World Champion dominates in the mountains to win his first Dauphiné UAE Team Emirates-XRG look to build upon impeccable form as Tour de France looms As the curtain closed on Le Dauphiné, it was World Champion Tadej Pogačar who once again lit up the race. Across eight stages, cycling’s ‘big three’ clashed for the first time outside of the Tour de France, delivering fireworks in what is traditionally seen as the final warm-up before the biggest race in cycling. Stage 1 defied expectations. What looked like a routine sprint finish turned into an early General Classification showdown as two-time Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard attacked with 6KM to go. Only the very best could follow. Vingegaard, Van der Poel, Evenepoel, and Pogačar broke clear, and as the peloton hunted them down, it was Van ......read more
Pogačar matches every attack in France to finish third on the stage and seal GC victory, whilst Matthias Schwarzbacher takes pink at Giro Next Gen News | Team – 15th June 2025 With a commanding display on Sunday afternoon, Tadej Pogačar sealed his first Critérium du Dauphiné title with third place on stage 8. The world champion was attacked by Jonas Vingegaard of Visma-Lease a Bike, but more than matched the Dane on the final climb, measuring his efforts to the line to end a successful week in France. Crossing third over the line alongside Vingegaard and shortly after stage winner Lenny Martinez (Bahrain Victorious), Pogačar brought a close to eight days of racing at the Dauphiné that had yielded three stage victories for himself and UAE Team Emirates-XRG. With the overall victory, Pogačar becomes ......read more
21-year-old Mexican becomes the youngest rider this century to win a stage in the Maglia Rosa, extending his lead heading deep into the final week News | Team – 28th May 2025 Isaac del Toro delivered a resounding response to the pressure of his rivals at the Giro d'Italia, winning stage 17 in style and extending his lead in the Maglia Rosa. It was a remarkable display from the young 21-year-old, who had suffered time losses in the previous stage and showed all of his character to turn the tables on his opponents in the final kilometres of Wednesday's stage. Having weathered the attacks of his fellow podium contenders earlier in the stage, the Mexican delivered a searing attack on the final climb of the day, before distancing both Romain Bardet (Picnic PostNL) and Richard Carapaz (EF ......read more
Young Mexican extends GC lead with commanding ride on Stage 13 of the Giro d'Italia News | Team – 23rd May 2025 UAE Team Emirates – XRG's rising star Isaac Del Toro delivered another confident performance at the Giro d'Italia, securing third place on today's stage and successfully defending the maglia rosa for a fourth consecutive day. The 20-year-old extended his overall lead in the general classification with a composed and tactical ride through the final kilometres, which concluded in Vicenza. Del Toro's podium finish came after a tense day of racing that saw several attacks and tactics at play from rival teams. Juan Ayuso also managed to clinch extra seconds in the GC battle at the intermediate time bonus, reinforcing UAE's place at the head of ......read more
A Soulful Experience awaits - Two icons. One stage. A night of infinite revery in all its majesty. 23 May 2025 (Abu Dhabi, UAE) – Following the resounding success of last year’s sold-out edition of Symphony of Stars, Etihad Arena will once again transform into a sanctuary of music and meaning on 7 November. Symphony Of Stars: The Soulful Experience will unite two of the most revered voices of this generation – Atif Aslam and Sami Yusuf – for an unforgettable night of soul, spirituality and majestic artistry. Atif Aslam, one of the most beloved voices, is no stranger to the UAE stage. As one of the most globally celebrated artists, his performances have consistently left audiences spellbound - drawing sold-out crowds and heartfelt admiration, a testament to his evolving artistry, his message of unity ......read more
Mexican sensation 2nd into Castelnovo ne' Monti Isaac del Toro and UAE Team Emirates-XRG have successfully defended the Maglia Rosa in Stage 11 of the Giro d'Italia, maintaining his lead in the general classification. The 186km stage from Viareggio to Castelnovo ne' Monti featured the challenging Alpe San Pellegrino climb which saw a big shake-up in the peloton. In the closing stages Richard Carapaz (EF Education-EasyPost) secured victory with a decisive solo attack in the final 6 kilometers Del Toro, however, showcased his tactical acumen by finishing second in the bunch sprint, claiming valuable bonus seconds that extended his overall lead to 31 seconds over teammate Juan Ayuso, leaving the Emirati squad in a favourable position heading into the flatter day tomorrow. Del ......read more
