• Sheikh Saeed also honoured various winners of local padel ranking tournament • National Guard defeats Civil Defence, Ministry of Defence overpowers Dubai Police DUBAI: Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Tennis and Padel Federation, crowned Dubai Municipality champions of the Wheelchair Basketball competition held as part of the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament being played at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. Touted as the best sporting event in the holy month of Ramadan, the event is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed ......read more

Al Tadawi and M.I.N. Investment advance after a tough group match Ministry of Defence and Air Force defeat Civil Defence and Dubai Police in tug-of-war DUBAI: Al Tadawi and M.I.N. Investment qualified for the semi-finals of the volleyball tournament held as part of the ongoing 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament being held at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. Hailed as the premier sporting event during the holy month of Ramadan, this annual tournament is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the slogan “Unlimited Capabilities”. Al Tadawi and M.I.N. ......read more

Pogačar targets historic fourth Strade Bianche title UAE Team Emirates-XRG field star-studded line-up in Siena News | Team –4th March 2026 UAE Team Emirates-XRG arrive in Tuscany with all focus on the iconic gravel roads of Strade Bianche, carrying winning momentum from a triumphant showing at their home race, the UAE Tour. With confidence high and form already proven in 2026, the team turn their attention to one of the most spectacular and demanding one-day races on the calendar. Known as the “Race of the White Roads”, Strade Bianche is a classic like no other, the rolling Tuscan hills and unforgiving gravel sectors providing a relentless test of strength, positioning, and resilience. Year after year, the race delivers unforgettable racing, and it has consistently been a happy hunting ground for ......read more

• National Guard continues impressive performance in exciting tug-of-war competition • Al Samawi secures rightful place in volleyball semi-finals DUBAI: The Dubai Police General Headquarters team will take on Dubai Municipality for top honours in the Wheelchair Basketball of the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Touted as the premier sporting event during the holy month of Ramadan, this annual tournament is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, under the ......read more

Fierce Competition in Tug-of-War at the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament Al Tadawi continues to shine with emphatic win to lead its group in volleyball competition DUBAI: The National Guard team launched a perfect defence of its title in the tug-of-war with a victory over the Ministry of Defence team at the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament being held at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. Touted as the premier sporting event during the holy month of Ramadan, the tournament is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, and under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports ......read more

48 teams confirmed for 3x3 basketball title in crucial matches in 13th the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament Al Samaawi team continues winning streak before facing Yazar in the volleyball championship DUBAI: The final battlelines of the Wheelchair Basketball tournament will be drawn today (Monday, March 2) with the Dubai Police team taking on Dubai Courts, while Dubai Municipality face RTA in the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Touted the premier sporting event during the holy month of Ramadan, this annual tournament is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al ......read more

Moroccans dominate across all running categories in annual road running races Al Tadawi defeats Zabeel, M.I.N. Investment triumphs over Tiger Zabeel Semi-final line-up of Wheelchair Basketball complete DUBAI: Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Tennis and Padel Federation crowned the UAE national team as champions of the teams padel competition at the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Considered the premier sporting event during the holy month of Ramadan, the tournament is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the ......read more

Watched on by UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, World No25 Tallon Griekspoor hobbles his way into Saturday’s final with victory over No5 seed Andrey Rublev * Daniil Medvedev awaits after 2023 winner eases past No1 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime in quest for second Dubai title Dubai, UAE – 27 February 2026: Former World No1 Daniil Medvedev will face Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor in the ATP 500 final at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Saturday, a year after the two players’ only previous meeting – an epic quarterfinal inside Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium that saw Griekspoor triumph after saving four match points. Part two promises plenty. Griekspoor’s last-eight win over Medvedev in 2025 took him into the ATP 500 semi-final where his run was ended by eventual winner Stefanos Tsitsipas. On the same ......read more

