Qatar Earns Bronze at Arab Beach Volleyball Championship in Lebanon

BEIRUT – The curtains came down today on the 30th Arab Men’s and 20th Arab Women’s Beach Volleyball Championships in Batroun, Lebanon, after a week of high-level competition that brought together leading Arab teams in a spirited contest from August 30 to September 6.Qatar’s Men’s Team A, featuring Mahmoud Essam and Saif Al-Din, secured the bronze medal with a strong third-place finish, underlining their consistency and quality against some of the region’s finest. Team B, represented by Mousa Mo and Ahmed Tbiwi, also showcased resilience and talent, finishing 11th.In the men’s final, Algeria’s Team A pairing of Mohamed Kellouch and Mohamed Souaidi claimed the championship title, defeating Morocco’s duo Sufian El Gharouti and Saber Anas, who took silver. Lebanon’s Team A, with Hadi El Chibib and Jad Abi Karam, settled for fourth.Qatar’s women’s teams also left their mark on the championship. Team A, with Haya Abu Issa and Laila Mohamed, finished sixth, while Team B, formed by Ladan Issa and Malak Mohamed, followed in seventh place , further evidence of Qatar’s growing footprint in the women’s game.The women’s title went to Morocco’s Team A, as Mohassen El Sayad and Iman Baqi struck gold. Lebanon’s Team A duo Lara El Nahi and Mirna Cheikho captured silver, while Algeria’s Team A pair Melissa Soualmi and Ikram Hussein claimed the bronze. 

Team Qatar crowned Champions at Jordan Open Golf Tournament

AMMAN – Qatar’s national men’s golf team triumphed at the 34th Jordan Open, staged in the coastal city of Aqaba from September 4 to 6.The tournament spotlight was stolen by 14-year-old Qatari talent Daniil Sokolov, who clinched the individual crown after an impressive display against leading golfers from across the Arab world.Sokolov’s victory was particularly remarkable as he outshone veteran players, including members of senior national teams from the Gulf region, cementing his reputation as one of the sport’s brightest young prospects.The rising star had earlier qualified to compete in the prestigious US Under-19 Golf Championship, further underlining his rapid ascent in the game. 

Team Qatar Edge India to Keep Perfect Record in U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

DOHA – Qatar’s U-23 national team maintained their perfect start in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup qualifiers, defeating India 2-1 in their second Group H clash at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium.Al Hashmi Al Hussain gave Qatar the lead in the 18th minute, before India leveled through Mohammad Suhail early in the second half. Jassem Al Sharshani restored Qatar’s advantage in the 66th minute, sealing the hosts’ second straight win.With the victory, Qatar moved to six points from two matches, cementing their place at the top of the group. India remain on three points.Elsewhere in Group H, Bahrain claimed their first win in emphatic fashion, thrashing Brunei 10-0 at Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium. Qatar had previously opened their campaign with a resounding 13-0 triumph over Brunei.The group concludes on Tuesday, with Qatar set to face Bahrain, while India take on Brunei.Saudi Arabia will host the seventh edition of the AFC U-23 Asian Cup for the first time from January 7 to 25, 2026. A total of 44 teams are competing in the qualifiers, with group winners and the four best runners-up joining the hosts in the finals. 

Qatar to face India in Second Group Match of AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

DOHA  – Qatar’s U23 national football team will take on India on Saturday in the second round of Group H of the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium.Qatar leads the group with three points, ahead of India on goal difference. The Indian side started their campaign with a 2-0 win over Bahrain, while Qatar opened in emphatic fashion with a 13-0 victory against Brunei.The other fixture in Group H will see Bahrain meet Brunei at Suhaim bin Hamad Stadium.Coached by Portuguese manager Helidio De Vale, Qatar will be looking to maintain their momentum with another win against India, before facing Bahrain in their final group match on Tuesday. Key players to watch include Mustafa Al-Sayyid, who netted four goals in the opener, along with Noureddine Al-Ibrahim, Marwan Bramel, and Abdulaziz Mohamed.The group stage concludes Tuesday, with Qatar playing Bahrain and India facing Brunei.The seventh edition of the AFC U23 Asian Cup will be hosted by Saudi Arabia for the first time from January 7 to 25, 2026. A total of 44 teams are competing in the qualifiers, divided into 11 groups. The group winners and the four best runners-up will join host nation Saudi Arabia in the 16-team finals. 

Indonesia Women’s Gymnastics Team Continues Doha Training Camp Ahead of Global Events

Doha – The Indonesian women’s artistic gymnastics team is holding an extended training camp in Doha as part of their build-up to the Pharaohs Championship in Cairo later this month and the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Jakarta this October.The camp is hosted by the Qatar Gymnastics Federation, which has positioned Doha as a preferred destination for global teams seeking world-class training facilities.Federation President Ali Al-Hitmi announced that the coming weeks will also see several other international and regional teams arriving for camps, including delegations from Luxembourg, Jordan, Armenia, and Algeria. Discussions are also underway to welcome Brazil’s team ahead of the World Championships.As part of the program, Qatar’s women’s gymnastics team is training alongside their Indonesian counterparts in joint sessions designed to promote the exchange of expertise and expand competitive exposure for athletes on both sides.Eva, head coach of the Indonesian team, praised the facilities at the Qatar Gymnastics Federation, calling them among the best in the region. She highlighted the cutting-edge equipment, modern fitness halls, fully equipped medical clinic, and specialized spaces for coaches as reasons why Doha has become an increasingly popular base for elite gymnastics training camps.The collaboration underscores Qatar’s growing role as a hub for international gymnastics and its commitment to supporting athletes’ preparation for the highest levels of competition. 

Qatar Olympic Academy Concludes Course on Major Sports Event Management

DOHA  – The Qatar Olympic Academy has successfully concluded a specialized training course titled “Major Sports Event Management,” held from August 31 to September 4 at the Academy’s headquarters.The course brought together over 90 participants from Qatar and abroad, representing a wide range of professional and academic fields. Attendees included senior officials from sports federations, clubs, and institutions, along with professional athletes.The program was led by Dr. Sakis Batsilas, former Deputy Executive Director of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and a renowned expert in sports event management. With decades of experience, Dr. Batsilas has worked on the 2006 Doha Asian Games, the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, various European championships, and the Olympic Games.The training focused on nine key modules covering all aspects of organizing major sports events, using case studies such as the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and other global tournaments.Executive Director of the Qatar Olympic Academy, Khalil Ibrahim Al Jaber, praised the course’s success and highlighted the strong turnout, which he said reflected the growing importance of this field.He emphasized that the course achieved its goals by enhancing administrative, technical, and organizational skills, and by transferring valuable expertise to the next generation of sports leaders. He also noted the diversity of the participants, both culturally and academically, as well as the wide range of institutions that nominated their staff.Al Jaber added that such initiatives strengthen Qatar’s sports community, support the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, and advance the Academy’s mission to promote sports culture in society.He concluded by announcing that the Academy will continue its series of specialized programs, with a new course on Sports Facilities Management set to launch later this month.