Dubai Basketball will face Slovenia's Cedevita Olimpija in a knockout game for a spot in the ABA League Semi-Finals Tickets are available for fans to support their city on Tuesday, 20 March at 7:30 PM on the Coca-Cola Arena website Dubai, 19 May 2025: Dubai Basketball is set for one of its most defining moments yet, as the team prepares to face off against one of Slovenia's toughest sides in the third and final game of the ABA League Quarter-Finals. The deciding game will take place on Tuesday, 20 May at 7:30 PM at Coca-Cola Arena. With a Semi-Final spot on the line, this is an all-or-nothing battle for Dubai's team. A win secures their place in the next stage of the tournament against league giants, Partizan. Whereas a loss would mean the end of their first season campaign. In their ......read more
Spanish talent takes first Grand Tour stage win News | Team –16th May 2025 Juan Ayuso claimed a stunning victory on Stage 7 of the Giro d’Italia, a mountainous 168-kilometer route from Castel di Sangro to Tagliacozzo. Ayuso launched a powerful acceleration in the final 400 meters to distance his rivals and cross the finish line solo for UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s first stage win in this year’s edition. Isaac Del Toro also delivered an impressive performance to finish second, completing a dominant day for UAE Team Emirates-XRG. Egan Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers) took third, while Primož Roglič (Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe) came in fourth and captured the overall lead, taking the coveted maglia rosa after previous leader Mads Pedersen dropped off in the final kilometers. With this victory, Ayuso moves up ......read more
Dubai, 2025 – In a strategic step that reinforces Dubai's commitment to athletic excellence and innovation, Hamdan Sports Complex has been announced as the official host venue for one of the region's most comprehensive platforms for endurance sports — the Endurance Hub. This dynamic initiative is the result of a collaboration between I LOVE SUPERSPORT and BR PERFORMANCE, in cooperation with the Dubai Sports Council. Designed as a community-focused, multi-sport training hub, Endurance Hub offers personalized coaching, advanced performance solutions, and regular engagement opportunities for athletes of all levels — from first-timers to elite competitors. A Strategic Move to Advance Endurance Sports in the UAE As the UAE's premier destination for high-performance sport, Hamdan Sports Complex ......read more
Former Australian national time trial champion lives up to his billing with a fantastic performance, as UAE Team Emirates-XRG teammates ride strongly News | Team –10th May 2025 Jay Vine came narrowly close to picking up his first Giro d’Italia stage victory on day two in Albania, with the UAE Team Emirates-XRG man finishing in third place, just three seconds down on the winner Josh Tarling (Ineos Grenadiers). The Australian spent a period in the hot seat before being toppled by the British national time trial champion, marking a strong response to his stage 1 crash. On the 13.7km-long individual time trial in Tirana, the former Australian national time trial champion produced a blistering performance that saw him complete the course in 16’10”, averaging over 50 km/h. Just 24 hours earlier, Vine had hit ......read more
UAE Team Emirates-XRG look to make their mark in the first Grand Tour of the season Juan Ayuso and Adam Yates lead the charge for UAE Team Emirates-XR News | Team – 8th May 2025 As UAE Team Emirates-XRG gear up for the 108th edition of the Giro d’Italia, the anticipation and excitement is palpable across the world of cycling on the eve of the first Grand Tour of the season. Known for its punishing climbs and picturesque scenery, the Giro offers a valuable opportunity for riders to test themselves on one of cycling’s toughest stages. With the majestic landscapes of Italy once again setting the stage, all eyes now turn to Juan Ayuso, the rising star of Spanish cycling, who enters the race as one of the standout favourites. Ayuso arrives at the start line in red-hot form, having lit up the early ......read more
