Young Spaniard delivers his best performance of the season to finish fourth on mountaintop finish, moving up to third in GC Continuing their fine week of racing in Italy, UAE Team Emirates-XRG came to the fore with Pablo Torres on stage 3 of the Giro d’Abruzzo. The young Spaniard placed fourth on the Queen stage of the racing, making a daring late attack and moving up to third place in the general classification. Behind Torres, stage 1 winner Alessandro Covi fought bravely to come over the line in eighth, leaving him sitting seventh overall heading into the fourth and final day of racing on Friday. Winning both stages of the Giro d’Abruzzo heading into Thursday, UAE Team Emirates-XRG looked to continue on the front foot and placed Rune Herregodts in the breakaway on stage 3. The Belgian rider attacked with 137km to ......read more

Portuguese rider makes spectacular late attack to win stage 2 in Italy, as UAE Team Emirates-XRG makes it two wins in as many days News | Team – 16th April 2025 Following on from Alessandro Covi’s spectacular victory on stage 1, UAE Team Emirates-XRG made it two wins in two days at the Giro d’Abruzzo, with Ivo Oliveira coming up trumps with a sensational late attack in Penne. The Portuguese rider attacked 1.5km from the finish and held off the chasing pack on stage 2 to take his fourth career victory and the Emirati squad’s 29th win of the season. Taken in such incredible fashion, the win was made all the more sweet for what it meant to the stage victor. So often proving an invaluable help to his teammates, Oliveira’s previous victories have come in the Portuguese national championships and a ......read more

Alessandro Covi wins opening stage of Il Giro d’Abruzzo UAE Team Emirates-XRG rode the opening stage of the Giro d’Abruzzo to perfection, seizing a vice-like grip of the day and teeing up Alessandro Covi to take the stage 1 victory. In doing so, the man known as Il Puma di Taino – the Puma of Taino – claimed his first victory in three years, marking a brilliant afternoon of racing for the Emirati squad in Italy. Before the day’s finale, a breakaway went up the road and contested the day’s secondary prizes, but was not allowed of the leash by a peloton that was largely led by UAE Team Emirates-XRG. With a little over 30km to ride, the race was brought together as one under the impetus of Enea Sambinello and Ivo Oliveira, both of whom traded strong turns at the head of the peloton. With the ......read more

Dubai, UAE, 14 April 2025: Dubai Basketball extended their winning streak to ten games with a commanding 71:83 road win over Mornar-Barsko zlato in Round 27 of the ABA League. The victory takes Dubai Basketball to an impressive 22-5 record, as the team continues to assert its dominance in its debut ABA League season. Controlling the tempo from the first quarter, Dubai Basketball set the tone early and never looked back. The team maintained a steady lead throughout the game, at one point building a 20-point advantage in the third quarter following an explosive 11:2 run. The early lead proved decisive, as Dubai expertly managed the game's closing stages to secure another convincing result on the road. Mornar-Barsko zlato made a late push to reduce the deficit to 13 points by the final buzzer. However, Dubai's composure and ......read more

800 promising players from 44 teams across five continents participate on global stage in annual Dubai competition DUBAI: Corinthians of Brazil (U-15), Zambia’s Kafue Celtic (U-14 and U-16), Barcelona Academy of Dubai (U-13) and Jordan’s Englizia (U-12) teams emerged triumphant at the end of the MENA Football Cup that was organised by CBF Performance Co. with the support of Dubai Sports Council (DSC). Aimed at attracting and developing sports talent in football, the multi-age group tournament was held at the Jebel Ali Golf and Shooting Club grounds with participation of 800 players, representing 44 teams from 12 countries from various parts of the world. The winners of first places in the various age categories were awarded by Teddy Sheringham, former star striker of Tottenham, Manchester United and the England ......read more

World champion Tadej Pogačar enjoyed an almighty battle with Mathieu van der Poel in Roubaix debut, taking second place after giving blood, sweat and tears   On a 'Sunday in Hell' – as it is known – Tadej Pogačar became the first reigning Tour de France champion to podium Paris-Roubaix since Eddy Merckx in 1975. After a breathtaking battle with Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Deceuninck), the world champion finished second in the Roubaix Velodrome, writing his way into the history books.   As Van der Poel was able to celebrate a third victory in a row, Pogačar overcame mechanicals and an unfortunate crash to cross the line alone in second. Behind the race debutant, his UAE Team Emirates-XRG teammate Florian Vermeersch secured fifth place after a gutsy ride that saw him continue his ......read more

