Team Qatar Triumphs Over Saudi Arabia in West Asian Beach Volleyball Championship

Muscat, Oman — The Qatari men’s national beach volleyball team continued their impressive run at the 4th West Asian Beach Volleyball Championship, defeating Saudi Arabia in straight sets on Monday during the preliminary round of the tournament, currently taking place in Muscat and running until October 23.The Qatari duo of Mahmoud Essam and Saif Abdulmajeed showcased exceptional form against the Saudi pair Seraj Al Omari and Ahmed Mahfouz, securing a commanding 2–0 victory with set scores of 21–13 and 21–9.In the women’s competition, Qatar’s Haya Abu Issa and Laila Mohammed faced a challenging contest against Lebanon’s Lara Al Nahi and Mirna Sheikho, ultimately falling 0–2 with scores of 14–21 and 11–21.Building on their recent success at the Newport Beach Tour in the United States as part of the Elite 16 World Tour, the Qatari team aims to maintain their winning momentum in the upcoming stages of the championship and further strengthen their international standing.The team’s participation in the West Asian Championship aligns with the Qatar Volleyball Federation’s comprehensive preparation plan for the 2025 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championship, set to be held in Australia from November 14 to 23, featuring 48 of the world’s top teams.Qatar’s beach volleyball program has a rich history of international success, highlighted by a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and a fourth-place finish at the Paris 2024 Games, solidifying its position among the sport’s global elite. 

Team Qatar beach volleyball duo begin their campaign at Asian Youth Games with first victory

Manama: Team Qatar’s beach volleyball duo Ahmed Ziad and Moussa Al Khair clinched their first victory today, defeating the Maldives 2–1 in the opening round of the beach volleyball competition at the 3rd Asian Youth Games, hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain. The tournament will officially open on Wednesday and run until October 31.Despite dropping the first set 19–21, the Qatari pair rebounded strongly, dominating the second set 21–9 before sealing the match with a decisive 15–8 win in the third. The result gave Qatar its first two points in Group B, which also includes Bahrain, Thailand, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka, while Group A features Iran, China, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Mongolia.Team Qatar will play Thailand tomorrow in their second match before facing Sri Lanka later the same day.In the indoor volleyball competition, Qatar’s youth team will also meet Iran tomorrow in their second game, after losing 1–3 to China in the opener. The matchup against Iran, one of the top contenders for the gold medal, is expected to be highly challenging.Qatar’s volleyball squad includes Ahmed Taleb, Dhahmi Al-Ruwaili, Ghanem Al-Basti, Khalid Abdullah, Tamim Al-Awad, Hamad Ibrahim, Mazen Belroussi, Abdullah Al-Sheiba, Omar Awamleh, Bader Al-Zanari, Abdulrahman Ali, and Nawaf Al-Shammari.The Qatari women’s volleyball team will also play their second match tomorrow against Bahrain, after falling to Iran 0–3 in their opener.Elsewhere, Team Qatar’s golf delegation arrived in Bahrain today to participate in the Games, represented by players Kamil Bin Roqia and Daniel Sokolov. Golf competitions are scheduled to begin on Thursday and continue for three days.The 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain feature 26 sports, bringing together more than 5,000 athletes from 45 Asian National Olympic Committees, making this edition the largest in the event’s history. The Games also serve as a qualifier for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.Qatar is represented by 67 male and female athletes competing in 16 sports, including athletics, badminton, 3x3 basketball, equestrian (show jumping), golf, judo, jiu-jitsu, cycling, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, triathlon, wrestling, volleyball, beach volleyball, and boxing. Female athletes will compete in four sports: athletics, badminton, volleyball, and beach volleyball.Qatar’s teams aim to deliver strong performances and achieve podium finishes across several disciplines. This participation also aligns with Qatar’s long-term preparation plan for the Doha 2030 Asian Games.Qatar won two silver medals in athletics at the inaugural Singapore 2009 Asian Youth Games and three medals (one gold, two silver) at the Nanjing 2013 edition, including a gold medal in handball and two silvers in shooting. 

Main Draw of FIP Asia Padel Cup 2025 to begin on Monday

Doha: The main draw of the inaugural FIP Asia Padel Cup Qatar 2025 will begin tomorrow, Monday, at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, with 17 nations competing in the men’s category and 14 in the women’s. The tournament runs until October 24, marking the first-ever continental edition of the event organized by the Qatar Tennis, Squash, Padel, and Badminton Federation.The three-day qualifying stage concluded today, Sunday, paving the way for the start of the decisive main rounds.Based on its international ranking, Team Qatar received direct qualification to the main draw without taking part in the qualifiers. The Qatari men’s team will open its campaign tomorrow against Kuwait in Group B, while Australia will face Pakistan in the same group.The official draw, held this evening, placed eight teams into two groups: Group A includes the UAE, Lebanon, Jordan, and Iran, while Group B features Qatar, Kuwait, Australia, and Pakistan. In the women’s competition, Iran will meet the UAE, and Saudi Arabia will face Japan in Group A, while Australia takes on Indonesia, and the Philippines meets Thailand in Group B.The final day of the men’s qualifiers saw Kuwait defeat Indonesia 2–1 in Group A, Pakistan beat Thailand 3–0 in Group B, Jordan overcome South Korea 3–0 in Group C, and Japan triumph over the Philippines 3–0 in Group D. In the women’s qualifiers, Thailand beat Lebanon 2–1 in Group A, Kuwait defeated Bahrain 3–0 in Group B, the UAE overcame Saudi Arabia 2–1 in Group C, and China blanked Pakistan 3–0 in Group D.Ahmed Butti, Public Relations Manager at the Qatar Padel Federation, praised the tournament’s impressive organization, describing it as a “historic success for the first Asian edition.” He commended the high technical level displayed by the participating teams and highlighted the rapid growth of padel across Asia and the Arab world.Butti emphasized that the Federation was eager to host the inaugural edition of the Asian Championship, leveraging Qatar’s world-class facilities and the Khalifa International Complex’s readiness, where dedicated men’s and women’s padel courts were specifically prepared for the event.He also invited fans to attend the matches and enjoy the high-level competition, noting that the organizing committee has ensured flawless preparation and a professional environment that allows athletes to deliver their best performances throughout the championship. 

