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QOC signs MoU with Ministry of Public Health

Doha, 6 May 2023 - The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health , with purpose of bettering society’s physical activity and turning people’s lifestyle to be more healthier. H.E the QOC Secretary General, Jassim bin Rashid Al Buenain

04 May

Director of Youth Affairs: Qatar's National Youth Policy Will Achieve Significant Gains

Doha, 4 May 2023 - Director of Youth Affairs at the Ministry of Culture and Sports Maha Al Rumaihi praised the esteemed decision made by cabinet to approve Qatar's National Youth Policy during its meeting that will achieve significant gains towards a promising future for youth.In an exclusive statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Al Rumaihi

04 May

FIFA: Doha to Host Coaches Forum to Analyze FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Technical Insights

Zurich, 4 May 2023 - The FIFA announced today that Doha will host the Coaches Forum which will be held on May 8-9, 2023.A statement on its website said: "The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is due to take center stage in Doha again on 8 and 9 May 2023 in the Coaches Forum, to which the head coaches and technical directors of the 32 participating m

03 May

Qatari Archers Return Home Crowned With 20 Medals at 12th Arab Archery Championship

Doha, 3 May 2023 - Qatari archers arrived Wednesday in Doha after they finished second in the overall ranking of the 12th Arab Archery Championship in Tunisia's Djerba with 20 colored medals (5 gold and 15 bronze). They were welcomed at Hamad International Airport by Director of Al Ramii Sport Club Ahmed Al Kuwari. Assistant Secretary of t

02 May

Qatar's Faleh Al Nasr elected ECAHO member

London, 2 May 2023 - Faleh Mohammed Al Nasr was elected as a member of the Executive Committee of the European Conference of Arab Horse Organizations (ECAHO) during the organization's General Assembly held in London. Al Nasr occupies the position of Vice-Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival, whi

02 May

2023 World Judo Championships Organizing Committee Announces Tournament Details

Doha, 2 May 2023- The Organizing Committee of the 2023 World Judo Championships announced Tuesday the details of the championships to be held at the Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena in Doha, Qatar, from 7 to 14 May 2023. The event will bring together top-ranking world champions from 99 countries.This came in a press conference attended by Pres

02 May

Qatar Press Center Organizes "Qatar World Cup 2022... Idea, Legacy, Sustainability" Seminar

Doha, 2 May 2023 - Qatar Press Center organized a seminar titled: "Qatar World Cup 2022... Idea, Legacy and Sustainability," in cooperation with Qatar Media Corporation. The event addressed several topics concerning the journey of Qatar's hosting of the World Cup 2022, which was held for the first time in the Middle East and Arab world. Th

01 May

Qatar’s Abdurrahman wins gold in Tashkent

Tashkent, 1 May 2023 - Qatar’s Abdurrahman Muhammad celebrates with a team official after winning 400m hurdles gold at the Asian Youth U18 Asian Championship in Tashkent, Uzbekistan yesterday. Muhammad clocked his personal best of 50.91 seconds to win the race.

01 May

‘I knew Qatar would make history and wanted to be part of it’

Doha, 1 May 2023 - As the Hayya Experience Director, Aisha Al Naama played an important role in helping fans make memories that will last a lifetime during Qatar 2022. The Hayya Card provided a gateway to Qatar during the FIFA World Cup™, acting as an entry permit to the country while providing access to stadiums and free public transport.

30 Apr

Asia Rugby Men's Championship Kicks Off Today

Doha, 30 April 2023 - The Asia Rugby Men's Championship, organized by the Qatar Rugby and Hockey Committee at the warm-up track in Aspire, will last until May 6, with the participation of 3 teams: Qatar, India and Kazakhstan.The tournament kicks off today with a match between Qatar and India, followed by a second match on Tuesday between Ind

30 Apr

Qatar Athletes Win Title of West Asia Athletics Championships for Men and Women

Doha, 30 April 2023 - The Qatar athletics team won first place and the title of the West Asia Athletics Championships for men and women (Qatar 2023), by reaching a total of 28 colored medals by the end of the tournament, which kicked off on April 26, and concluded on the field and track of Suheim Bin Hamad Stadium, Qatar Sports Club, with th

30 Apr

Al Attiyah Leads FIA World Rally-Raid Championship After Wining Sonora Rally

Hermosillo/ Mexico, 28 April 2023 - Qatar's Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah won the Sonora Rally in the northern Mexico, as the Qatari ace driver regained the lead in the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). Partnering his French co-driver Mathieu Baumel, it was Al Attiyah's second win of the year for Toyota Gazoo Racing after the Dakar Rally.

30 Apr

Al-Buenain: We are proud that Qatar will host the FIBA Basketball World Cup

Doha, 30 April 2023 - H.E. Jassim bin Rashid Al-Buenain, Secretary General of the Qatar Olympic Committee and President of Qatar 2027 stressed that winning the rights to host the FIBA Basketball World Cup – Doha 2027 adds to Qatar's ongoing accomplishments across all fields, expressing his pride in hosting the championship in the regi

28 Apr

Qatar to Host FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2027

Manila, 28 April 2023 - The International Basketball Federation (FIBA), during its meeting which was held Friday in Manila of Philippines, announced that the State of Qatar has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup.The FIBA's Central Board had announced its decision after evaluating the files submitted by the

27 Apr

Barshim opens season with gold, Bashayer shines in triple jump

Doha, 27 April 2023 - Qatar’s high jumper Mutaz Barshim opened his season by winning gold medal in the West Asia Athletics Championship at Suheim Bin Hamad Stadium. On the opening day of the championship, reigning Olympic champion Barshim comfortably clinched the gold with a jump of 2.20m. Oman’s Fatiq Abdul Ghafoor (2.05m) secured s

26 Apr

Police claim title of Qatar Volleyball Cup

Doha, 26 April 2023- Police team claimed the title of Qatar Volleyball Cup for 2022/2023 season for the first time in their history after 3-0 win (25 - 23, 25 -19, 26 - 24) over Qatar SC in the final match at Qatar Volleyball Association's hall. The Police team won the championship cup, gold medals, and a cash prize of QR 250,000, while th

26 Apr

West Asia Athletics Championship to Kick off today

Doha, 26 April 2023- The fourth edition of the West Asia Athletics Championship for men and women (Qatar 2023) will kick off today, with the participation of athletes from 12 countries. The participating countries are the hosts Qatar along with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the Sultanate of Oman, Bahrain, the UAE, Iraq, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine, Ye

26 Apr

Al Arabi thump Al Sailiya 7-1 to set up Amir Cup final with Al Sadd

Doha, 26 April 2023 - Youssef Msakni scored a hat-trick as Al Arabi displayed a ruthless performance to thrash Al Sailiya 7-1 and set up mouthwatering Amir Cup final with Al Sadd on May 12. After 18-time champions Al Sadd outclassed Al Shahania 5-1, it was another one-sided semi-final as the Dream Team, who has won the prestigious title eight ti