Australian puts in late attack to take glory for Emirati squad News | Team – 2nd May 2025 Jay Vine of UAE Team Emirates-XRG clinched a commanding victory in Stage 3 of the 2025 Tour de Romandie, showcasing his climbing prowess on the 183.1-kilometre loop starting and ending in Cossonay. The stage featured a challenging route with three Category 3 climbs and a decisive Category 2 ascent over the Col du Mollendruz. Vine capitalised on the mountainous terrain, launching a decisive attack on the final ascent to secure his win. This victory marks Vine’s first stage win in the Tour de Romandie and highlights his strong form ahead of the upcoming Queen stage. Stage 4 will take riders from Sion to Thyon 2000, featuring five categorised climbs, including three Category 1 ascents, culminating in a summit finish at 2,090 ......read more
• 20 teams from across the Arab world to compete in tournament that kicks off today DUBAI: The Under-15 Football Challenge Cup will kick off today (Thursday, May 1) at the Humaid Al Tayer Stadium in Al Nasr Club. Organised by the Dubai Sports Council in collaboration with Delta Company, the tournament that will conclude with the final on Sunday (May 4), is part of the Council’s strategic plan to nurture young athletic talent and foster public-private partnerships by hosting impactful international youth events that contribute to talent development and boost sports tourism in Dubai. The tournament brings together 20 youth teams from the UAE and several Arab countries. Representing the UAE are top clubs including Al Nasr, Al Wasl, Shabab Al Ahli and Hatta Club alongside several local and international academies. The ......read more
Portuguese track specialist nails his time trial effort and comes aganisingly close to first WorldTour victory, but is pipped to the line by 0.003 seconds News | Team – 29th April 2025 On the opening day of the Tour de Romandie, Ivo Oliveira came within a whisker of his first WorldTour victory, as the UAE Team Emirates-XRG man placed second in the prologue. The Portuguese track specialist used all of his nous and experience to produce a breathtaking performance on the 3.5km route, but was ultimaly pipped to the stage win by Samuel Watson of Ineos Grenadiers. Oliveira, having spent a long time in the hot seat, could only watch on as Watson narrowly beat his time at the line in Saint-Imier. The recent two-time Giro d’Abruzzo stage winner rode the course in a blistering average speed of 45.27kph for the Emirati squad, ......read more
Italian sprints to victory from peloton, after António Morgado spends day in the breakaway for UAE Team Emirates-XRG News | Team – 27th April 2025 After a pair of runner-up spots in the opening two stages, UAE Team Emirates-XRG came up trumps on stage 3 of the Vuelta Asturias, with Alessandro Covi sprinting to the day’s victory from the peloton. For the man known as the Puma, it is a second victory in as many months, after his return to winning ways at the Giro d’Abruzzo. The Italian was the quickest in the pack after they caught the day’s breakaway. Also in the peloton was UAE Team Emirates-XRG’s Marc Soler, who retains the race lead heading into the fourth and final day. The Spaniard has a handy advantage over second place, which allowed his teammates freedom to attack on Saturday ......read more
Abdulla Jasim Al-Ali set to start second European race for UAE Team Emirates-XRG in Spain. Emirati youngster rising through the ranks after his discovery through the ADNOC Accelerator Program. Abdulla Jasim Al-Ali continues his climb up the professional ranks as he lines up for the 67th edition of the Vuelta Asturias – his second European race start with UAE Team Emirates-XRG. The 22-year-old Emirati talent, discovered through the ADNOC Accelerator Program, will once again wear the team colours on the demanding mountains of Spain. A first of its kind talent identification program aimed at unearthing the next Emirati cycling superstar, the ADNOC accelerator program offered three young Emirati cyclists a place in a year-long development pathway with UAE Team Emirates-XRG. Backed by ADNOC’s commitment to nurture ......read more
Dubai, UAE, 22 April 2025: Dubai Basketball continues their dream debut season with a last-minute comeback, securing a 87-82 victory over Croatian side Split on Sunday night, securing their 11th consecutive victory, taking their win-loss record to an impressive 23-5. With just one home game remaining before the playoffs, the team has cemented its place as one of the standout teams of the season. Dubai Basketball delivered a dominant first half, outscoring Split with quick offensive blows and solid defence. Dubai Basketball's "Latvian Laser" Davis Bertans led the scoring with 25 points, earning the title of the night's hero after a clinical shooting display. "Our first half was very, very good," said head coach Jurica Golemac after the match. "We played with intent, we executed well, and we ......read more
