DUBAI: Team UAE was felicitated in a glittering ceremony on Saturday following their historic victory at the 2025 FIRST Global Challenge held in Panama City from 28th October to 1st November 2025. The students brought home the Gold Medal, competing against teams from 193 countries marking a proud moment for the nation and reaffirming the UAE’s commitment to nurturing scientific …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Aaron Rai claimed his second Rolex Series crown at the 2025 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship after beating Tommy Fleetwood in a dramatic play-off on Sunday. The Englishman started the day with a one-shot lead but soon found himself two shots back following a fast start from playing partner Fleetwood. But a run of four successive …

Sport Desk ABU DHABI: Race to Dubai leader Rory McIlroy is determined to break his duck at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship – celebrating its 20th edition this week – as he looks to add the Falcon Trophy to his stunning collection of UAE titles. Seven of McIlroy’s 20 DP World Tour victories have come in the UAE, with four …

ASICS, the global performance and innovation brand, in partnership with the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA), has announced the winners of the ASICS Innovation Pitch, a pioneering initiative designed to accelerate the future of sports innovation and digital transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Following the final showcase held on October 30, 2025, in Riyadh, AmplifAI Health was …

Sport Desk FUJAIRAH: The Jordan national tennis team claimed victory at the first-ever Fujairah Nation Cup Tournament, organized by the Tennis & Country Club Fujairah in collaboration with the UAE Tennis Federation. Jordan secured the championship title after an exhilarating final against Qatar, while Iran finished in third place. The winners were crowned by Abdul Ghafoor Behroozian, Chairman of the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: As part of its long-standing commitment to promoting employee health and wellbeing, the Emirates Group has kicked off the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) with over 21,000 employees already signed up and more joining daily to be a part of the citywide 30×30 initiative. This year, employees* who register for The Dubai Fitness Challenge and complete the …

Sport Desk DUBAI: In a powerful continuation of their shared vision for inclusion and innovation, the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) partnered with Huawei during this year’s Dubai Ride, uniting technology and sport to celebrate empowerment through movement. The collaboration saw Paralympic athletes from the Dubai Club for People of Determination join thousands of riders along Sheikh Zayed Road, testing the …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: Repton Abu Dhabi was delighted to welcome His Royal Highness Sheikh Ahmed Bin Hamdan Bin Mohamed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation, on Friday, 24th October 2025, for the launch of the SailGP Mubadala Schools Programme, an international initiative designed to introduce students to the science, innovation, and sustainability behind modern …

News Desk FUJAIRAH: The excitement is palpable as the National Cup 2025 officially commences at the Fujairah Club, bringing together top players and teams from across the GCC region in a remarkable celebration of talent, teamwork, and regional unity. Inaugurating the prestigious event, Ms. Hania Reggi, General Manager, expressed her pride and enthusiasm in welcoming all participating nations to Fujairah: …

Sport Desk FUJAIRAH: Hosted at the Tennis & Country Club Fujairah, concluded after ten days of exciting competition and remarkable performances across the Boys and Girls Under 16 and Under 18 categories. From October 17 to 26, the courts in Fujairah came alive with intense rallies, skillful play, and the spirit of true sportsmanship as young athletes from around the …