Bassem tops CSI4* 1.50m speed class at Summer Showcase

Doha: The second day of the Longines Tops International Arena Summer Showcase delivered a thrilling CSI4* 1.50m speed class, where speed and precision were paramount - and Qatar’s Bassem Mohammed rose to the challenge with an outstanding clear round aboard F One USA, stopping the clock at 73.86 seconds to clinch the win.Just fractions behind, Dutch rider Kevin Jochems and the eye-catching grey Casquetto van de Helle delivered a stylish, fault-free performance in 73.98 seconds, earning them a strong second place on home soil.Saudi Arabia’s Khaled Almobty took third with Davenport VDL, putting in a smooth and accurate round to finish clear in 75.21 seconds, continuing his run of form on the international circuit.Belgium’s Koen Vereecke piloted Oilily de Muze into fourth, followed by compatriot Gudrun Patteet in fifth aboard Sea Coast Chica V.V. Z, both riders showcasing excellent rhythm and control.Rounding out the top ten in a class packed with elite combinations were Brazil’s Rodrigo Pessoa (Major Tom), Mexico’s Carlos Hank Guerreiro (H5 Origi Horta), the Netherlands’ Willem Greve (Grandorado TN N.O.P.), and Paris Sellon of the USA (Drako de Maugre) - all producing faultless efforts and underlining the depth of quality on display.With just over a second separating the top two riders, today’s class was a showcase of speed, boldness, and brilliant horsemanship - proof once again that the Summer Showcase is one of Europe’s must-watch summer stops.  

QOC President Meets with Senior Sports Officials on the Sidelines of the World Aquatics Championships

Singapore: H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Senior Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), met today with Ms. Seiko Hashimoto, President of the Japanese Olympic Committee, H.H. Prince Fahd bin Jalawi, Vice President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Mr. Otabek Umarov, First Vice President of the Uzbek Olympic Committee, in separate meetings held on the sidelines of the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.The meetings focused on ways to enhance sporting cooperation between the Qatar Olympic Committee and its counterparts in Japan, Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan. They also included an exchange of views on key issues currently facing the Asian sports landscape, particularly in the areas of athlete development, capacity building, and the exchange of technical and administrative expertise.The discussions also addressed the ongoing preparations for the upcoming Asian Games in Nagoya 2026 and the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh 2025, highlighting opportunities for joint cooperation to ensure the successful organization of both events in alignment with the aspirations of the Asian sporting movement.These meetings form part of a broader series of bilateral engagements led by H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani with leaders of the Olympic movement across the continent. They aim to foster stronger ties and knowledge-sharing among National Olympic Committees and contribute to the continued growth and development of sport in Asia at both regional and international levels. 

Draw for Gulf Cup U-20 held in Doha

Doha: Qatar have been drawn alongside Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Yemen in Group A for the Gulf Cup U-20 -Saudi Arabia 2025 Championship.The draw ceremony was held in Doha on Monday. Group B includes Oman, Bahrain, Iraq and Egypt.Egypt replaced the UAE after they declined to participate in the tournament. The championship is scheduled to be held in Abha, Saudi Arabia, from August 28 to September 9. 

Team Qatar defeat Saudi Arabia in opening game of International Friendly Basketball Tournament

Doha: The Qatar national basketball team opened its campaign in the 2025 International Friendly Tournament with a thrilling 82–78 win over Saudi Arabia at the Lusail Multipurpose Arena. The tightly contested matchup marked the start of the four-team tournament hosted by the Qatar Basketball Federation, running through August 1.The game remained evenly matched throughout, with the first quarter ending in a 24–24 tie. Qatar then managed to carve out narrow leads in each subsequent quarter — 21–20 in the second, 19–18 in the third, and 18–16 in the fourth — to secure the hard-fought victory.Brandon Datrill Goodwin led the way for Qatar with 23 points, shooting an impressive 69% from the field. For Saudi Arabia, standout player Mohammed Ali Abdulrahman topped the scoring charts with 24 points in a strong solo showing.The tournament features national teams from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Japan, and Iraq. Action continues on Wednesday, July 30, with Qatar facing Japan at 5:00 PM, followed by Iraq vs. Saudi Arabia at 7:00 PM. The event concludes on Friday, August 1, with Saudi Arabia taking on Japan and Qatar closing against Iraq.Coached by Turkish tactician Hakan Demir, the Qatari squad is using this tournament as a crucial part of its preparations for the 31st FIBA Asia Cup, which takes place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from August 5 to 17. Sixteen teams will compete across four groups, with Qatar drawn into Group A alongside Australia, South Korea, and Lebanon.The Asia Cup features a group-stage format, where group winners advance directly to the quarterfinals. Teams finishing second and third will enter play-in knockout rounds to determine the remaining quarterfinalists.With high-level opposition and competitive matchups, the International Friendly Tournament offers a valuable testing ground for Qatar to sharpen their form and tactics ahead of the continental showdown. 

Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Meets with Sports Officials on the Sidelines of the World Aquatics Championships

Singapore: H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Senior Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), met today with His Royal Highness Prince Jigyel Ugyen Wangchuck, President of the Bhutan Olympic Committee, Member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and Vice President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) for South Asia, Mr. Seungmin Ryu, President of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC) and Mr. Gordon Tang Yigang, Vice President of the National Olympic Committee of Cambodia, in separate meetings held on the sidelines of the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.During the meetings, the parties discussed ways to enhance sports cooperation between the Qatar Olympic Committee and its counterparts in Bhutan, South Korea and Cambodia. They also exchanged views on key issues in the Asian sports landscape, particularly in the areas of talent development, athlete support, and the exchange of technical and administrative expertise.The meetings touched on the ongoing preparations for the upcoming Asian Games-Nagoya 2026 and Doha 2030, and the 2029 Asian Youth Games in Cambodia. The also explored ways to strengthen cooperation in support of their organization in line with the aspirations of the Asian sporting movement.These meetings come as part of a series of bilateral engagements held by H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani with Olympic Movement leaders across the continent, aimed at enhancing cooperation and the exchange of expertise among National Olympic Committees, and supporting the advancement of Asian sport at both the regional and international levels. 

Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad crowns winners of Men’s 400m Freestyle at the World Aquatics Championships

Singapore: H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Senior Vice President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), crowned the winners of the Men’s 400m Freestyle race at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships, currently taking place in Singapore.Germany’s Lukas Maertens claimed the gold medal with a time of 3:42.35, ahead of Australia’s Samuel Short, who secured the silver medal with a time of 3:42.37, while South Korea’s Woomin Kim took the bronze medal with a time of 3:42.60.This award ceremony comes as part of the Qatar Olympic Committee’s ongoing commitment to supporting athletes at major global events and reaffirming Qatar’s active presence on the international sporting stage—especially following the nation’s successful hosting of the previous edition of the championships in Doha in 2024.