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His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and captain of the Royal Endurance Team, attended the veterinary inspection for the World Endurance Championship. Shaikh Nasser will helm the Royal Endurance Team in the upcoming championship, riding the horse Everest la Majorie. He will be joined by fellow jockeys His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa on Fizz Fageole, Jaafar Mirza on Bolt de Venelles, Othman Al Awadhi on Ermine Dartagnan, and Salman Isa on Elmer de Bozouls. Reserve jockeys include Sarhan Hameed on Be Goode and Hamad Isa on Deese la Majorie. The inspection took place at the championship village in Monpazier, France, in preparation for the 160 km race scheduled for Saturday, which will feature 145 jockeys from 39 countries. HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), along with HH Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice-President of the Supreme Council for Environment and Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC) High Committee, were also […]
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Tickets are now available for the most anticipated combat sports event of the year, as BRAVE Combat Federation returns to Bahrain on December 13, concluding a record-breaking year for the most global MMA organization in the world. Bahrain’s sporting crown jewel has been on a record-breaking spree in 2024 having set multiple world records. Founded under the vision of His Highness Shaikh Khaled bin Hamad Al Khalifa in 2016, the organization has brought a new era in MMA across the globe, highlighting how Bahrain has been leading the change in the sporting world. BRAVE Combat Federation is now the most hosted MMA organization globally having hosted events in 34 nations; a record unmatched by any other promotion. The organization also holds the record for being the most hosted MMA organization in Europe and is tied for the same record in Asia. Additionally, BRAVE CF stands out as the only international MMA organization to have hosted events in Africa, showcasing Bahrain’s vast influence in the sport. Throughout 2024, BRAVE CF has expanded its global reach by debuting in countries such as Mauritius, the Netherlands, China, and Bulgaria and the promotion will now return to Bahrain to host its biggest fight night […]
4 days ago
The Mahd Sports Academy has inaugurated the first educational school that integrates academic education with athletic training, offering students the opportunity to develop their skills and future careers in the sports sector. Located at the Olympic Complex in Riyadh, the school was opened in partnership with the Ministry of Education. Targeting intermediate school students, the academy aims to serve as an incubator for young sports talents, nurturing a generation of champion athletes in various disciplines. The school provides specialized resources to meet the needs of students, including a medical clinic, learning resources, a science hall, classrooms, educational supplies, and nutritious meals. These educational sports schools enable talented students to balance academic studies with athletic pursuits, focusing on academic performance, sports training, and nutrition. Students receive daily coaching and training from internationally skilled coaches and teachers, ensuring a comprehensive academic and athletic education.
5 days ago
The Bahrain national football team secured a 1-0 victory against Australia today at Robina Stadium in Gold Coast, during the first round of Group C in the third stage of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In the 89th minute, the Australian defender Harry Souttar mistakenly scored the only goal in the match, giving Bahrain 3 valuable points in a highly competitive and tense game. Bahrain will face Japan in their next Group C match, which also includes Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and China.
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The UAE opened their 2026 Fifa World Cup third round qualifying campaign with a stunning come-from-behind 3-1 win over Qatar in Doha on Thursday. Despite trailing 1-0 at half-time, the UAE scored three late goals in the second half to stun the two-time Asian champions. UAE will look to build on this win in Group A when they face Iran at Al Ain on Tuesday, with Qatar looking to bounce back in their against DPR Korea. The top two teams in the group will earn direct berths at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, while the third and fourth-placed teams will advance to a fourth round of Asian qualifiers. The UAE haven’t qualified for the World Cup since their maiden appearance at the global showpiece in 1990. On Thursday, the match got off to a scrappy start with both sides taking time to settle down at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. The first piece of attacking play came from Qatar in the 15th minute that needed a Khalifa Al Hammadi late interception to deny Akram Afif a tap-in. Afif then served teammate Jassem Gaber a sumptuous cross from the left, only for the latter to power his header over the bar from […]
6 days ago
Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, announced its plans to build a professional baseball field and ballpark in Dubai, the first such ballpark in the region. The new ballpark will be constructed within The Sevens sports and entertainment complex, located on Al-Ain Road (E66), just a short drive from downtown Dubai. Baseball United said the new ballpark will not only be the first in the UAE and GCC, but it will serve as the only professional baseball grounds across a more than 10,000 km stretch of territory ranging from Morocco in North Africa to India, Bangladesh, and several countries within Southwest Asia. Tentatively called Baseball United Ballpark with naming rights negotiations still underway, the new field will feature a dual fiber, synthetic turf playing surface. The turf will include an organic infill and geotextile fabric optimised to ensure performance in Dubai’s high temperatures. The LED lighting system will generate more than 15 million lumens across eight lighting towers and 94 total fixtures, including the most advanced BallTracker technology available. The ballpark’s moveable, modular seating configuration will enable space for up to 6,500 fans. It will include four different seating sections, including […]
7 days ago
Sharjah has announced plans for a new Sports City development in the Emirate. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the designs and location for the new Sports City in Sharjah. The city, which will be built at a site selected by the Sharjah Ruler, will feature four sports complexes catering to both team and individual sports. Sharjah Sports City The announcement was made by Ali bin Shaheen Al Suwaidi, member of the Executive Council and Head of The Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW), during a phone interview on the “Direct Line” programme, broadcast on local radio and television. Al Suwaidi explained that the Ruler of Sharjah personally sketched the design for the city, which includes a central square intersected by four main roads leading to the city. These roads are: At the centre of this main square will be the “Sports City Stadium.” Al Suwaidi noted that the stadium is the “first nucleus” and phase one of the Sports City project. It has been designed as an architectural icon, embodying the concept of a bird soaring over sand dunes. The structure consists of two parts: the platform and grandstand, which […]
1 week ago
Bahrain’s national junior handball team will depart to Jordan today for the 10th Asian Men’s Youth Handball Championship. The tournament will start on Tuesday and run until mid-September, serving as a key qualifier for the 2025 World Youth Championship in Slovenia. The team is led by manager Mohammed Al-Shuweikh, with head coach Raed Al-Marzouq at the helm. The coaching staff also includes assistant coach Ahmed Tarada, goalkeeping coach Makram Al-Messawi, technical analyst Qasim Mohammed, and physiotherapist Kareem Hassan, all of whom have played crucial roles in preparing the team for this competition. The final roster of 18 players represents some of the best junior talent in Bahraini handball. The squad includes Mohammed Jafar, Ali Abdullah, Fadel Abbas, Wadi Helal (Al-Deir Club), Salman Hameed, Mahmood Jaleel, Haidar Mohammed, Qasim Mohammed (Barbar Club), Abu Zar Jafar, Ahmed Eid, Abbas Hussain, Ali Sami (Samaheej Club), Ali Fayed, Mohammed Haitham (Al-Ettifaq Club), Mohammed Tarada, Mahdi Jafar (Al-Ahli Club), Mohammed Shamlouh, and Sayed Ahmed Al-Falahi (Tublat Club). The team’s performance in Amman will be watched closely as they aim to secure their place in the 2025 World Youth Championship.
2 weeks ago
The National Center for Wildlife has announced that the hunting season in Saudi Arabia will begin on September 1, 2024, and run until January 31, 2025. This decision follows a comprehensive review of hunting practices aimed at ensuring sustainable resource use while preserving biodiversity and environmental balance. The center has worked with hunting experts and conducted extensive research, incorporating insights from international best practices and previous hunting seasons. The season will be limited to specific species permitted for hunting, with detailed information available on the center’s website and the Fitri platform. Participants must possess a licensed hunting rifle and obtain a hunting permit through the Fitri platform. The center emphasized that hunting endangered wildlife is strictly prohibited, and hunting is not allowed in restricted areas such as urban areas, villages, farms, population centers, near military, industrial, and vital facilities, within reserves and major projects, and along coastal areas up to 20 kilometers inland. Permissible hunting methods are outlined to ensure responsible practices, prohibiting the use of shotguns, hunting nets, and unauthorized techniques like attraction and calling devices. The center urges compliance with environmental laws and hunting regulations, warning that violations will result in penalties. The Ministry of Interior, in cooperation […]
2 weeks ago
The seventh edition of the Nasser bin Hamad Marine Heritage Season will kick off today with the Open Water Swimming Competition (Mawrooth Swimmer). This new open water competition is part of the seventh edition of the season and is open to participants aged between 30 and 60 years. The first race is set for the 30 to 45 age group, covering a distance of 1,000 metres, while the second race, covering 800 metres, is designated for the 46 to 60 age group. The race will take place in the marine area between Manama and Muharraq, opposite the Bahrain National Museum, with around 40 participants competing in both categories. The organising committee for the open water swimming competition has finalised the necessary arrangements for the event, holding meetings with the participants and other relevant entities to finalise the rules, regulations, and safety procedures. The Nasser bin Hamad Marine Heritage Season is one of the most prominent competitions organised by the Bahrain Inherited Traditional Sports Committee (Mawrooth). It includes multiple competitions held over three months, aiming to revive Bahrain’s marine heritage, which has long been renowned and established the Kingdom as an important regional centre for pearl diving. In addition to open […]
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