UAE Team Emirates-XRG arrive in Paris with all focus on the cobbled chaos of Paris-Roubaix, a race renowned for pushing riders to their absolute limit. After a spectacular start to the spring classics campaign with wins at Strade Bianche and Ronde van Vlaanderen, the team is brimming with confidence as they take on one of cycling’s most revered races. Known as the “Hell of the North”, Paris-Roubaix is a monument like no other – the cobbled streets of France will provide the toughest of tests for the strongest of riders. The race consistently provides fans with action packed, breathless, drama-filled racing from the very start. Leading the charge for UAE Team Emirates-XRG will be reigning Tour de France and World Champion Tadej Pogačar, who is seeking to become the first Tour winner to conquer ......read more

Portuguese UAE Team Emirates-XRG star produces fine individual time trial to begin the WorldTour stage race on the front foot, with Del Toro also impressing   News | Team – 7th April 2025   João Almeida and UAE Team Emirates-XRG made a tremendous start to Itzulia Basque Country on Monday afternoon, with the Portuguese rider placing second in the opening individual time trial from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Baskonia-Alavés. It was a close-run affair in the Basque Country, with the 26-year-old posting a time of 18:37:82 (minutes:seconds:milliseconds), less than half a second down on the stage winner Maximilian Schachmann (Soudal Quick-Step).   The stage 1 course was only 16.5km in length and as such, time gaps were minimal on the day. A short kicker at Arzubiaga preceded a flat run to home in ......read more

Dubai, 7 April 2025: Dubai Basketball extended their winning streak to nine consecutive games in the ABA League with a dominating 92:68 victory over Croatian side Zadar in Round 26 at Coca-Cola Arena. The game tipped off with Zadar finding their rhythm early, securing a narrow lead against ABA League’s newest addition. Despite Zadar’s opening burst, the first quarter saw an intense end-to-end game, with Dubai Basketball responding quickly to every point. A few early defensive lapses offered Zadar opportunities to edge forward, but the UAE-based teams’ unshakeable defence halted any plans for a comeback, finishing the quarter nine points ahead. Momentum swung decisively in Dubai’s favour at the start of the second quarter. Radošević opened the scoring with a layup, followed by a steal and ......read more

After a succession of attacks in Flanders, world champion Pogačar lands final blow on the Oude Kwaremont to drop rivals and solo to his eighth Monument win News | Team – 6th April 2025 With an imperious display across the cobblestones of Flanders, Tadej Pogačar rode alone to the finish in Oudenaarde to win his second Ronde van Vlaanderen title on Sunday. It was a bold show of aggression from the world champion, whose final and decisive attack on the Oude Kwaremont dispatched of his rivals with 18km to go. The Slovenian was on the move time and time again throughout the race, with Lidl-Trek’s Mads Pedersen and defending champion Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Deceuninck) appearing to be the only riders who could follow his wheel. However, with his stinging acceleration on the third and final ascent of the ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, April 4, 2025: Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC), organised in partnership with the Department of Culture & Tourism – Abu Dhabi, has unmasked the secret identity of its next leading man: Andrew Garfield, aka Peter Parker, aka The Amazing Spider-Man. Considered by many as the world's most popular superhero, the sharp-shooting web-slinger will be making his appearance in Abu Dhabi at ADNEC Centre from 19 – 20 April 2025. Andrew Garfield: The Amazing Spider-Man Does he really need an introduction? Golden Globe® and Tony® Award-winning actor, Andrew Garfield is known for his transformative performances both in film and on stage. Some of the actor's extraordinary film credits include The Social Network, Hacksaw Ridge, and We Live in Time. ......read more

