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The NBA Abu Dhabi Games are set to dazzle UAE’s basketball fans on Oct 6 and 8

Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, DG for Tourism, DCT – Abu Dhabi, tells Gulf Business about the upcoming NBA matches in the emirate, the tourism authority’s partnership with NBA and Abu Dhabi’s role as a global sporting hub

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Inaugural match at Qatar’s Lusail Stadium draws thousands of fans, venue to host World Cup Final

The stadium is set in the smart city of Lusail, which is considered Qatar’s largest sustainable real estate development

On fast track with Saudi Arabia’s first professional female racing driver

On the fast track with Saudi Arabia’s first professional female racing driver

Saudi Arabia’s first professional female racing driver and founder of Theeba motorsport, Reema Juffali, tells us about her journey, memorable wins and her ultimate goal– 24 hours of Le Mans

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Saudi Aramco, Formula Motorsport partner to introduce sustainable fuels

By 2026, all FIA Championships will be required to power their cars with 100 per cent sustainable fuels

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Abu Dhabi Sports Council announces coach programme for 12 different sports

The course is open for both physical education teachers in government schools and private academies, and includes football, volleyball, basketball, water sports, cycling, athletics, archery and judo

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Emirates Islamic offers Visa cardholders a chance to watch FIFA World Cup live

Customers stand a chance to win an all-expense paid trip for two to the final, semi-finals, quarter-final and opening matches

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Qatar Tourism launches new holiday campaign featuring David Beckham

The campaign reveals Beckham’s adventures around the country over the course of 48 hours

Palm Sports wins government contract for Dhs306m

IHC subsidiary Palm Sports renews government service agreement valued at Dhs306m

Palms Sports, which provides combat sports and jiu-jitsu training, has been awarded Dhs711 million in contracts so far this year

Tesla shares give up gains on renewed prospect of Musk buying Twitter

Musk tweets he’s buying ManU in thread joking about politics

Manchester United won its last Premier League title under legendary coach Alex Ferguson in the 2012-13 season

Showcasing Abu Dhabi as a prime global sporting and entertainment hub

Interview: How Flash Entertainment is showcasing Abu Dhabi as a global sporting and entertainment hub

John Lickrish, CEO of flash entertainment, tells us how the company continues to play a big role in Abu Dhabi’s recent foray into the fast-paced world of esports

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Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur becomes first Arab, African woman to enter Grand Slam final

Jabeur beat Germany’s Tatjana Maria on Centre Court on Thursday to qualify for her first Wimbledon final

Qatar

Football World Cup to add up to $17bn to Qatari economy

The Gulf country is set to attract 1.2 million visitors, within its earlier estimated range of between 1 million and 1.5 million

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New York, Miami among cities hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup matches

The US last hosted the World Cup in 1994, an event that gave rise to Major League Soccer

Qatar

Qatar world cup shuttle flights set to buoy Gulf tourism

The shuttle service will initially connect Doha with Dubai, Muscat, Riyadh, Jeddah and Kuwait City

Chelsea

UK approves sale of Chelsea FC to US investor Todd Boehly

Boehly’s winning bid is backed by California-based private equity firm Clearlake Capital

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Celebrities from India and the UAE participate in charity match in Dubai

The Mumbai-based All Stars Football Club played against Emirates United at the Shabab Al Ahli Stadium in Mamzar earlier this month

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Hayya Card mandatory for all visitors to Qatar during the 2022 FIFA World Cup

At the moment, the card is only being issued to those who have a ticket for the tournament

FIFA launches free global streaming service

A total of over 40,000 matches will be broadcasted on the platform in 2022

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Sporting tours with Eric Cantona are offered by this Abu Dhabi startup

Looking FC offers four-day journeys designed by Cantona that take visitors on a sporting pilgrimage to discover worldwide football locations

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Paul Casey returns to defend his title at this month’s Dubai Desert Classic

The Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic has now been elevated to a Rolex Series event. The English golfer is going for the jugular

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Sole acquires stake in UAE basketball league Ball Above All

The league will be rebranded as Sole Ball Above All

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Abu Dhabi signs multi-year agreement to host NBA games starting 2022

The partnership also involves opening Jr. NBA Leagues for boys and girls at schools across the UAE

Saudi wealth fund PIF leads acquisition of Newcastle United after Premier League approval

Yasir Al-Rumayyan, governor of the Public Investment Fund, will serve as non-executive chairman of Newcastle United

PUBG Mobile MENA and Anghami team up to bring music rewards to players

PUBG Mobile players will have the chance to redeem special music prizes and enjoy exclusive Anghami playlists from September 30-October 7

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Expo 2020 Dubai is Manchester City’s new training kit partner

Manchester City will also host daily football sessions at the Expo site, led by dedicated City coaching staff

Iker Casillas Goalkeeper Training Centre

Spain’s Iker Casillas to open goalkeeper training centre in Dubai

Fursan Hispania will scout for the best goalkeeping talent from the region, and recommend them for a full-boarding programme at the Iker Casillas Academy in Madrid

Dubai-based Geekay Group signs MENA’s League of Legends team

Team Geekay Esports set to become the region’s first league of legends team to reach the global stage

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Sharjah Media City to partner with UAE-based Calyx to organise esports tournaments

Calyx has planned a multi-tournament cycle set to take place over the next six months

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Strike Arabia Championship, region’s first Valorant competition launched

The competition will see local teams qualify for Europe’s last chance qualifier mega event

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Global Esports Federation welcomes UAE as 100th member

Emirates Esports is committed to advancing the GEF’s values of equality, fair play, diversity, inclusion, and innovation