Team Qatar Riders Set for Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL Monaco Leg

DOHA  – Team Qatar's riders are set to compete in the eighth leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour and the GCL (Global Champions League), taking place in Monaco from 2 to 4 July. The event will bring together the world's elite show jumpers to compete for prize money approaching €1 million across the competition.Hosted at the iconic Port Hercule, the Monaco leg will see Qatar's riders contest several classes, including the prestigious CSI5* competitions, which feature prize funds exceeding €350,000.Representing Qatar are Sheikh Ali bin Khalid Al Thani, Mohammed Al Baker, Rashid Al Marri, Ghanem Al Qadi, Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani, Nasser Al Ghazali, Sheikh Fahad bin Jassim Al Thani, and Mohammed Yousef Al Jaber.Following Monaco, the Longines Global Champions Tour will continue in Riesenbeck, Germany (16–19 July), before heading to London, England (7–9 August), the circuit's only stop in August.The championship will then move to Valkenswaard, the Netherlands (4–6 September) for the 12th leg, followed by Vienna, Austria (24–26 September), Rome, Italy (9–11 October), the spectacular Pyramids of Giza, Egypt (22–24 October), and Rabat, Morocco (30 October–1 November), before concluding with the GC Playoffs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 18 to 21 November 2026, bringing the season to a close. 

Qatar Winter Sports Committee Signs Cooperation Agreement with Association for the Development of Ice Hockey in the Islamic Countries

Doha: The Qatar Winter Sports Committee has signed a cooperation agreement with the Association for the Development of Ice Hockey in the Islamic Countries on the sidelines of the Qatar national ice hockey team's participation in the international tournament held in Kazan, Russia, from June 20 to 24, 2026.The agreement was signed on behalf of the Qatar Winter Sports Committee by Hassan Hissam Al Habbabi, Secretary-General of the Committee, while Nail Ulfatovich Maganov, President of the Association for the Development of Ice Hockey in the Islamic Countries, signed on behalf of the organization.The agreement forms part of the two sides' joint efforts to develop ice hockey across Islamic countries by strengthening technical cooperation and exchanging expertise, with the aim of raising the sport's technical standards and supporting its growth at both the regional and international levels.Under the agreement, the Qatar Winter Sports Committee joins a distinguished group of sports federations and organizations that have established cooperation with the Association, including the ice hockey federations of Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain, as well as several Arab and Asian countries, including Türkiye, Iran, Lebanon, Morocco, and Algeria.The agreement aims to expand cooperation in the development of technical programmes, the organization of training camps, activities and workshops, the exchange of specialized expertise in ice hockey, and the education and development of players, coaches, and referees. It also supports talent identification and youth development programmes to enhance technical standards and broaden participation in the sport.Commenting on the agreement, Hassan Hissam Al Habbabi, Secretary-General of the Qatar Winter Sports Committee, said:"The signing of this agreement represents a strategic milestone in the development of ice hockey in Qatar and reflects the Committee's commitment to expanding its international partnerships and benefiting from global expertise and best practices in support of building an integrated and sustainable sports system."He added:"The agreement will strengthen technical cooperation and the exchange of expertise, particularly with Russia's extensive experience in ice hockey, which will positively contribute to the development of player, coach, and referee education programmes, as well as youth development initiatives in line with the latest international standards."Al Habbabi concluded:"This partnership also opens broad opportunities to organize joint training programmes, camps, and specialized workshops that will promote the growth of ice hockey, strengthen sports cooperation among Islamic countries, and reinforce Qatar's position as a leading regional and international hub for the development of winter sports, in line with our vision of building strategic partnerships that support sustainable sporting excellence." 

Qatar lose to Saudi Arabia in FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Qualifier