Abu Dhabi, 3rd April 2025: The Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup will return in 2026 with an exciting expansion to a three-day tournament, following a record-breaking 2025 edition.  In February this year, 180 teams from 31 countries participated in the region’s tournament of choice, held at Zayed Sports City. The tournament has become a must for global teams and with demand already high for 2026, it was decided to expand the tournament further. A third day will allow more teams to join the amazing event and allow all players more time on the pitch.  An enhanced opening ceremony and City Village will add to the overall visitor experience. Taking place from February 13-15 next year, registrations opened on April 1 with an exceptional response. Simon Hewitt, Director of Football Operations MENA said: “Every ......read more

There’s something incredibly special about the spring classics. These races mean so much to cycling and to me personally. To be able to race in these historic for over a decade is something I’m extremely proud of. Every time you line up at the start, you’re a part of a story. I’ve learned a lot over the years and have had some great moments, but my passion for the classics has never faded. It’s been a strong start to the classics season for me. Finishing on the podium at Strade Bianche was a remarkable feeling. With its mix of gravel roads and steep climbs, it’s a race that really suits my abilities. Securing third place after such a challenging day in the saddle felt like a superb result, but more importantly, we took the win with Tadej. The team worked unbelievably well together, and we’re ......read more

Over 12,000 Players Compete in 4,500 Matches Across 19 Weeks Dubai, UAE – The Dubai Open Football Academies Championship concluded successfully, marking another milestone in youth football development with the participation of 12,000 male and female players from 600 teams representing 112 public and private academies. Over 19 weeks, players competed in 4,500 matches, making this the largest tournament of its kind in Asia. Organized by the Dubai Sports Council (DSC) and the UAE Football Association in collaboration with DELTA Sports Events Co., the championship was held across nine venues in Dubai. The event aimed to identify and develop emerging football talent, offering young athletes a competitive platform to showcase their skills. Champions Crowned Across Multiple Categories The tournament featured 12 age groups ......read more

Vine wins while Arrieta takes 3rd in final GC News | Team – 29th March 2025 Jay Vine doubled-up to take his second win of the week at Coppi e Bartali today, winning in solo fashion on the final stage from Brisighella to Forli (132.5km). The Australian tasted his first victory of the season on stage 3 from Riccione to Cesena under wet conditions and he would have a repeat of that scenario today. The fifth and final stage got underway with Ben Tulett (Visma-LAB) as race leader after his victory yesterday, with Igor Arrieta also in the hunt for the overall at just 23”. There were multiple climbs on the parcours which led to a leading group of around 25 riders forming with all the main contenders present including Jay Vine. Vine was aggressive throughout the stage – hitting-out with a stinging attack at -35km ......read more

Double victory for Emirati squad to take season tally to 21 Sebastian Molano took the biggest one-day victory of his career in Belgium, clinching victory in a photo finish with Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek) at the end of the 195.6-kilometre Classic Brugge-De Panne. The Emirati team were active throughout the day with Antonio Morgado stretching his legs ahead of the weekends cobbled classics to infiltrate the early breakaway which would stay clear until inside -10km to go. Crashes would play a big role in the final section of the race, with many of the sprinting favourites hitting the tarmac on the hectic run-in. Molano would emerge as one of the survivors and seized his opportunity with a massive early sprint at 500m to go and holding off to take his first win of the year. Molano: "I'm very happy. This finale is really ......read more

Inaugural season will take place this year from November 14th to December 14th in Dubai, UAE DUBAI, UAE (March 25, 2025) - Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and Indian Subcontinent, announced today the official dates and schedule for its debut season. The league’s first season will run from November 14th to December 14th, with all games played at Baseball United Ballpark in Dubai. After making history with three signature baseball events over the last three years, Baseball United will now commence the first professional baseball season in the history of the region. The season will feature the league’s founding four franchises, the Mumbai Cobras, Karachi Monarchs, Arabia Wolves, and Mid East Falcons. The teams will each play nine regular season games - facing each other ......read more

Former Zimbabwean swimmer is the first-ever woman president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). DUBAI: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award, part of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has congratulated Her Excellency Kirsty Coventry, Minister of Sports of Zimbabwe, on her election as President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Coventry, currently serving as the Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation in the Cabinet of Zimbabwe since 2018, defeated six other candidates in the elections held in Greece during the 144th IOC Session. Coventry becomes the tenth President of the IOC and will lead the world's largest sports organisation for the next eight years. Kirsty, a former Olympic champion, has a strong relationship with the Mohammed ......read more