* Daniil Medvedev, 2023 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships winner, has 22 career titles but all in different cities; the No3 seed is aiming to break that run this week * Top seed Felix Auger-Aliassime is just two wins away from avenging last year’s final defeat after hitting 16 aces to overcome No8 seed Jiri Lehecka in straight sets Dubai, UAE – 26 February 2026: Daniil Medvedev is a familiar figure chasing an unfamiliar milestone at this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. The former World No1 is making his sixth appearance in the emirate, has 22 titles to his name, and a career built on consistency at the highest level. Yet he has never defended a trophy. That anomaly edged closer to ending on Thursday as the 30-year-old, attempting to repeat his 2023 title win, progressed to the semi-finals with ......read more

*  The 2022 champion needed only 75 minutes to book his place in Friday’s final-four, seeing off France’s Arthur Rinderknech in straight sets on Centre Court * Tallon Griekspoor leaves in-form Jakub Mensik on his back to make it two consecutive semi-finals in Dubai following an intense evening battle Dubai, UAE – 27 February 2026: Andrey Rublev, the No5 seed at this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, progressed to his fifth semi-final in the city on Thursday night – a benchmark reached by only two other men in the ATP 500 tournament’s 34-year history: Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. Not bad company to keep. The 28-year-old secured the milestone with a 6-2, 6-4 dismissal of Arthur Rinderknech at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, blending his trademark ferocious, front-foot ......read more

Fifth seed Andrey Rublev, the 2022 champion, dispatches France’s Ugo Humbert in epic three setter 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-3 The Russian will play France’s Arthur Rinderknech - slayer of fourth seed Jack Draper - on Thursday The Netherlands’ Tallon Griekspoor upsets second seed Alexander Bublik in straight sets to set-up quarterfinal with sixth seed Jakub Mensik Dubai, UAE – 26 February 2026: Andrey Rublev signalled his intentions to reclaim the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships title tonight, as the ruthless Russian dispatched fellow former champion Ugo Humbert in a titanic three-set tussle on Centre Court. Rublev, a two-time Dubai finalist and the winner here in 2022, has fond memories of Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, while Humbert - who has enjoyed equally positive fortunes in Dubai after edging ......read more

UAE triumphs over Bahrain in exciting encounter in the padel team competition American Isaiah Thomas and Russian Olga Kopeko win the 400m steeplechase title DUBAI: Emirati athletes excelled in the Jiu-Jitsu Championship, securing the highest number of medals in the competitions held as part of the 13th edition of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament being held at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. Touted the premier sporting event held during the holy month of Ramadan, the annual tournament is organised under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports ......read more

In a first-round battle of previous winners, last year’s champ Stefanos Tsitsipas loses in straight sets to 2024 title winner Ugo Humbert on Centre Court Andrey Rublev, winner in 2022, faces Humbert in Wednesday last-16 after overcoming Frenchman Valentin Royer 6-3, 6-4 under the lights Dubai, UAE – 25 February 2026: Defending champion Stefanos Tsitsipas crashed out of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Tuesday night, falling in the first round to 2024 title-winner Ugo Humbert under the bright lights of Centre Court. The 4-6, 5-7 defeat at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium means the 27-year-old Greek will drop outside the World’s top 40 for the first time in almost eight years. Tsitsipas left the court with head bowed. As soon as the Main Draw was made on Saturday for this week’s ATP 500 ......read more

• Morocco, Egypt and Kuwait players also shine on exciting opening day of padel   • Badminton sets record and strengthens presence with more than 225 players in the fray   • Al Nasr dominates the Emirati nationals’ category titles in badminton   DUBAI: The UAE national team kicked off the padel competition on a resounding note with a well-deserved straight sets victory over Lebanon at the 13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament, on Monday. The Emirati duo of Fares Al Janahi and Abdullah Al Abdullah dominated their opening match against Mark Bustani and Ralph Thomas before winning 6-1, 6-1. Francisco Jurado and Majid Al Janahi kept up the pressure with an identical win ......read more

