Team Qatar secure Semi-Final Berth in FIP Asia Padel Cup 2025

DOHA – Qatar’s men’s national padel team delivered an emphatic performance on Tuesday, defeating Pakistan 3-0 to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the FIP Asia Padel Cup 2025, currently underway in Doha.The victory lifted Qatar to four points in Group B, level with Australia, who edged past Kuwait 2-1 in their group encounter. The two group leaders will clash on Wednesday in a decisive match to determine the group winner.In Group A, both Iran and the UAE confirmed their places in the semi-finals. Iran triumphed over Lebanon 3-0, while the UAE outlasted Jordan 2-1. Each team now holds four points, and they will meet tomorrow to settle first and second place in the group standings.In the women’s competition, Japan and Iran advanced from Group A after recording identical 3-0 victories against the UAE and Saudi Arabia, respectively. They will face each other on Wednesday to determine the group leader.Meanwhile, in Group B, Australia blanked Thailand 3-0, and Indonesia matched that result with a dominant win over the Philippines. Indonesia lead the group with four points and can secure top position with a win against Thailand. Both Thailand and Australia, with three points apiece, remain in contention for a semi-final berth. Australia will next take on the Philippines.The semi-finals for both the men’s and women’s events are scheduled for Thursday, followed by the finals on Friday, marking the conclusion of the inaugural edition of the FIP Asia Padel Cup. 

Qatar girls’ volleyball team reach quarterfinals of Asian Youth Games

Manama: Qatar’s girls’ volleyball team advanced to the quarterfinals of the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain after defeating the host nation 3–0 on Tuesday.The Qatari team delivered a commanding performance, winning in straight sets (25–8, 25–6, 25–13), finishing second in Group A behind Iran to secure a place among the last eight teams.In the men’s competition, Team Qatar lost 0–3 to Iran in its second match, with set scores of (12–25, 8–25, 13–25). Earlier, Qatar had also lost its opener to China 1–3, ending its chances of progressing to the quarterfinals.Meanwhile, in the beach volleyball competition, Qatar’s duo Ahmed Ziad and Moussa Al Khair suffered two defeats — losing 0–2 to Thailand (13–21, 10–21) and 1–2 to Sri Lanka (18–21, 21–8, 12–15). The pair had opened their campaign with a 2–1 victory over the Maldives.Twelve teams are competing in beach volleyball, divided into two groups. Group A includes Iran, China, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Mongolia, while Group B features Qatar, Bahrain, Thailand, Indonesia, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka. The top four teams from each group advance to the quarterfinals.In the women’s beach volleyball event, Qatar’s duo Celine Mahmoud and Siwar Al Asal lost 0–2 to Malaysia in Group A, which also includes China, Kazakhstan, and Sri Lanka.Elsewhere, Qatar’s delegations in athletics, 3x3 basketball, equestrian, taekwondo, boxing, and triathlon arrived in Bahrain today to join the competition.The 3rd Asian Youth Games feature 26 sports, with more than 5,000 athletes from 45 Asian National Olympic Committees, making it the largest edition in the event’s history. The Games also serve as qualifiers for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.Qatar is represented by 67 male and female athletes competing in 16 sports, including athletics, badminton, basketball (3x3), equestrian (show jumping), golf, judo, jiu-jitsu, cycling, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, triathlon, wrestling, volleyball, beach volleyball, and boxing. Female athletes are participating in four sports — athletics, badminton, volleyball, and beach volleyball.Team Qatar aims to make a strong impression at the Games and compete for medals across several sports. This participation is also part of the nation’s long-term preparation for the Doha 2030 Asian Games.Qatar previously 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 gold in handball and two silvers in shooting. 

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. 

Team Qatar Advance to Semi-Finals with Convincing win over Kuwait at FIP Asia Padel Cup

Doha, Qatar — Hosts Qatar powered into the semi-finals of the FIP Asia Padel Cup after securing two strong victories over Kuwait, as all four seeded teams in the men’s Final 8 delivered impressive performances at the Khalifa Tennis and Squash International Complex on Monday.In Group A, Iran dominated Jordan with a clean sweep, winning all three matches without dropping a set. The United Arab Emirates followed suit with a 2–1 triumph over Lebanon, who managed to claim the final rubber of the tie.Meanwhile, in Group B, Australia opened their campaign with three commanding wins — including a straight-sets victory from the duo of Pat Rafter and Vuk Velickovic — while Qatar maintained their momentum to defeat Kuwait and secure their spot in the next round.In the women’s competition, Japan and Iran (Group A) both began their quarter-final journeys in style, earning perfect 3–0 victories over Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, respectively. In Group B, Indonesia eased past Australia 3–0, while Thailand staged an impressive comeback to overcome the Philippines after losing the opening match.The second round of fixtures will continue Tuesday, with teams vying for a place in the semi-finals of the prestigious continental event. 

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.