UAE Team Emirates-XRG squad announced for Liège-Bastogne-Liège, as Ardennes Classics come towards a close News | Team – 23rd April 2025 Three weeks after the last of his eight Monument victories to date, Tadej Pogačar will lead UAE Team Emirates-XRG at this weekend’s Liège-Bastogne-Liège in Belgium. The grand old race will round out this year’s spring Classics and see the world’s best go head-to-head once more before attention turns to the Grand Tour season. With a second-place finish at the Amstel Gold Race on Sunday, Pogačar showed himself up for the fight in the Ardennes, with some of the region’s toughest climbs to come over the double-header of La Flèche Wallonne and the Monument known as La Doyenne. Although sitting as the final race of the week, Liège-Bastogne-Liège is likely to ......read more
FIA Members to vote in June 2025 on nomination of former British Rally Champion and founder of M-Sport Ltd Dubai, UAE, 23rd April, 2025: Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), has nominated Malcolm Wilson OBE, a leading figure in British motor sport, for the position of Deputy President for Sport. Making the announcement today, the FIA, the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, said that FIA Members will vote on the nomination of Mr Wilson at the Extraordinary General Assemblies and Conference in Macau in June 2025. Malcolm Wilson OBE is the Managing Director of M-Sport Ltd, which has operated Ford’s World Rally programme since 1997. Prior to forming M-Sport, Mr Wilson was a highly successful ......read more
Players from Prime Star Sports Academy impress in three-day event under DSC aegis Dubai, UAE (April 22, 2025): Players from Al Nasr Club delivered outstanding performances at the conclusion of the Dubai Open Badminton Academies Tournament, held in collaboration between the Dubai Sports Council, the UAE Badminton Federation and operational partner, Prime Star Sports Academy. This event comes within the Council’s efforts to develop young sports talents and promote a culture of excellence and physical activity across the emirate. In the Girls U-13 Singles, Amna Ahmad of Al Nasr Club captured gold after a superb performance. Jofila Kannan of Shuttlezone took silver, while Rusham Deepak (Prime Star Sports) and Kanishka Selvarani (PSA) shared third. Boys U-13 Singles was another ......read more
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
Pogačar to lead experienced team in search of third Tour title UAE Team Emirates have officially unveiled the team heading into the Tour de France (29 June-21 July) which gets underway in the city of Florence, Italy for the Grand Depart. The team heads into the 21 stages led by the former two-time winner of the race Tadej Pogačar, with a mix of climbers and rouleurs to support the ......read more
Dubai, UAE – June 21, 2024 – EarthSoul, the region’s premier eco-conscious music festival, made its highly anticipated debut at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on June 15th, 2024, aligning perfectly with the UAE’s Year of Sustainability. EarthSoul Festival immersed attendees in the pinnacle of musical extravagance, unveiling its electrifying lineup during its one-day ......read more
TikTok ushers in a new era of creative bravery at Cannes Lions Festival, showing marketers how to boost returns on creative Dubai, United Arab Emirates – June 20, 2024 -Creative freedom and experimentation are the most critical tools in today's marketing arsenal to thrive and meet audiences where they are. TikTok is celebrating the brands and creators that have taken creativity to ......read more
Abu Dhabi confirmed to host the season finale of the 2024 FIM World Supercross Championship on 4 December 2024 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island Two motorsport world championships to be decided within a week on Yas Island with both the World Supercross Championship and Formula 1 heading to Abu Dhabi in December SX Global, the official promoters of the FIM World Supercross Championship ......read more
Teams from Bahrain and Oman to vie against the best talent from Dubai academies this weekend DUBAI: Teams from Dubai will be up against some of the best talent from across the region when the Mina Cup Futsal 2024 is held in two age categories at Al Wasl Club’s indoor stadium in Al Jaddaf area, this weekend (June 21-22). The competition will kick-off with the U-10s at 3 pm (UAE time), ......read more