Remarkable conclusion to 12th edition as Dubai celebrates more than 8,000 amateur and professional athletes during annual event DUBAI: Hot favourites Al Tadawi 1 delivered a resounding final performance to swamp Al Hilal 3-0 (25-23, 25-20, 25-21) to be crowned volleyball champions on the concluding night of the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament at a jam-packed indoor stadium at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex here, late on Thursday. Egged on by a huge, vociferous crowd supporting both teams in tandem, Al Tadawi 1 – made up of players from top Russian outfit, Dynamo Moscow left nothing to chance as they played a totally controlled game to outdo Al Hilal in three straight sets. Al Hilal did seem to get the bearings in during the opening set as they matched Al Tawadi 1 point for point. But the closest they came ......read more

• Dubai Ambulance wins the wheelchair basketball title with stroll against Dubai Municipality • Al Ameed fight back for third place in volleyball championship DUBAI: Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of the UAE Padel Association, crowned the winners of the local men’s and women’s padel tournament, which was held at the indoor padel hall at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The tournament was the last segment of the sports activities of the 12th edition of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament, the largest sporting event of its kind. Launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, the tournament is held annually during the holy month of ......read more

Mexican capitalises on a tremendous team display to provoke race-winning move and outsprint rivals to the line atop iconic Superga climb Playing the final few kilometres to perfection, UAE Team Emirates-XRG‘s young Mexican star Isaac del Toro claimed victory in the 2025 Milano-Torino on Wednesday afternoon. The 21-year-old recently impressed in Tirreno-Adriatico in service of eventual race winner Juan Ayuso, but given his own opportunity in Turin, the young climber rose to the fore and picked off his first ever one-day win. The victory was no less than UAE Team Emirates-XRG deserved, with each and every rider of the Emirati squad producing a sterling display to set up Del Toro for the finale. It was Del Toro who provoked the race-winning attack alongside Ben Tulett (Visma-Lease a Bike) and Tobias Halland Johannessen (Uno-X ......read more

• Algerian Hamza Yassine retains cycling title at exciting road cycling on Meydan streets • Al Ameed knock off defending champions Zabeel in NAS volleyball • Dubai Municipality to take on Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services in Wheelchair Basketball final  DUBAI: Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of the UAE Padel Federation, crowned the winners of the International Padel Federation Junior Championship, held at the indoor Padel hall of Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The competition for juniors was part of the 12th edition of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament, the largest sporting event of its kind that was launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Dubai ......read more

Tug-of-War continues to entertain large gathering of spectators Dubai Ambulance top their group in Wheelchair Basketball DUBAI: Al Hilal and Fohood Zabeel secured identical 3-1 wins against Al Samawi and Al Tadawi 2 on the second night of Group 2 of the volleyball championships at the ongoing 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, this annual tournament is held during the holy month of Ramadan at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the ......read more

I'm obsessed with the sport of cycling. Since I started riding a bike at my local cycling club, I've dreamt of becoming a professional cyclist. Cycling has become my greatest passion, and I have spent most of my life working to reach the pinnacle of the sport. Even after 15+ years in the world of cycling I am still motivated to learn and improve to remain at the top level.   Growing up in Denmark, I had no shortage of role models. Danish cycling is rich with legends who have had a big impact on the sport. As a young rider, I always admired those who were five or ten years ahead of me. Now my role models are my teammates and close friends. That's one of the beautiful things about this sport, one day you're watching your idols and the next you're riding alongside them.   From a young age, time ......read more

Portuguese climber overcomes Vingegaard on La Loge Des Gardes News | Team – 12th March 2025 Joao Almeida took one of the biggest victories of his career to date, with the 26-year-old climber pushing home to triumph on stage 4 of Paris-Nice from Vichy to La Loge des Gardes(163.4km). The 7km climb Cat 1 climb served as the perfect battleground for the favourites group, which ignited when Jonas Vingegaard (Visma-LAB) launched a stinging attack at -2km to go. Almeida would respond is his typical fashion by ramping up the pace at the front of the heavily reduced group, keeping the distance to the Dane in check at around 10”. Inside the final 400m Almeida would launch from behind, closing the gap to Vingegaard metre by metre before finally making the pass in sight of the line to take the 16th win of the season for UAE Team ......read more

