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Three Qataris make working committees of Asian Volleyball Confederation

Doha, 10 November 2020 - The Asian Volleyball Confederation added three Qatari members to the federation’s working committees, following the 43rd meeting of the confederation’s Board of Directors, which was held on Monday via video-conferencing in the presence of Ali bin Ghanem Al Kuwari, President of the Qatari and West Asian Fe

09 Nov

The QMMF conclude fourth round of the Qatar National Sprint Championship

Doha, 9 November 2020 - One of Qatar's top racing drivers, Abdullah Al Khelaifi clinched the honours in the Open Class 1 category in the fourth round of the Qatar National Sprint Championship. The hugely popular one-day event was organised by the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) in the parking area of Losail International

09 Nov

Al Arabi win Qatar Handball League 2020

Doha, 9 November 2020 - Al-Arabi is the champion of Qatar handball League for the 2019-2020 handball season for the second time in its history by beating Al-Wakra 31-29 in the final of the best match in the tournament, and Al-Arabi had won his first title in the 1983 season to return after an exceptional season due to the Coronavirus and ev

08 Nov

Sheikh Joaan crowns Egypt's Ali Farag Champion of Qatar Classic 2020

Doha, 8 November 2020 - HE Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) President Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani crowned Egypt's World No.1 Ali Farag, champion of Qatar Classic 2020, after his 3-1 victory over New Zealand's World No.5 Paul Coll in the final match. The Egyptian player defeated New Zealander 11/8, 6/11, 11/9, and 11/9 in the 61-minute game

08 Nov

Inspirational talks mark 6th Edition of Aspire Academy Global Summit 2020

Doha, 8 November 2020 - The 6th Edition of Aspire Academy Global Summit Football Performance and Science 2020 held virtually on November 5 was applauded by all participants as a resounding success topped off by inspirational talks from outstanding diverse speakers.In attendance were about 200 invited Aspire Fellows Community members from 50

05 Nov

Monroe powers Al Arabi to Amir Cup victory over Sadd

Doha, 5 November 2020 - Sammy Monroe scored a match-high 31 points as Al Arabi quelled the challenge of Al Sadd to win the Amir Cup for the second time at the Al Gharafa Indoor Hall.Al Arabi, who first won the title in 2018, beat Al Sadd 87-78 yesterday after acing all quarters and leading for more than 34 minutes in the match.Monroe, who wa

04 Nov

Elias upstages Tamimi in Qatar Classic

Doha, 4 November 2020 - World No. 7 Diego Elias of Peru ended home hopes at the 2020 Qatar Classic, PSA World Tour Platinum event, on Tuesday preaviling over Qatar’s squash ace Abdulla Al Tamimi at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex. Elias had never beaten Al Tamimi in three attempts prior to this match but came through

04 Nov

Details of Qatar 2022 cultural experience presented to Qatar University students

Doha, 4 November 2020 - Students from Qatar University learned about the cultural offering fans can expect from the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 during a recent online lecture.“The cultural experience is crucial to successfully hosting an event like Qatar 2022,” said Al Jaidah. “We have identified the culture component as one

03 Nov

Cazorla and Xavi scoop QNB Stars League monthly awards

Doha, 3 November 2020 - Al Sadd’s Santi Cazorla and Xavi Hernandez were named QNB Stars League’s best player and coach for the months of September and October 2020. For Arsenal midfielder Cazorla, who joined the Sadd ranks this season, scored four goals and gave as many assists, according to STATS, the official statistics an

03 Nov

Sheikh Joaan attends IOC Commission for Public Affairs and Social Development through Sport meeting

Doha, 3 November 2020 - The QOC President HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani attended the 3rd meeting of the IOC Commission for Public Affairs and Social Development through Sport which was held today via video conference. The meeting was attended by the IOC President Dr Thomas Bach & members. During the meeting, the members discussed t

03 Nov

QFA President receives US Chargé d'Affaires Ambassador

Doha, 3 November 2020 - H.E. Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani, President of the Qatar Football Association (QFA), received in his office H E Greta C Holtz, Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador of the United States of America, and her accompanying delegation. The reception was attended Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Mohannadi, Vice Preside

03 Nov

Qatar 2022 organisers discuss green hospitality during inaugural Focus Day event

Doha, 3 November 2020 - The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) participated in the first Focus Day held in collaboration with the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 LLC (Q22) and Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC) as part of the 2020 Qatar Sustainability Week. Entitled ‘Green Hospitality for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™’, t

02 Nov

Sanchez names Qatar squad for Nov friendlies

Doha, 2 November 2020 - Qatar coach Felix Sanchez on Saturday announced a squad of 27 players ahead of the two international friendlies against Costa Rica and Korea Republic on Nov. 13 and 17.The national teams training for the current gathering will start on Sunday until the return date from Austria on Nov. 18, after which the players will

02 Nov

Al Tamimi holds off Rooney in exciting start

Doha, 2 November 2020 - Home favourite Abdulla Mohd Al Tamimi earned his place in the last 32 of the 2020 Qatar Classic after edging an exciting five-game battle with England’s Patrick Rooney on the opening day of Qatar Classic Squash 2020 at the Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex on Sunday.Al Tamimi is the highest ranke

02 Nov

Qatar Stars League’s Club Licensing Committee meeting

Doha, 2 November 2020 - The Club Licensing Committee of Qatar Stars League met on Monday, 19th October, 2020, to consider applications from member clubs for AFC Club Licences. Clubs were assessed in the areas of sporting, infrastructure, personnel, legal, financial and business criteria. After reviewing the summary of submissions, the Club

01 Nov

Amir Cup: Al-Sadd defeat Al-Duhail 4-1 to reach the final

Doha, 1 November 2020 - Al-Sadd reached the final of the 2020 Amir Cup after a 4-1 win over Al-Duhail, in the semifinal clash which was played at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium on Saturday. Al-Duhail opened the scoring in the 10th minute through Edmilson, before Al-Sadd responded with four goals in the second half, scored by Khoukhi Boual

01 Nov

PSA Qatar Classic 2020 begins today

Doha, 1 November 2020 - The 2020 Qatar Classic starts today at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex with 16 matches on the cards as all the top-seeded players have been given a bye into the next round. Tournament's defending champion and second-seed Ali Farag will start the prestigious tournament as the World No.1, and he wil

01 Nov

Sheikh Joaan crowns winners of QOC Padel Tournament

Doha, 1 November 2020 - HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, the President of Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) attended the closing scene of the second edition of the QOC Padel Tournament , which concluded at Al Sadd Sports Club on Saturday. HE Jassim bin Rashid Al Boenin, the QOC Secretary General and senior QOC officials also a