Team Qatar golfer Sokolov clinches title of Egypt Open

Cairo: The Qatar National Golf Team has added a new chapter to its record of success, with Daniil Sokolov claiming victory at the Egypt Open Golf Championship, a tournament sanctioned by the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) and part of the Arab Golf Federation Series. The championship concluded last Saturday in Cairo.Displaying exceptional form and composure, Sokolov dominated the three-round event, finishing nine-under par (-9) to secure the title ahead of a strong field of top Arab and international golfers. His steady performance and mental resilience throughout the competition earned him a thoroughly deserved triumph and the winner’s trophy.Qatar’s Saleh al-Kaabi also delivered a commendable performance, finishing fourth at +1, reinforcing Qatar’s strong representation and contributing to the country’s continued lead in the Arab Golf Federation rankings.This achievement underscores the Qatar Golf Association’s unwavering commitment to nurturing elite athletes through comprehensive training programs that focus on technical precision, physical conditioning, and mental preparation — key factors in competing successfully on both regional and international stages.Sokolov’s victory was defined by sharp course strategy, precise shot-making, and remarkable consistency in navigating challenging fairways and greens. Meanwhile, al-Kaabi’s poise and experience under competitive pressure further demonstrated Qatar’s depth of golfing talent.With this impressive result, Qatar continues to solidify its standing as a powerhouse in Arab golf, driven by the visionary leadership of the Qatar Golf Association and its dedication to developing homegrown players capable of excelling at the highest levels of the sport. 

Team Qatar defeat Oman in West Asia Beach Volleyball Tour

Muscat: Team Qatar claimed a straight-sets victory over Oman today in the preliminary round of the 4th West Asia Beach Volleyball Tour for men and women, currently taking place in the Omani capital, Muscat, and continuing until October 23.The Qatari men’s duo, Mahmoud Essam and Saif Al-Majid, delivered an impressive performance to defeat the home team 2–0, winning both sets convincingly 21–7 and 21–8.In the women’s competition, Qatar’s team, represented by Haya Abu Issa and Leila Mohammed, also triumphed over Oman’s pair, Al-Shaimaa and Furat, in straight sets 21–17 and 21–6 after a composed and dominant display.The Qatari teams aim to maintain their strong form and achieve top results in the upcoming rounds, building on their recent international success — most notably their title win at the Newport Beach Elite16 Tour in the United States, part of the FIVB Beach Pro Tour Elite 16 series.These participations are part of the Qatar Volleyball Association’s strategic preparation plan for the 2025 Beach Volleyball World Championships, to be held in Adelaide, Australia, from November 14 to 23, featuring 48 of the world’s best national teams.Team Qatar continues to strengthen its record of international and Olympic achievements, highlighted by the historic bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and a fourth-place finish at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. 

Team Qatar fall to China at Asian Youth Games

Manama: Team Qatar’s youth volleyball squad opened its campaign at the 3rd Asian Youth Games Bahrain 2025 with a 3–1 loss to China in their Group B encounter on Saturday. The match marked the start of Qatar’s participation in the tournament, which officially opens on October 22 and runs until October 31, featuring Asia’s top young athletes competing across 26 sports.China took the first set 25–17, but Qatar responded strongly to win the second 25–20. However, the Chinese side regained control to close out the match 25–22 and 25–16. Despite the defeat, Team Qatar showed solid teamwork and resilience against one of the tournament’s strongest contenders. The team will next face Iran in its second group-stage match on Tuesday.The men’s volleyball competition features 11 teams divided into four groups. Group A includes Bahrain, Pakistan, and Mongolia; Group B brings together Qatar, Iran, and China; Group C features Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia; while Group D includes Chinese Taipei, Thailand, and Indonesia.Meanwhile, beach volleyball action is set to begin tomorrow, with Qatar’s men’s duo Ahmed Ziyad and Moussa Al-Khair facing the Maldives, while the women’s pair Celine Mahmoud and Sewar Al-Asal will play against Kazakhstan.The Asian Youth Games, hosted by Bahrain for the first time, bring together over 5,000 athletes from 45 National Olympic Committees competing across 253 events. The Games also serve as a qualifier for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal.Qatar’s 67-athlete delegation is competing in 16 sports, including athletics, badminton, 3x3 basketball, equestrian, golf, judo, jiu-jitsu, cycling, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, triathlon, wrestling, volleyball, beach volleyball, and boxing. Female athletes are representing Qatar in four of these disciplines: athletics, badminton, volleyball, and beach volleyball.Qatari teams aim to deliver strong performances and build on the nation’s proud record in previous editions. Qatar earned two silver medals in athletics at the inaugural Singapore 2009 Asian Youth Games, and three medals (one gold in handball and two silvers in shooting) at the Nanjing 2013 edition. The participation in Bahrain marks another important step in preparing young Qatari athletes for the Doha 2030 Asian Games.