Season finale at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club promises fitting conclusion to hugely successful return for the Middle East's premier development tour Al Ain, UAE – Feb 24, 2026: The MENA Golf Tour will bring its landmark 2025/26 season to a close in its UAE home as the Al Ain Championship takes centre stage at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club from March 30 to April 1, with the field competing over three rounds for a $100,000 prize fund and the season-ending Rankings title. Events in Portugal and Egypt have already delivered outstanding competition in what has been one of the most successful and captivating seasons in the tour's history, with Morocco, Jordan and Qatar still to come before the tour's leading players descend on the Garden City for the finale. A venue with true ......read more

UAE Team Emirates-XRG claim the best overall team title in front of the home fans News | Team –24th February 2026 As the curtain falls on the 2026 edition of the UAE Tour, UAE Team Emirates-XRG can look back on a home race defined by control, character, and the confirmation of a new-born star. Across 7 stages, the team rode with authority, claiming two stage wins, the best team classification, and the overall general classification through Mexican prodigy Isaac Del Toro. The race began in the desert of Abu Dhabi with what many expected to be a routine day for the sprinters. UAE Team Emirates-XRG rode with composure, protecting their leaders and guiding themselves safely towards the short false-flat finish. But calm quickly turned to chaos. Sensing opportunity, Del Toro launched a blistering acceleration from deep, catching ......read more

* Three-time Slam winner Stan Wawrinka serves his way past Lebanon’s Hassan to make history in front of Roger Federer at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships * Top-ranked Arab player on the ATP Tour, Moez Echargui of Tunisia, also in action on Day One, slipping to the narrowest of defeats to Mpetshi Perricard Dubai, UAE – 24 February 2026: No1 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime returned to the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships with unfinished business, aiming to improve on last season’s runner-up showing. The Canadian, ranked No8 in the world, needed six match-points to finally secure victory over China’s Zhizhen Zhang, but he finally got the win he was looking for to safely progress to Wednesday’s Round of 16 where he will face Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. Auger-Aliassime opened his campaign at the ......read more

Dubai, UAE - February 23, 2026: Undeterred by fog and fasting, more than 400 students brought a bundle of energy, enthusiasm, and excitement to the J.P. Morgan Kids’ Day on the first morning of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships’ ATP 500 week. Against the backdrop of blasting pop hits that had kids singing in their seats, a one-hour session was hosted by dynamic Italian doubles duo Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori, treating children aged between seven and 10 – as well as their teachers – to a demonstration of skills and some lessons in sportsmanship and teamwork. Italy are the reigning Davis Cup champions and the two pros put on a show for the students, battling it out in competitive rallies. The fun continued as ball kids came on court and put up a sneak-peak of their training routine leading up to ......read more

Mexican takes first World Tour GC victory and 13th season victory for UAE Almeida cements overall podium at Volta ao Algarve News | Team –22ndFebruary 2026 Isaac Del Toro sealed a landmark achievement in his blossoming career, securing overall victory at the UAE Tour and delivering a prestigious home success for UAE Team Emirates-XRG on their home soil. The Mexican climber confirmed his triumph on the final stage into Abu Dhabi, safely navigating the flat sprinters' day to defend the red leader's jersey he claimed with a dominant victory on Jebel Hafeet on Stage 6. Surrounded by his teammates throughout the 176km finale, Del Toro crossed the line in the peloton to secure the biggest general classification win of his career to date. Del Toro's defining moment came yesterday on the slopes of Jebel Hafeet, ......read more

Lithuanian Akvile Gedraityte captures the Open Category title, while Portuguese Tania Rodrigues dominates Masters Women’s division Highly-anticipated Gulf Padel Championship kicks off from Monday Intense physical battles highlight the grueling 400m Obstacle Challenge DUBAI: Emirati cyclist Saeed Hassan captured the men’s amateur title, while countrywoman Aisha Fulad claimed the women’s amateur crown and Lithuanian Akvile Gedraityte powered to victory in the women’s open during a thrilling 74-kilometer cycling race of the 13th Nad Al Sheba (NAS) Sports Tournament. Considered as the largest sports event of its kind during the Holy Month of Ramadan, the tournament is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan ......read more