When I look back at my first WorldTour race with UAE Team Emirates-XRG, I can be pleased with my performances throughout the week and proud to have been part of a winning team at the Santos Tour Down Under. I have been dreaming of making my UAE Team Emirates-XRG debut for a long time. Ever since I joined the Gen-Z team, I knew this is where I wanted to be. This is a special team, and that was clear from the moment I joined the team in the UAE for our October camp.  To see firsthand the hard work all of the riders, trainers, and backroom staff put in on a day-to-day basis showed me why this is the UCI No.1 Team in the world. It was great to meet our fans in the UAE, their passion for cycling is growing every year and their support means the world to us. It made me feel really honoured to wear the UAE Team Emirates-XRG colours, and ......read more

 Young Spaniard 2nd overall, 23'' down on flying Ganna Juan Ayuso got off to a strong start on day one of Tirreno-Adriatico, with the 22-year-old taking 2nd place on the stage behind the absolute favourite Filippo Ganna (Ineos-Grenadiers). The Italian stage race began with the usual out-and-back time trial of 11.5km in the town of Lido di Camaiore on Italy’s western coast, with Ayuso aiming to defend his victory of 12 months ago on this stage. Ayuso, who holds two victories to his name already this year, clocked a time of 12:14, blitzing the pan-flat course with an average speed of 54.4kmph. The result sees the UAE Team Emirates-XRG co-leader now sitting in 2nd overall and will well the white jersey as best young rider on stage 2 tomorrow from Camaiore to Follonica (192km). The podium was rounded out by ......read more

Formula E Evo Sessions immersed eleven high-profile personalities including actors, athletes and content creators, with a combined reach of over 300 million, into the world of professional electric racing, each paired with a professional Formula E team for a hands-on racing experience. At the event at Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium), the world’s biggest YouTuber, MrBeast, also tested the GEN3 Evo car, experiencing its record-breaking acceleration before spinning out and crashing into a wall - emerging unscathed. Participants were prepared through factory visits and simulator sessions with professional Formula E drivers before hitting the track, as well as being provided custom race suits and helmets for an authentic racing experience. The entire journey, from rookie to racer, was captured for social media ......read more

• Laser Run shooting championship kicks off with wide participation from Monday DUBAI: Moroccan runners dominated nearly all categories at the road running races held as part of the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament, late on Saturday. By far, the largest sports competition of its kind launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and held annually during the holy month of Ramadan, Saturday’s racing was held at the Meydan Racecourse as one of the NAS Sports Tournament events conducted under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the slogan “Limitless ......read more

• Organizing committee conducts draw ceremony for Tug-of-War Championship • Wheelchair basketball teams in action from Sunday night •                 Padel awarding photos   •                 Padel final game photos •                 OCR competitions photos DUBAI: The UAE dethroned reigning champions the Netherlands to clinch the Padel Teams title at the 12th ‘Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament’, the largest sporting event of its kind, launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan ......read more

Stellar UAE Team Emirates-XRG line up in pursuit of third Strade Bianche win World Champion Tadej Pogačar looks to repeat heroics of 2024 News | Team – 6th March 2025 UAE Team Emirates-XRG arrive at Strade Bianche fresh off a triumphant victory at the UAE Tour, eager to carry their winning momentum into Italy. World Champion Tadej Pogačar will lead a formidable squad as he turns his attention to the classics following a commanding performance on home soil. Known as the “Race of the White Roads”, the graveled roads of Italy will test the Pelton to their limits. The race has never failed to deliver unforgettable performances for UAE Team Emirates-XRG. Superstar Slovenian Tadej Pogačar will look to add to his two wins at the race as he homes in on 100 careers wins. Pogačar is no ......read more