Veteran Team Abu Dhabi driver gives himself fighting chance of repeat Grand Prix win Olbia, Sardinia, 15th June, 2024: Team Abu Dhabi’s Thani Al Qemzi delivered a reminder that he remains a threat in the 2024 UIM F1H2O World Championship today as Sharjah Team’s Rusty Wyatt secured pole position for the Regione Sardegna Grand Prix of Italy. Al Qemzi, who scored his last ......read more
Adam Yates wins in Carì, second place for Almeida UAE Team Emirates put on a strong display on the final climb of stage 5 of the Tour de Suisse (Ambrì-Carì, 148,6 km) thanks to a perfect team performance that allowed Adam Yates win the stage and to consolidate his leadership in the GC. Also, João Almeida crossed the finish line behind the team mate to maintain the ......read more
British rider takes convincing lead on Gotthard Pass Adam Yates put in a confident climbing display on stage 4 of the Tour de Suisse to take the overall lead as the race hits the decisive stages. The British climber broke away from the peloton at -5km to go in chase of the remaining breakaway fugitives, without any answer from his closest GC rivals. Yates picked up all but one of the early ......read more
As part of Dubai Sports Council’s efforts to attract & scout sports talents and according to Dubai Government’s policy to support talents in various fields, DSC has announced the launch of the “Football Talent Development Centers in Dubai Clubs for the age groups from 12 to 17 years old. The announcement comes within the framework of the gatherings & tryouts, ......read more
12 women's international & local sports events take place during summer season in different locations of Dubai, in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council (DSC) and in partnership with several clubs, academies and sports events organizers from the private sector. These sports events are organized to enhance the culture of the exercise of sport & physical activities among women in ......read more
Dubai Sports Council (DSC) celebrated the great achievement of Al-Wasl Sports Club, the Champions of the double in the sports season 2023 – 2024 (the UAE President Cup's Title & the ADNOC Pro League's Title). The celebration took place at DSC's premises, in the presence of H.E. Saeed Hareb, the Secretary General of DSC / H.E. Ahmed Mohammed Al-Shaafar, the Board Chairman ......read more
Canada, 7 June 2024: The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) today showcases a more competitive, safer and more sustainable future for the FIA Formula One World Championship with the presentation of the much anticipated technical regulations that will define the sport from 2026 onwards. Developed in consultation with the FIA Formula 1 Technical Working Groups, and ......read more
June 5, 2024: The highly anticipated ‘Future Festival’ commenced at DEC, Expo City Dubai today, kick starting with keynote and sessions on the groundbreaking trends and potentials of artificial intelligence (AI) across various industries. The two-day event which is organised by DXB LIVE in partnership with Trend Hunter, a leading trend platform and innovation accelerator, sets the ......read more
At least 11 international football clubs and 400 diverse academies doing yeoman service DUBAI: Dubai has continued to press further in consolidating its position as a preferred global destination for young sporting talent. Now housing at least eleven international football clubs who have set up base, Dubai has been a preferred destination for selecting, attracting and developing talented ......read more
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 04 June 2023: From June 17th to 23rd, Dalma Mall transforms into the ultimate destination for an extraordinary Cartoon Network adventure! Brought to life by Dalma Mall in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and produced by EventBox, this Eid festive special event promises fun and entertainment for the whole family! Fans of all ages from across ......read more
Dubai – June 3, 2024: The 4th edition of "Swaralaya Symphony on Strings" concert is set to enchant audiences on June 9, 2024, at the Emirates Theatre in Jumeirah, Dubai. The show will commence at 7:00 PM, featuring an extraordinary fusion of Indian classical music and modern music, led by Purbayan Chatterjee, the acclaimed Sitar maestro and President of India Awardee. Purbayan ......read more