DUBAI — Emirati fencers claimed three medals — gold, silver and bronze — as the fencing competition concluded at the 13th edition of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament, held at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex under the tournament slogan “Limitless Capabilities”. The Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament is held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the directives of Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council. In the women’s epee competition, UAE national team fencer Zainab Al Husseini won the gold medal, defeating Sarah Besbes 15–11 in the final. UAE fencer Rawda Al Aleeli added ......read more

13th Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament gets under way as home side strike gold, silver and bronze DUBAI: Emirati fencers opened their campaign with three medals – a gold, silver and a bronze - in the fencing competition at the 13th edition of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Organised by the Dubai Sports Council (DSC) under the tournament slogan “Limitless Capabilities”, the annual sporting spectacle is being held at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament is held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and under the directives of Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council. UAE national team fencer Zainab Al Husseini showed her ......read more

* Pegula’s perfect record against Amanda Anisimova continues after fighting back from a set and break down to book her place in the WTA 1000 final * Svitolina lands remarkable upset after three-hour epic with Coco Gauff to keep her dream of a third Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships title alive * Vera Zvonareva, 41, rolls back the years with Laura Siegemund to secure place in doubles final, where they will meet Luisa Stefani and Gabriela Dabrowksi Dubai, UAE – 21 February 2026: World No5 Jessica Pegula fought back from a set and break down in her semi-final tie with Amanda Anisimova to overcome the No2 seed 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 and reach the final of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships for the first time. The American will now meet Elina Svitolina on Saturday after the Ukrainian battled for more than three hours to ......read more

* World No4 Coco Gauff cruised past Alex Eala in front of a passionate Centre Court crowd to end the Filipina fairytale and book a final-four date with Ukraine’s Svitolina * Winner here in 2017 and 2018, Svitolina beat Lucky Loser Antonia Ruzic as she chases a third Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships crown Dubai, UAE – 20 February 2026: World No4 Coco Gauff cruised into the semi-finals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Thursday night, comfortably overcoming both a passionate partisan crowd and the object of its affection, Filipina sensation Alexandra Eala. She will meet Elina Svitolina, the two-time Dubai champion who dumped her out of the Australian Open unceremoniously in straight sets last month. Gauff, a bona-fide American superstar and the No3 seed this week, had played – by her own ......read more

News | Team –18thFebruary 2026   Isaac Del Toro delivered a gutsy and determined performance on stage 3 of the UAE Tour, crossing the line in second place on the demanding summit finish up Jebel Mobrah, keeping himself well-in for the general classification after a measured ride to the line.   Italian rider Antonio Tiberi (Bahrain Victorious) powered to victory – his early move on the steep ramps of Jebel Mobrah proving decisive as he opened up a gap and rode clear to win and seized the race leader's jersey. Del Toro chased relentlessly to the finish, eventually finishing 15 seconds behind the stage winner thanks to an excellent late surge.   The 183 km stage from Umm al-Quwain to Jebel Mobrah was the UAE Tour's first serious mountain test, with the impressive new climb featuring ......read more

The Filipina fairytale continues. From Quezon City to the quarterfinals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, 20-year-old Alexandra Eala defeated Sorana Cirstea 7-5, 6-4 under the lights of Centre Court on Wednesday to book a last-eight date with World No4 Coco Gauff.  "I take it all in with a spoonful of gratitude," Eala said, after being cheered on like the superstar she is quickly becoming among her compatriots. The World No47 – the highest-ranked Filipina in WTA Tour history – showed a quiet confidence from the first game to slowly grind down her veteran opponent and reach the quarterfinals of a 1000 tournament for the second time in her fledgling career. Cirstea came into the tie 15 places higher in the world rankings and having reached the semi-finals here two years ago. Yet such was the energy ......read more

Thousands of cyclists took to Dubai's roads as the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge returned for its 16th edition at Expo City Dubai. The weekend introduced the launch of the new Family Fun Day, featuring the Junior Rides, Family Fun Ride and Eat Well Live Well Village! Expo City Dubai transformed into a vibrant celebration of cycling, wellness and community spirit throughout the weekend. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 2026:  Held in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council, the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge marked its 16th edition at Expo City Dubai, attracting over 1,700 participants in the main event, with over 3,000 thousand cyclists registered for the various challenges over the weekend. Dubai's streets came alive over the weekend as thousands of cyclists rolled out ......read more