To mark the occasion of International Women’s Day, Dr. Sandra Mrad and Maha Younes open up on their involvement in being part of a motorsport environment, their passion and what they enjoy about their Deputy Chief Medical Officer and Race Marshall positions. The pair were part of a team where a third of the venue’s officials were women during the Asian Le Mans. Dubai, 6th March 2025: As the world prepares to celebrate International Women’s Day, two ladies who have been involved in motorsport events at “Dubai Autodrome” this season have spoken of their passion for the sport and hope other women can follow in their footsteps. “Dubai Autodrome” is a subsidiary of Union Properties. Dr. Sandra Mrad and Maha Younes are among the women who regularly give up their time and energy behind the ......read more

·       Ayuso follows up his Faun Drôme Classic success with victory in the first Italian race of the season, as Matthias Schwarzbacher triumphs at UMAG Classic ·      Matthias Schwarzbacher wins big for UAE Team Emirates Gen Z squad at UMAG Classics News | Team – 5th March 2025 Following an afternoon of breathless attacks in the Ligurian hills, Juan Ayuso won the 2025 Trofeo Laigueglia from a four-up sprint, giving UAE Team Emirates-XRG victory in the first race on Italian soil of the campaign. It was a strong acceleration from the 22-year-old, who adds the Italian one-day race to his victory in the Faun Drôme Classic on Sunday. In taking his second win from three race days in 2025, Ayuso not only became the second UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider to win Trofeo Laigueglia ......read more

Balanced draw for wheelchair basketball with participation of ten teams • Saudi Arabia defeats Australia in Padel Teams Championship • Damac Properties is a diamond sponsor of the tournament DUBAI: The competition for the Obstacle Challenge Race (OCR) will kick off tonight (Thursday) as part of the activities of the 12th edition of the ‘Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament’. By far, the largest sports competition of its kind launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and held annually during the holy month of Ramadan, at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex, the event is conducted under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports ......read more

The DPL Cricket Tournament Season 5 came to an exciting conclusion with DRO PATRIOTS emerging as the champions for the second time. Led by captain Sadat Nalakath and owned by Waqas Ali Dar, The Patriots put up a stellar performance throughout the season. The defending champions, DRO KINGS, had to settle for the runners-up position this time, with captain ABS PATIL leading the team owned by Nikhil. The star player of the tournament was Abs Patil, who not only showcased his batting skills but also excelled in all aspects of the game. The season was sponsored by Gargash Auto adding to the excitement of the tournament. Waqas Ali was awarded Best Bowler while Ashiq & Jitesh won the Best Batsman award. Siraj is the best fielder of the season. Other teams that participated in the season were DRO Tuskers, led by Thahir and owned by ......read more

The Honor of Kings Invitational Season 3 reached its epic conclusion with Nova Esports crowned champions James Yang, Senior Director of Level Infinite Global Esports Center showcased the Honor of Kings full 2025 esports roadmap which includes seven Honor of Kings Regional Professional Leagues, the introduction of the Honor of Kings Campus Series, and details on the next two global tournaments and grassroots tournament Open Series. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, March 3, 2025 – Nova Esports emerges victorious as the winners of Honor of Kings Invitational Season 3 after taking down Nongshim RedForce in a thrilling grand final performance live in Manila. As champions, Nova takes home the lion’s share of the $300,000 USD prize pool. James Yang, Senior Director of Level Infinite Global Esports Center took to the stage for a ......read more

Emirate wide initiative to provide free lessons for children In-schools program will reach over 2,000 kids across Abu Dhabi Community events expanding access to bikes, equipment, and coaching News | Team – 3rd March 2025 Abu Dhabi, UAE – Sunday 23 February 2025 – UAE Team Emirates-XRG is proud to announce ADNOC as the presenting partner of its youth academy, which aims to develop grassroots cycling across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and foster a new generation of young riders. The UAE Team Emirates-XRG Academy, powered by ADNOC, was launched ahead of the UAE Tour’s penultimate stage in Abu Dhabi by team principal and CEO, Mauro Gianetti, Yousif Amin Yousef, Senior Vice President , Group Corporate Support at ADNOC, and Pablo Terra, Vice President, Group Strategic Investments, XRG along with riders ......read more

Jiu-Jitsu Championship kicks off with five categories for different belts and weights on Wednesday DUBAI: Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, Chairman of the UAE Padel Federation, crowned the winners of the International Padel Federation (FIP) Championship for the gold category, that was held as part of the activities of the 12th edition of the ‘Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament’. Launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and held annually at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex during the holy month of Ramadan, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the slogan ‘Limitless Capabilities’, this is the ......read more