In honour of World Bicycle Day, UAE Team Emirates reflects on an incredible journey marked by unprecedented success and support from its fans and partners in the Middle East. Since its inception, UAE Team Emirates has experienced a meteoric rise, far surpassing initial expectations and solidifying its position as the number 1 team in World Cycling. Mauro Gianetti, Team Principal and CEO of UAE ......read more
The Asian Basketball Champions League’s draw was held on Friday 31st May 2024 at Dubai Sports Council’s premises. The Championship will take place at Shabab Al-Ahli Cub from 9th to 15th June 2024. The draw’s procedures were organized in the presence of H.E. Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al-Marri, the Board Member of Shabab Al-Ahli Club / H.E. Naser Aman ......read more
Abu Dhabi, 30 May 2024: The UAE has celebrated World Multiple Sclerosis Day for the second consecutive year with a series of initiatives led by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS). World MS Day, marked annually on 30 May, is the global movement's day of action to raise awareness of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and encourage understanding and support for people living with MS. This ......read more
3rd spot for Swiss in uphill sprint Marc Hirschi took a fine 3rd place podium at the Circuit Franco-Belge in Belgium, with an uphill sprint battle with Biniam Girmay (Intermarche-Wanty) on the road from Tournai to Mont de l’Enclus (190.6). The race included several attacks which would eventually all come down to an uphill sprint. Girmay would take a clear victory, ......read more
First-of-its-kind Slow Cycle Race at Mushrif Mall Two exciting weekends: May 31st to June 2nd and June 7th to 9th Total prize pool of AED 17,500, with a grand prize of AED 10,000 As summer heats up, so does the excitement at Mushrif Mall with its unique Slow Cycle Race. Over two thrilling weekends, from May 31st to June 2nd and June 7th to 9th, both expert cyclists and amateurs are ......read more
More than 40 various local & international sports events will take place during the upcoming month of June in different locations of Dubai, in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council and with distinctive participation of huge numbers of Emirati & expatriate athletes of various ages, multi-nationalities and different physical & technical levels. Top on the list of the international ......read more
77th career victory for Pogacar Slovenian dominates GC after 6 stage wins In an electrifying climax to an extraordinary edition of the Corsa Rosa, the eternal city of Rome witnessed a monumental achievement as Tadej Pogačar was crowned champion of the Giro d’Italia 2024. This victory marks a spectacular milestone, not only for the Pogacar but also for UAE Team Emirates, ......read more
Porsche has committed to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship for at least an additional four years beyond GEN3, extending their involvement to at least 2030 and aligning with the introduction of the GEN4 vehicles. The announcement comes ahead of the highly anticipated Shanghai E-Prix, marking Formula E's first return to China in almost five years and 10 years since its inaugural ......read more
The Emirates Legends Team for Men & the Golden Girls Team have qualified from the 3 × 3 Basketball Championship (Red Bull Half Court) to the World Championship Finals in New York (Street Ball), following exciting competitions, held in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council (DSC). Both qualifying teams will represent UAE in the World Championship Finals, to be held next ......read more
Dubai Sports Council (DSC) organized a workshop on the best practices for scouting & developing sports talents, where experts, technical staff & administrators from public & private academies in Dubai met to discuss the most important ideas & strategies to attract & develop talents in all sports games. The workshop was held at DSC’s premises, in the presence of H.E. ......read more
Slovenian gains again on direct rivals, Majka 10th The 17th stage of the Giro d'Italia saw the riders once again take on 5 categorised climbs and 4100 meters of total elevation spread over 159 km from Selva di Val Gardena to Passo del Brocon. A continuous up and down with cold and rain saw an initial breakaway of 10 riders caught at less than 60 km from the finish. Shortly ......read more