Abu Dhabi, 18 February 2026: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation will stage three championships during the Holy Month of Ramadan, reinforcing the sport’s strong presence in the national sporting calendar and its deep connection to community life across the UAE. The Ramadan programme begins with the jiu-jitsu competitions at the Hafeet Sport Challenge on 20 February at Al Ain Jiu-Jitsu Club in Al Qattara, followed by the NAS Sports Tournament 2026 on 24–25 February at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The programme concludes with the Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Ramadan Tournament from 3–5 March, held as part of the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi. Participation in these events reflects the Federation’s commitment to keeping athletes active during the Holy Month of Ramadan while strengthening ......read more

Seeds Coco Gauff (3), Jessica Pegula (4), Mirra Andreeva (5) and Belinda Bencic (9) all progress Last year’s beaten finalist Clara Tauson (12) and rising American star Iva Jovic (16) remain in the hunt Dubai, UAE – 17 February 2026: Amid glorious winter conditions at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, WTA1000 week heated up on Tuesday as a raft of seeds booking early passage to the Round of 16 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. With nine matches played in daylight hours on day three, the USA’s Coco Gauff, the World No4 and third seed this week, defeated Anna Kalinskaya in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4 in little more than an hour and a half. As swirling winds blustered across Centre Court, conditions for both players were challenging, with momentum resembling a pendulum. It was Gauff, however, that ......read more

Alexandra Eala claims her first top-10 scalp, beating Italian Paolini in front of a raucous sold-out crowd at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium  Australian Open champion Rybakina returns to her adopted home city and looks imperious, making light work of Australia’s Kimberly Birrell More huge matches await on Wednesday as Eala takes to Centre Court against Sorana Cirstea, while top seed Rybakina faces Lucky Loser Antonia Ruzic Dubai, UAE – 18 February 2026: Roared on by a rapturous Kabayan-majority crowd, Filipino sensation Alexandra Eala overpowered World No8 Jasmine Paolini 6-1, 7-6(5) at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Tuesday night to secure her first career win against a top-10 player and set up a last-16 clash with Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea. With John Lennon’s Imagine playing ......read more

Having previously teamed up on the doubles court, World No6 Jessica Pegula and US compatriot Desirae Krawczyk swapped forehands for fairways as they reunited for a fun evening at Topgolf Dubai ahead of this week's Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. The American duo took part in a precision-based challenge at Dubai's futuristic driving range, combining sport, entertainment, and friendly competition – all set against the emirate's striking skyline at Emirates Golf Club. Reflecting on the experience, No4 seed Pegula welcomed the opportunity to switch off for a while ahead of a demanding tournament week: "It was really nice to get away from the tennis court and do something totally different. It was a lot of fun, especially being able to do this with Des. She's a good friend of mine and always up for fun ......read more

Belgian takes 12th victory of the year for UAE Team Emirates-XRG News | Team –17th February 2026 Tim Wellens produced one of the standout performances of the early season today, riding a bold long-range attack to victory at the Clásica Jaén Paraíso Interior for UAE Team Emirates-XRG. The Belgian champion held off a fierce chase behind to cross the line ahead of Tom Pidcock (Q.36.5) and secure a memorable solo win on one of Spain’s most challenging early season one-day races. Covering 154 km around the historic town of Úbeda – shortened slightly this year due to severe weather but still featuring several sectors of gravel and rolling terrain – the race provided a unique blend of gravel, punchy climbs, and tactical complexity that tested all contenders. Wellens cracked the race open with a ......read more