Real Madrid Team of Spain has won its second successive title of the U 13 Dubai Intercontinental Football Cup, which was held with distinctive participation of more than 400 players, representing 24 teams. The U 13 Dubai Intercontinental Football Cup was organized with the support of Dubai Sports Council (DSC), aiming to attract & develop sports talents in football. Winners of the first places were honored by H.E. Khalfan Belhoul, the Deputy Chairman of DSC, accompanied by H.E. Saeed Hareb, the Secretary General of DSC, and Michel Salgado, Former Star of Real Madrid & Spanish National Team, in the presence of H.E. Naser Aman Al-Rahma, Assistant Secretary General of DSC, and Mr. Daniel Petrovs, the CEO of ISD Co. in Dubai Sports City.   Real Madrid beat Celta Vigo 2 – 1 in the final match to win the golden ......read more

• Strong competitions between elite international fencers in the Fencing Championship • Registration continues for participation in running, cycling, shooting, badminton, obstacle challenge and tug-of-war DUBAI: The Nad Al Sheba Padel Championship will kick off today (Monday) as part of the activities of the 12th edition of the ‘Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament’, the largest sports tournament of its kind launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. Held annually during the holy month of Ramadan at the sprawling Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the slogan ‘Limitless ......read more

Spaniard attacks with 40km to ride, teeing up breathtaking duel with Mattias Skjelmose, as the UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider takes victory in Étoile-sur-Rhône On just his second race day of the season, Juan Ayuso produced a tremendous ride to win the 2025 Faun Drôme Classic after a 40km-long solo attack. The Spaniard finished runner-up in this race last year, but goes one better to add the title to his Faun-Ardèche Classic crown from 2024. It was a supreme ride from both Ayuso and his UAE Team Emirates-XRG teammates, all of whom were keen to leave this weekend of back-to-back French one-day races with a result. After his win at last year’s Faun-Ardèche Classic, Ayuso made sure that UAE Team Emirates-XRG would retain their title at the Faun Drôme Classic, with the help of teammate Isaac del Toro. The Mexican set a ......read more

• Elite international fencers to participate in fencing championship today • Conclusion of the gold category competitions in the International Padel Federation Championship today DUBAI: The organising committee has further hiked the total prize money for athletes participating in the 12th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Arguably the largest sports tournament of its kind that has been launched and sponsored by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, the event is held annually at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex during the holy month of Ramadan, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the slogan ‘Limitless Capabilities’. The ......read more

Heaviest Registered Male Participant Weighs 291 Kgs, Female Contestant 197 Kgs 28 February, 2025; Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – The 5th edition of the RAK Biggest Weight Loss Challenge 2025 (RBWLC25), a flagship health initiative by RAK Hospital in association with the Ministry of Health & Prevention Ras Al Khaimah, has received an overwhelming response from the community. A record-breaking 24,189 participants have registered across various categories, making it the highest-ever participation in the challenge's history. Since its inception, the competition has grown steadily, with this year's registrations reflecting a remarkable 33% increase from last year's 18,000 participants. This surge in participation highlights the community's growing commitment to prioritizing health and wellness. The 12-week ......read more

World No47 stuns tournament’s No1 seed to set-up final-four tie with No4 seed Stefanos Tsitsipas, who advanced to first semi-final in seven months after seeing off Matteo Berrettini ATP’s most in-form player, Felix Auger-Aliassime, secures 15th win of the year against veteran Marin Cilic to secure semi berth alongside French qualifier Quentin Halys Dubai, UAE – February 28, 2025: In a stunning upset at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Thursday, Tallon Griekspoor toppled top-seeded Daniil Medvedev to secure the most significant victory of his career and leave the defeated World No6 smashing his racquet in frustration. Showing remarkable resilience, Griekspoor rallied from a set down to claim a dramatic 2-6, 7-6 (7), 7-5 win. The Dutchman saved four match points in the second set before closing out the ......read more