The Emirate of Dubai hosts the first TV Reality Program for the scouting of promising cricket talents. This TV Program is organized by the Y.S.C.E, which is owned by the cricket legend Yuvraj Singh, in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council (DSC) and S.S.F. Corporation. The Program's details were declared in a press conference, convened at DSC's premises, and addressed by the ......read more
UAE Team Emirates' rider prevails at Santa Cristina Valgardena Victory number five for Pogačar in his first participation in the Giro d’Italia. UAE Team Emirates’ captain prevailed in stage 16, Laas-Santa Cristina Valgardena, shortened to 118,7 km due to bad weather conditions. Pogačar preceded in the summit arrival Giulio Pellizzari (VF Group- ......read more
Misano, 19 May 2024 – The Maserati GT2, no. 1 with the LP Racing team, driven by Leonardo Gorini and Carlo Tamburini, took its second victory overall in the Fanatec GT2 European Series Powered by Pirelli, the second round of which has taken place at Misano World Circuit. The Italian pair, after their victory in the first 50-minute race, finished as runners-up in Race 2 and now lead ......read more
Dubai - May 20, 2024: Mr. Paul Lam Ting-kwok SJ, Secretary for Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region started his visit to the Middle East starting from Riyadh in Saudi Arabia with a 30-person delegation, comprising representatives from the Law Society of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Bar Association and related sectors, and began a two-day visit to the city to promote Hong Kong's ......read more
Slovenian puts time into rivals in Livigno Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates continued to leave their mark at the Giro D'Italia, taking home the queen stage of the race from Manerba del Garda to Livigno (222km). After tireless work in the valleys from his teammates, the Slovenian went clear on the penultimate first-category climb of the Passo di Foscagno, catching all the riders ......read more
More than 600 athletes took part in the unique run which was organized by Ski Dubai in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council Athletes from more than 70 nationalities took to the slopes including 160 Emirati Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 19 May 2024: The winners have been announced of the DXB Snow Run, which took place today at Ski Dubai in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council. The ......read more
Slovenian extends his advantage in the GC The second place of Tadej Pogačar in the ITT Castiglione delle Stiviere-Desenzano del Garda (31,2 km), 29" behind the winner Filippo Ganna (Ineos-Grenadiers) saw the Slovenian take important gains in the GC battle. Pogačar covered the course in 35'31" (average speed 52,708 km/h), putting in a very good performance that ......read more
Pogačar continues in pink Brandon McNulty took a big win on the Time Trial bike today, successfully defending his time-trial title in Charleston, USA on the 33.7km flat course. The Arizona native blitzed the course in a time of 37:42kmph with an average speed of a whopping 53.6kmph. McNulty : “I’m super happy to win another nationals. It was a big goal for me ......read more
DSC Chairman calls on UAE fans to focus on Hazza bin Zayed Stadium for two most important finals of the season DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, congratulated His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Al Wasl Sports Club, and Sheikh Rashid bin Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Al Nasr Sports ......read more
Council ties up with various international academies at annual agenda for coaching courses DUBAI: The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has further stepped up its efforts towards sustenance of the sporting grassroots by launching an initiative to qualify and develop the capabilities and potential of coaches working in sports academies operating in the UAE. The first step in this direction is ......read more
António Félix da Costa secures a historic third win at Tempelhof and earns the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E team its first victory on home turf. Da Costa defended early competition from the Jaguar TCS Racing machines, utilising strategic ATTACK MODE activations and propelling himself to victory after a late-braking manoeuvre. Leaving the German capital, Nick Cassidy of Jaguar TCS ......read more
Held under the patronage of H.E. Bandar Ibrahim Al Khorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, and in Strategic Partnership with MODON Strong global support following outstanding business outcomes doubled scale of event DUBAI – May 12, 2024: Building on the phenomenal success of its inaugural 2023 edition, the second Saudi Food Show - the largest global F&B ......read more