World No3 has barely had a chance to relax after winning in Melbourne, being bed-ridden during a short stopover in Dubai and then going straight back on court in Doha Dubai, UAE – 15 February 2026: It may be more than two weeks since Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open in Melbourne, yet such is the demanding schedule of modern-day tennis, the Kazakh star is hoping this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – her adopted home tournament in the city in which she has lived since 2024 – provides the chance to properly celebrate. The 26-year-old is balancing the demands of being the top seed at this week’s WTA 1000 tournament with all the off-court demands that come when you return home after weeks away – things to do, people to see, favourite places to go. “Honestly, it's ......read more

Government of Dubai Media Office – 15 February 2026: The third day of Dubai Games 2026, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, concluded today with two Heats of the Battle of the Cities, featuring teams representing 56 global cities. The 2026 edition of the tournament is held in official partnership with DP World; Diamond Partnership with DAMAC, Beyond Developments and Emirates Petroleum Company (Emarat), and a Strategic Partnership with the Dubai Sports Council. Participating city teams saw intense competition to secure the highest score, awarded based on quality of performance as well as the speed of completing the challenges. Four cities to the ......read more

Isaac Del Toro leads a strong UAE Team Emirates-XRG line-up on home roads. UAE Team Emirates-XRG set sights on UAE Tour title defence to open 2026. News | Team –12thFebruary 2026 UAE Team Emirates-XRG head into the UAE Tour with the sights firmly set on extending a stellar start to the 2026 season as the peloton returns to the Middle East for the region’s only World Tour race. Rising star Isaac Del Toro will lead an impressive UAE Team Emirates-XRG line-up, as he looks to open his year with a strong showing on home soil and write the next chapter in the team’s rich history at the race. The UAE Tour has been the stage for some unforgettable moments for UAE Team Emirates-XRG, and Del Toro will be hoping to add to that legacy as he makes his debut in the race. The team arrive chasing a fourth overall title ......read more

World No.1 Yiu Kamiji wins inaugural Wheelchair Tennis Invitational presented by the WTA Foundation 20 year old qualifier Sara Bejlek beats Ekaterina Alexandrova in straight sets in thrilling final Ekaterina Alexandrova and Maya Joint seal the Women’s Doubles title ABU DHABI, UAE – 07 February 2026: The final day of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, delivered a memorable finish as 20-year-old Sara Bejlek captured her maiden WTA Tour title in just her second appearance at this level. Ekatrerina Alexandrova and Maya Joint claimed the doubles crown, while Yui Kamiji triumphed in the inaugural Wheelchair Tennis Invitational presented by the WTA Foundation. Picture Caption: (L-R) Roberto Ranieri, WTA Supervisor; Nigel Gupta, Tournament Director; Dr. Bakheet ......read more

The invitation-only WHX Leaders summit convened leading global healthcare policymakers and executives in advance of the full 2027 programme Consensus highlights the need to align technology, governance, and investment to deliver longer, healthier lives His Excellency Dr Amin Hussain Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary of the Health Regulations Sector at the Ministry of Health and Prevention, delivered the opening keynote address   Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 9 February 2026: Global healthcare leaders gathered in Dubai for the official launch of WHX Leaders, an invitation-only summit uniting senior policymakers, health system executives, global institutions and innovators to align on key priorities shaping the future of healthcare delivery worldwide. Held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Health and ......read more

Filipina star Alexandra Eala defeats Aliaksandra Sasnovich in a thrilling encounter to secure quarter-final spot Alexandrova, Belem and Kartal advance as defending champion Bencic withdraws due to illness Wheelchair stars Bernal and Griffioen visit Healthpoint Hospital ahead of inaugural invitational ABU DHABI, UAE – 04 February 2026: On a dramatic day at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, Filipina star Alexandra Eala delivered the headline moment, staging a thrilling near three-hour epic against Aliaksandra Sasnovich on Stadium Court. The electric atmosphere at packed Stadium Court proved pivotal as Eala fought back from 4-0 down in the deciding set, with the crowd's roaring support spurring her on through a dramatic tiebreak victory that secured her place in the quarter-finals. The Filipina star's ......read more