TAG Heuer introduces "Chapter III: Time is a Gift," the latest edition of its annual Ramadan campaign, but with a twist! Featuring the highly soughtafter TAG Heuer mascots, this campaign blends high-performance watchmaking with the spirit of the Holy Month. Set against the mesmerizing backdrop of the desert at sunset, the animated film brings to life the Maison's official mascots - reimagined with distinct Middle Eastern elements - as they embark on an exhilarating race to an Iftar gathering. The Ramadan Racing Squad: A TAG Heuer Tradition TAG Heuer's mascots, present across global festive campaigns from the Holiday Season to Valentine's Day, now take on a localized persona as the Ramadan Racing Squad in a nod to the brand's motorsport legacy.  As they embark on an exhilarating ......read more

No2 seed De Minaur emerges second-best in battle for survival against 36-year-old Cilic, while No3 seed Rublev also crashes out in first round at hands of French qualifier Quentin Halys Top seed Medvedev eases through to second round, setting up mouthwatering match with fellow heavyweight hitter Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium Dubai, UAE – February 25, 2025: Watched on by iconic adventurer Bear Grylls, the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships produced a wild Tuesday afternoon with two of the tournament’s top seeds failing to survive the first-round. Australia’s Alex De Minaur, the No2 seed at this week’s ATP 500 event, was second-best in his survival of the fittest against 36-year-old Marin Cilic, while Andrey Rublev, the No3 seed and 2022 Dubai champion, was tamed by French ......read more

Dubai, UAE – February 24, 2025: Self-confessed car fanatic Alex de Minaur swapped his vintage 1973 Mini 850 Deluxe for a BM5 M5 on Sunday evening at the Dubai Autodrome as the World No8 gears up for his third appearance at this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. De Minaur, who heads into the tournament with a 13-3 record so far this year, was accompanied to Dubai's premier motorsport and entertainment venue by Italian Matteo Berrettini as the pair traded their racquets for racing suits. For De Minaur, it was his first time experiencing a racetrack – either as a driver or passenger – and the Australian No1, whose passion for cars covers both classic and modern novelties, loved every minute of it. The 26-year-old, who faces former US Open winner Marin Clinic in his opening game on Tuesday, ......read more

Two-time finalist at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Greece star is returning for first time since losing to Djokovic in 2020 final and will face Khachanov in Round Two Young Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard overpowers Zhizhen Zhang with display of force from the service line, including a 235kph second serve during second-set tiebreak Dubai, UAE – February 24, 2025: After a five-year absence from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas returned with a straight-sets victory on Monday, defeating Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego 7-6(4), 6-3 to advance to the second round. The World No11 has enjoyed relative success at the emirate’s ATP 500 event in the past, having twice reached the final, in 2019 and 2020, only to lose to Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. This year, returning ......read more

Pavel Sivakov claims his first stage race victory for UAE Team Emirates-XRG, as João Almeida finishes sixth on final stage time trial to take second place at Volta ao Algarve News | Team – 23rd February 2025 A jam-packed week of racing came to an end on Sunday afternoon, with both the Vuelta a Andalucía and Volta ao Algarve coming to their conclusions in Europe. After Tadej Pogačar’s stage and overall victory at the UAE Tour, Pavel Sivakov followed suit in Andalucía, coming home safely on the final stage to take the GC win for UAE Team Emirates-XRG. The victory marks Sivakov’s first stage race success in UAE Team Emirates-XRG colours, and sees the Frenchman pick up his first win of the season. It is also his first GC victory since the 2022 Vuelta a Burgos. On the final stage in Spain, the ......read more

Seventeen-year-old beats Clara Tauson in straight sets to become youngest player to win a WTA 1000 event since the format’s inception in 2009; victory will see her enter world’s top 10 Too young for a bank account, Andreeva jokes US$597,000 prize money will go to her father and declares that with victory, health, and a place in the top 10, she already has ‘everything I ever wanted’ Dubai, UAE – February 22, 2025: Seventeen-year-old sensation Mirra Andreeva made history on Saturday night at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, beating Denmark’s Clara Tauson in straight sets 7-6(1), 6-1 to become the youngest player to win a WTA 1000 title since the format’s inception in 2009. Dubai’s women’s tournament – celebrating its 25-year anniversary this week – featured ......read more