Slovenian conquers Prati di Tivo stage; Hirschi 2nd in Hungary In Prati di Tivo, Pogačar took his 3rd victory in the Giro, preceding in a restricted sprint of 11 riders Daniel Martinez (Bora-hansgrohe) and Ben O’Connor (Decathlon AG2R). Stage 8, with start from Spoleto, finished in the summit arrival of Prati di Tivo (14,7 km at 7%) after that the cyclists had covered ......read more
Amazing performance by the pink jersey; Ulissi is 2nd in the Tour of Hongrie The pink jersey of Tadej Pogačar is shining even brighter after the individual time trial of 40,6 km from Foligno to Perugia. The Slovenian rider won the stage thanks to an amazing performance on the final hill of the course (6,6 km at 4,1%) which allowed him to close the time split of 47” ......read more
12 various competitive & community sports events will take place during this weekend in different locations of Dubai, in collaboration with Dubai Sports Council (DSC). Top on the list of these events is “Dubai Open Summer Football Academies Tournament”, the biggest of its kind in the Middle East which continues up to 16th June 2024 at several stadiums in Dubai, with ......read more
Dubai, UAE, 9 May 2024: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) successfully concluded its participation in the 31st Arabian Travel Market (ATM), held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 6 to 9 May. This prominent exhibition serves as an essential platform for showing Dubai's renowned landmarks and tourist attractions. The event facilitated valuable exchanges of knowledge and ......read more
ATM’s independent panel of judges praised the Experience Abu Dhabi stand for its flowing design, innovative use of greenery and excellent visibility Other winners included AlUla, Bangkok, ExploreTECH, flydubai, Qiddiya Investment Company and Saudi Tourism Authority Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 8 May 2024: Experience Abu Dhabi secured the Best Stand Design Award (over 150m2) at ......read more
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT will become the new Safety Car for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, debuting in Berlin on May 11-12. The Turbo GT features enhanced power, range and faster charging, with the optional Weissach package enabling acceleration from 0-100km/h in 2.2 seconds and a top speed of 305 km/h, alongside an ATTACK MODE inspired by Formula E technology. Two Taycan ......read more
Inaugural Sanad Oasis Flag Football Cup accelerates the establishment of the a new Olympic sport in the UAE Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company supports flag football development through infrastructure, framework and partnerships Flag Football will make its first Olympic appearance in Los Angles 2028 Flag football is a fast-growing, non-contact variation of American football Abu ......read more
Leading global travel and tourism event will host 2,300 exhibitors from 165 countries in its largest edition to date, welcoming some 41,000 attendees Policymakers, industry leaders, and travel professionals will gather at the event to explore the theme ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship’ The four-day conference agenda of ATM 2024 through 9 ......read more
Dubai, UAE, 6 May 2024: Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Fiker Institute, an interdisciplinary think-tank which specialises in international relations, public policy and culture, have organised a research dialogue session 'Contemporary Art in the Gulf: Archives, Movements, & Exchanges' at Fiker Institute's Library in Alserkal Avenue. This is part of a series of ......read more
Solo victory at the top of Oropa climb for the Slovenian At 4,5 km to the finish line of stage 2 of the Giro d'Italia (161 km with start from San Francesco al Campo and summit arrival in Oropa) Tadej Pogačar started to build up his first victory in the race and the first Pink Jersey of his career. The Slovenian rider attacked from the head of the peloton (5 riders main breakaway of ......read more
His innovative endeavours accentuate the richness and variety of Arabic calligraphy Dubai, UAE, 5 May 2024: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially announced the nomination of artist and calligrapher Diaa Allam as a laureate for the 20th edition of the UNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture. This award honours individuals, groups, or ......read more