Two new F1-themed departures will set sail in the Arabian Gulf Both Celestyal ships to sail the Arabian Gulf for the line’s third consecutive season 03 February 2026, Dubai, UAE: Celestyal has announced two new F1 sailings for its 2026/27 Arabian Gulf season. On November 27, 2026, the 1260-guest Celestyal Journey will be in Doha, for an eight-night Doha F1 itinerary. Similarly, the ship will stay in port for three nights, allowing guests to watch all practice sessions, qualifying and race day events*. They will then sail from Doha, visiting Dubai, UAE (overnight); Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas Island, UAE; and Khalifa Bin Salman, Bahrain. Prices start from USD$839. On December 4, 2026, the 1360-guest Celestyal Discovery will be in Abu Dhabi, UAE, for a seven-night Abu Dhabi F1 itinerary. The ship will stay in port for ......read more

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 2, 2026 — The World Laureates Summit 2026 (WLS 2026) officially opened yesterday in Dubai. The summit is hosted by World Laureates Association (WLA) and co-hosted by KuCoin. The event brings together leading scientists, research institutions, and policymakers from around the world, aiming to place fundamental science and public governance within a shared global dialogue. As one of the co-hosts, KuCoin positioned itself as a long-term builder of trusted digital infrastructure, emphasizing how blockchain’s verifiability, traceability, and collaborative capabilities can provide foundational trust for financial technology, scientific collaboration, and public governance. Through a long-term technology perspective, KuCoin highlighted its support for human scientific exploration and ......read more

Six Wins In A Row For a Debut Runner at Middle East's Fastest Marathon Dubai, (UAE): Nibret Melak and Anchinalu Dessie made it an Ethiopian double as the Dubai Marathon celebrated its 25th anniversary with two world-class winning times. Melak became yet another debut winner of the Middle East's fastest marathon clocking 2:04:00, while Dessie continued her impressive marathon journey winning her third straight marathon in a personal best of 2:18:31. Both times are confirmed as world leading marks in 2026. Running his first marathon Melak's victory was remarkable. It was the sixth time in a row that the Dubai's men's race was taken by a debutant from Ethiopia - in total, including the women's event, the race has been won by eleven debutants over this fast and flat course. In very good weather conditions, ......read more

In the month of maagh, January/February, the auspicious day of Panchmi (the fifth day of the lunar fortnight in the Hindu Calendar), which is popularly known as Basant Panchmi, is considered as a blessed and sacred day and is welcomed as a harbinger of joy and exuberance. With the passing of the winter season, as soon as the season of Basant commences, there is an infusion of new energy in animals as well as birds, human beings and vegetation. The Basant season is of special significance for Dayalbagh, the headquarters of the Ra Dha Sva Aa Mi Faith situated in the city of Agra, India. For the devotees of the Ra Dha Sva Aa Mi Faith, the auspicious day of Basant is one of extreme happiness and Bliss. On the auspicious day of Basant Panchmi, on January 20, 1915, the fifth Revered Leader of the Ra Dha Sva Aa Mi faith, Sir Sahabji ......read more

Dubai, UAE — The Monk, a chain of restaurants in Dubai, has unveiled a powerful public awareness film supporting the Dubai Government’s plastic ban directive—remarkably led by People of Determination, making it the first initiative of its kind in the UAE. The film anchors SHARE TO CARE by The Monk, a movement that unites sustainability, inclusion, and community action. Written and directed by Binesh Babu Panicker, the film titled “Raising Awareness with Rising Spirits” places People of Determination at the forefront of environmental advocacy. “This film proves that when the most inspiring voices lead the message, society listens. Our cast of People of Determination didn’t just participate—they guided the narrative. It is a true embodiment of Reverse Inclusion, where they show us ......read more

Saudi is rapidly transforming into a global powerhouse for sports. Football is seeing a renaissance in the country, but beneath the dazzling headlines lies a deep, multi-generational passion for the beautiful game. That passion is now being amplified by an unprecedented wave of focus on football locally, nationally, and internationally. The clearest sign of this ambition is Saudi’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2034. This monumental undertaking involves developing cutting-edge infrastructure, from state-of-the-art stadiums to expansive fan zones and advanced transport networks; all meticulously planned to deliver an unparalleled global spectacle. In the meantime, Saudi is showcasing its hosting credentials by bringing major European club competitions like the Spanish and Italian Super Cups to its pitches. Saudi ......read more