Doha: Qatar’s senior national basketball team produced a determined performance but suffered an 86–80 defeat to Saudi Arabia in their rescheduled second-window Asian Qualifier for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027, held on Monday evening at Al Gharafa Sports Hall.Saudi Arabia made a strong start, taking the opening quarter 29–20 before extending its advantage with a 17–15 second quarter to carry an 11-point lead into halftime.Qatar responded impressively after the break, winning the third quarter 24–22 before continuing to apply pressure in the final period, which they claimed 21–18. Despite their spirited comeback, the first-half deficit proved decisive as Saudi Arabia secured the victory.Following the result, Saudi Arabia moved to seven points at the top of Group D, while Qatar have six points alongside Lebanon, with India remaining fourth, leaving the race for qualification finely balanced heading into the third qualification window.Qatar will now shift their focus to consecutive away fixtures, beginning with a clash against India in Ahmedabad on July 2 before facing Saudi Arabia again in Jeddah on July 5.The Qatari delegation is headed by Saadoun Sabah Al Kuwari, Secretary General of the Qatar Basketball Federation and Director of National Teams, alongside Team Manager Jassim Ibrahim Ashkanani and Assistant Team Manager Nabil Jumaa.The team is coached by Turkish head coach Hakan Demir, assisted by Cengiz Karadag, Mirsad Memic, Abdou Sow, and strength and conditioning coach Mohamed Vural. The medical staff includes Dr. Adel Harmia, Dr. Adel Selim, and Nikasio Sagaino.Qatar's 12-player roster comprises Abdulrahman Saad, Mostafa Fouda, Omar Saad, Zeineddine Badr, Mohamed Hashem, Mostafa Nado, Babacar Dieng, Ousmane Dieng, Aladji Bobo Magassa, Alen Hadzibegovic, Donte Grantham, and Mahmoud Darwish.

Sheikh Joaan meets Kuwait and Australia Ambassadors

Doha- H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, met  separately with H.E. Ahmad Abdulrahman Naser Al Shuraim, Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to the State of Qatar, and H.E. Shane Flanagan, Ambassador of Australia to the State of Qatar.The meetings reviewed areas of cooperation between the State of Qatar and both the State of Kuwait and Australia, and explored ways to strengthen partnership in the fields of sport and the Olympic Movement, in addition to discussing a number of topics of mutual interest. 

QOC unveils Second Edition of Team Qatar Summer 2026 Youth Program

DOHA – The Qatar Olympic Committee has officially launched the second edition of the Team Qatar Summer 2026' program, reaffirming its commitment to inspiring the next generation through sport, education and community engagement.Organized by the Sports Events Department from 28 June to 9 July 2026, the initiative is designed for the children of QOC employees and is delivered in collaboration with the Qatar Stars League Foundation, the Qatar Bowling Federation, Perf - Up Centre and several national sports federations.The programs caters to children aged 8–12, while a dedicated volunteer pathway for participants aged 16–18 focuses on cultivating leadership, responsibility and teamwork through practical experiences.Designed to foster healthy lifestyles and holistic development, the program promotes physical and mental well-being, strengthens behavioral and life skills, reinforces positive values, and provides opportunities to identify and develop promising young sporting talents in an engaging learning environment.The opening day welcomed 30 boys to the Qatar Bowling Federation, where they explored the fundamentals and culture of bowling, while the girls' activities will commence on 5 July with a similar visit.Over the course of the program, participants will visit the Qatar Police Sports Federation, Lusail Shooting Range, Perf Up Centre, the Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum 3-2-1, the Qatar Stars League Foundation and the Qatar Gymnastics Federation, gaining valuable exposure to a wide range of sports, health, education and Olympic experiences.Speaking at the launch, Maryam Al-Mujaba, program Director, described the opening as a remarkable success, highlighting the strong turnout as evidence of growing public appreciation of sport's role in youth development and the importance of making productive use of the summer break.She noted that the program is designed to develop participants' skills while promoting Olympic values, discipline and teamwork in a safe, professionally supervised environment, adding that the initiative reflects the Qatar Olympic Committee's vision of building a healthier society and preparing a new generation that embraces sport as a lifelong way of life. 

Team Qatar Wraps Up Asian Volleyball Cup Campaign with Chinese Taipei Showdown

Ahmedabad-  Qatar's senior men's volleyball team is set for its final appearance at the 2026 Asian Men's Volleyball Cup, taking on Chinese Taipei in the playoff for seventh and eighth places at the tournament being held in Ahmedabad, India.The national side is eager to conclude its continental campaign with a positive result after navigating a tournament marked by both strong performances and challenging encounters. Although Qatar showcased its potential on several occasions, it was unable to advance to the semifinals and will instead compete for seventh place.In their most recent outing, Team Qatar went down 3-1 to South Korea in the final preliminary-round match, with the sets ending 25-16, 21-25, 25-21 and 25-18.After responding impressively to level the contest by taking the second set, Qatar continued to battle hard, but South Korea ultimately asserted its superiority in the closing stages to secure the win.