at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Thailand, claiming three additional medals on Monday—two gold and one bronze—coinciding with the nation’s proud celebration of Flag Day. Omar Al Suwaidi […]
UAE’s women athletes won gold, silver, and bronze medals at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Bangkok, marking a strong tournament start. BANGKOK: The UAE National Jiu-Jitsu Team made an inspiring start at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship 2025 in Bangkok, as the women’s team claimed three medals on the opening day. Competing at Huamark Indoor Stadium, […]
UAE’s Eisa Al Dah to face UK’s Kell Brook in WBC title fight at Dubai’s Destiny in the Desert boxing night on 13 February 2026. DUBAI: The world of professional boxing is heading to Dubai for an unprecedented showdown as the emirate hosts Destiny in the Desert—a high-stakes event featuring UAE’s first professional boxer, Eisa […]
UAE athletes shine at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, earning 31 medals and leading Arab nations, with endurance riders taking top honours. MANAMA: The UAE wrapped up a successful campaign at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain by securing a total of 31 medals and ranking eighth overall — the highest among […]
UAE wins more medals at Bahrain Youth Asiad with jiu-jitsu gold and silver, raising total count to 21 overall. MANAMA: The UAE national jiu-jitsu team delivered a stellar performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, lifting the country’s medal count to 21. The standout moment came when Obaid Al Ketbi captured gold in […]
UAE Team Emirates XRG visited Emirates HQ in Dubai, celebrating a landmark season and their global cycling victories with staff. DUBAI: After wrapping up a record-breaking year on the international cycling circuit, UAE Team Emirates XRG made a celebratory stop at Emirates Group Headquarters in Dubai. Led by Tadej Pogačar, the world’s number one cyclist […]
ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 2024 wins Bronze Award at global Leaders event in London for excellence in fan engagement and community initiatives. ABU DHABI: The ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 2024 has earned global recognition with a Bronze Award in the “Fan Solution Category” at the prestigious Leaders sports leadership conference in London. The honour celebrates […]
The WSL Longboard Tour returns to Surf Abu Dhabi, bringing elite surfers and celebrating one year of wave pool excellence on Hudayriyat Island. ABU DHABI: The World Surf League (WSL) Longboard Tour made a thrilling return to Surf Abu Dhabi this weekend, marking one year since the state-of-the-art wave pool opened its doors on Hudayriyat […]
FIFA and ASEAN have signed a new agreement to promote football development, launching the FIFA ASEAN Cup and expanding cooperation. KUALA LUMPUR: FIFA and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have signed a renewed five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), expanding their commitment to football development and regional collaboration. The agreement was formalised during the […]
The DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2025 launches with 39 schools and a new girls’ league, setting the stage for UAE’s next-gen cricket stars. DUBAI: Cricket fever has returned to UAE schools with the much-anticipated DP World ILT20 Schools Cup 2025 getting underway across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah this week. The third edition of […]