Danish teenager claims dramatic play-off victory at Emirates Golf Club Second year with WAGR status sees international field compete across Faldo and Majlis courses Dubai, UAE – January 18 : Christian Hansen of Denmark produced one of the great comebacks to win the Junior Dubai Desert Classic, holing an eagle putt on the 54th hole to force a play-off before repeating the feat on the return trip down the 18th to defeat Sweden's Victor Larsson and claim the title with a three-round total of three-under par (213). The 54-hole tournament, hosted by the Hero Dubai Desert Classic in collaboration with the Emirates Golf Federation, saw 64 boys and girls from across the world compete at Emirates Golf Club. Now in its second year with World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) status, the event continues to ......read more

The world takes a seat at Dubai’s table as homegrown and globally acclaimed chefs redefine Dubai’s culinary identity as the new global capital of gastronomy DUBAI – January 16 2026: Dubai’s rise as one of the world’s most influential gastronomic capital will be on full display at Dubai World Cuisine, the flagship culinary platform hosted within Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 26 – 30 January 2026 by Gulfood. Uniting over 70 chefs shaping Dubai’s culinary identity, from more than 30 nationalities, the programme will see these iconic figures take to the stage to demonstrate their signature dishes live, engage directly with industry audiences and open new commercial conversations. Marking Dubai’s evolution from a world-class dining capital to global flavour influencer, Dubai World ......read more

Notpla, seaweed-based packaging innovator to implement sustainable solution at 2027 tournament Local 12-year-old female golf fan creates GreenFair+AI, AI waste management platform with father Dubai, UAE: The Green Incubator Challenge, a sustainability initiative of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, has achieved its mission of inviting innovators worldwide to submit bold sustainable solutions for event. With six finalists competing, the winning entry was from Notpla, a pioneering company behind seaweed-based packaging that naturally disappears.  Following a presentation to a panel of expert judges at Emirates Golf Club ahead of the 37th Hero Dubai Desert Classic, Notpla was awarded the first place, and the UK-based company will now work with the tournament organisers to implement its innovative sustainable ......read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 15th January 2026: UAE and Syria were among the winners on day two of the 13th edition of the FBMA International Show Jumping Cup 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Wednesday's schedule at Al Forsan International Sports Resort saw eight categories being held and once again there were some impressive performances in the UAE capital. Organised by Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy, the event is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, "Mother of the Nation," Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation, and under the guidance and supervision of Sheikha Fatima bint Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of the Fatima Bint ......read more

The Global Stage, Future Stage and newly rebranded Experience Stage to deliver industry-led intelligence, innovation and inclusive growth, reinforcing Arabian Travel Market as the place to learn from and shape the future of travel Leading global market research and insight companies, including Tourism Economics, an Oxford Economics company, Euromonitor, GSIQ, Dragon Trail, Videc, Women in Travel CIC, and ICCA, to lead discussions ATM will take place from 4-7 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7 January 2026: Arabian Travel Market (ATM) has unveiled its extensive conference programme for ATM 2026, outlining a multi-stage agenda which will shape the future of the global travel and tourism industry. ATM 2026, which will take place from May 4 to 7 at Dubai World Trade Centre, will host a ......read more

In a historic evening that shifted the tectonic plates of the badminton world, the United Arab Emirates has been crowned the inaugural BWF AirBadminton World Cup champions. Amidst the coastal winds of Khorfakkan Beach, the UAE national team pulled off a breathtaking 60–54 victory over the top-seeded Chinese squad to secure the National Teams Relay gold, marking the country’s most significant achievement in the Badminton sports history. Under the gracious patronage of H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the tournament reached its fever pitch on Sunday as the home favorites stood their ground against a powerhouse that many believed was unbeatable. The Stars of the Sand: A Journey from NVBA to World Glory The backbone of this monumental win was the performance of Dhiren ......read more