Dubai Marathon

Registrations now open for Dubai Marathon 2024

The marathon will return for its 23rd edition on January 7, 2024

Pole Position’s Ryan Trutch on how he is nurturing young talent

Pole Position’s Ryan Trutch on how he aims to drive the region’s young talent to the finishing line

The company is introducing Greenpower in the UAE to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) education

Saudi Arabia to host FIFA Club World Cup in 2023

Saudi Arabia to host FIFA Club World Cup in 2023

The tournament will be held from December 12-22

How Dubai's AIX Investment Group is forging sports partnerships to propel growth

Cover story: How Dubai’s AIX Investment Group is forging sports partnerships to propel growth

Establishing alliances beyond the traditional realm of finance are expected to yield promising returns for the advisory firm. And the returns may not be only monetary in nature

AFC Asian Cup

Saudi Arabia wins rights to host AFC Asian Cup 2027

Saudi Arabia has won the prestigious AFC Asian Cup championship on three occasions: 1984, 1988, and 1996

Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2023

The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is back, and it’s all about sport, stars and sustainability

The star-studded tournament will be held from January 26-29 at the Emirates Golf Club

Al Nassr Club presents Ronaldo at a ceremenoy in Marsool Park, Riyadh courtesy SPA

Cristiano Ronaldo unveiled by Al Nassr FC, receives warm welcome from fans

Ronaldo has a two-and-a-half-year contract to play for the Saudi Pro League club

Pele dies at 82

Soccer legend Pele dies at 82

Pele, who was undergoing treatment for cancer since 2021, died at a hospital in Sao Paulo

Qatar hosts more than 1.4 million visitors during FIFA World Cup

Qatar hosts more than 1.4 million visitors during FIFA World Cup

All eight of Qatar’s stadiums were located within an hour’s journey time of central Doha

Argentina crowned FIFA World Cup champions in thrilling final

Argentina crowned FIFA World Cup champions after thrilling final

Lionel Messi bagged the Golden Ball award, while France’s Kylian Mbappe won the Golden Boot accolade

FIFA World Cup final: Argentina versus France – what you need to know

The final will take place on Sunday, December 18, at the Lusail stadium

Non-ticketed fans not allowed in World Cup stadium precincts

Non-ticketed fans not allowed to enter FIFA World Cup stadium precincts

The second semi-final will take place tonight, while the tournament’s final will be held on December 18

Argentina upsets Croatia, books slot in World Cup final

The FIFA World Cup final will be held on December 18

Adidas unveils official match ball for semi-finals, final of FIFA World Cup

The Al Hilm match ball was made using only water-based inks and glues

Morocco routs Portugal to advance into World Cup semis

Morocco continued its historic run at this year’s tournament, downing the European nation 1-0

World Cup fans on pace for record spending at tournament venues

Fans who were present to watch Saudi Arabia take on Mexico on November 30 spent the most overall

Morocco ousts Spain, books spot in World Cup quarter-finals

Morocco ousts Spain, books spot in World Cup quarter-finals

Morocco beat 2010 World Cup champions Spain 3-0 on penalties

Dubai fitness challenge 2022_photo courtesy WAM

Dubai Fitness Challenge 2022 sees participation of over 2.2 million people

The seventh edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge will take place between October 28 and November 26 next year

Saudi Arabia launches three initiatives to boost climate action

Saudi Arabia weighs World Cup 2030 bid with Egypt, Greece

A Saudi bid to host the World Cup would add to the list of sporting events the world’s largest oil exporter is hosting

How the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation is promoting the nation as a sporting hub

Mohamed Salem Al Dhaheri, VP – UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation, tells us why sport is key to country’s tourism sector and economy

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Attendance figures stand at 94% after first round of group stage

The highest match attendance of the tournament was the game at Lusail Stadium on November 24

Saudi Arabia announces public holiday after historic FIFA World Cup win

Saudi Arabia stunned Argentina in a 2-1 win, to mark an unprecedented entry into the football tournament

FIFA World Cup: Saudi beat Argentina

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Saudi Arabia beat Argentina

In one of the greatest World Cup shocks in history, Saudi Arabia beat football favourites Argentina 2-1 in their Group C opener at the Lusail Stadium

Sheikh Mohammed attends opening ceremony of FIFA World Cup in Qatar

The Prime Minister and Vice President of the UAE was accompanied by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai

Abu Dhabi Grand prix

Max Verstappen claims winner’s trophy at F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2022

Charles Leclerc came in second while the third place was claimed by Sergio Perez

On the fast track: How Yas Marina Circuit prepares for F1

Ali Al Beshr, Circuit Operations Director at Yas Marina Circuit shares some insights into the preparations that go into hosting the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend  

Breaking new ground: The impact and legacy of the FIFA World Cup

The tournament is set to begin on November 20, placing host country Qatar under bright lights

Alcohol sales banned at FIFA World Cup stadiums

The FIFA World Cup is set to begin on November 20, with hosts taking on Ecuador

Danube group launches largest indoor sports facility in Middle East

Danube group launches largest indoor sports facility in Middle East

The 25 metres high temperature-controlled inflated dome features indoor cricket, padel tennis, badminton, football, table tennis, boxing courts and comes with 150 car parking facility

Qatar

Qatar to welcome non-ticketed FIFA World Cup fans from December 2

Fans are no longer required to provide evidence of a negative Covid-19 test on arrival in Qatar