Employees participate in Family Walk and Shooting events at QOC Ramadan Tournament

DOHA –  In  atmosphere full of brotherhood and sportsmanship, the QOC employees participated in the family walk and  shooting event (Shotgun + Air gun) for Men & Women  held on Thursday at the 2023 QOC Ramadan Tournament that runs from 2nd to 10th of April at Lussail Shooting Range. More than 30 QOC employees from different departments and  their families participated in a 1km long-family walk  with spirit of social synergy. Following the event, the organizing committee distributed in-kind gifts and medals to  children on the occasion of  traditional event Garangao. In Thursday’s shooting event (Shotgun + Air gun) for Men & Women, the employees have displayed their skills and talent in the sport.  In the men’s shooting event, Mohammed Al-Kuwari claimed the first place, Rashid Saedan Al-Rashdi finished in the runner-up place, while the third place went to Fahad Al-Braik. While, in the women’s event, Al Dana Al-Obaidly won the first place, Nojoud Al-Hail occupied the second place and Sara Al-Kubaisi took the third place. The QOC competitions will continue on Saturday with opening start of  Padel Event-Doubles (Men) that will bring together lovers and amateurs of the most growing popularity sport in the country. This tournament is accompanied by a series of entertainment activities for all age groups that in the frame of the QOC’s social responsibility to bring public together through sports. By organizing this annual sport event, the QOC always aims to inscribe the true values of sports , promotes  Olympism  and strengthens Sport For Life idea among employees during the holy month of Ramadan.  

Sheikh Joaan Crowns Duhail Champions of Qatar Football Cup

  DOHA,  April 07 (QNA) - His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, crowned Al Duhail as champions of the Qatar Football Cup after defeating Al Sadd with 2-0 in the final match, which was held Thursday at Jassim bin Hamad Stadium. Al Duhail equalized Al Sadd's titles record by winning the third title in their history in the tournament that started in the 1994-1995 season. Al Duhail's goals were scored by Kenyan Michael Olunga in the 47th minute and Tunisian Ferjani Sassi in the 53rd minute. A number of Al Duhail players spoke after winning the Qatar Cup 2023 following their 2-0 victory over Al Sadd at the Jassim bin Hamad Stadium of Al Sadd. Everyone expressed their happiness for winning the prestigious championship after outstanding efforts and a great match against Al Sadd. Captain Almoez Ali said: "Praise be to God for the victory and achievement, to which we are used to. This is the second championship victory for the team during the season, after Ooredoo Cup, and we will continue to work with full force in various tournaments to win more titles. "We always strive to provide a performance befiting the reputation of Al Duhail and this achievement is a gift to our fans, who are the great supporters of the team." Striker Michael Olunga congratulated the management and players on the achievement. "The Qatar Cup 2023 coronation came at the right time and after the team won the Ooredoo Cup. This would give us more motivation in the remaining tournaments of the season," he said. "I extend my congratulations to the management and players of Al Duhail and the fans on the occasion of this deserving achievement and after great efforts in the final against a strong team that has players at the highest level," he added. Midfielder Ferjani Sassi said "We've to keep working to win more championships." He went on saying "I am very happy to win this championship and be crowned with Al Duhail. We must continue to work to complete the season with full force and win more championships." "Our fans were wonderful and their big presence was a motivation for the team, and we hope to always make them happy in various tournaments," he added.     

President Office team win Beach Volleyball Trophy at QOC Ramadan Tournament

DOHA –  President Office team won the Beach Volleyball Trophy for departments on Wednesday, after a convincing 2-0  victory over Procurement  team in the final game at  the 2023 QOC Ramadan Tournament that runs from 2nd to 10th of April at lusail Shooting Range. President Office team  produced an impressive performance, dominated the game, won 2-0 (21-13 and 21-19) to claim Beach Volleyball title for departments, while opponents Procurement teams settled in the runner-up place. In the game for third and fourth places, Public Relations team seized the third place after defeating opponents Sport Affairs team 2-0 (21-17 and 21-15). Thursday will be busy with two events, shooting event (Shotgun + Air gun) for Men & Women along with  a family walk  for the QOC employees and families, where participants from children will  get in-kind gifts and medals. The QOC competitions will continue on Saturday with opening start of  Padel Event-Doubles (Men) that will bring together lovers and amateurs of the most growing popularity sport in the country. This tournament is accompanied by a series of entertainment activities for all age groups that in the frame of the QOC’s social responsibility to bring public together through sports. By organizing this annual sport event, the QOC always aims to inscribe the true values of sports , promotes  Olympism  and strengthens Sport For Life idea among employees during the holy month of Ramadan.  

President Office & Procurement teams reach Beach Volleyball Final at QOC Ramadan Tournament

DOHA –  President Office and Procurement teams booked their spots in the Beach Volleyball final for departments on Tuesday, following convincing wins over Public Relations and Sport Affairs in the semifinals stage of  the QOC Ramadan Tournament that runs from 2nd to 10th of April at lusail Shooting Range. President Office got better of Public Relations 2-1 ( 21-18, 13-21 and 16-14) in the first semifinals game , while Procurement defeated Sport Affairs  2-0 (21-13 and 21-13) in the second semifinals game. In Wednesday’s Beach volleyball closing scene,  Public Relations will face Sport Affairs for  the third and fourth places, while President Office will lock horns against Procurement in the final game. Thursday will be busy with two events, shooting event (Shotgun + Air gun) for Men & Women along with  a family walk  for QOC employees and families, where participants children will  get in-kind gits and medals. The Qatar Olympic Committee competitions will continue on Saturday with opening start of  Padel Event-Doubles (Men) that will bring together lovers and amateurs of the most growing popularity sport in the country. This tournament is accompanied by a series of entertainment activities for all age groups that in the frame of the QOC’s social responsibility to bring public together through sports. By organizing this annual sport event, the QOC always aims to inscribe the true values of sports , promotes  Olympism  and strengthens Sport For Life idea among employees during the holy month of Ramadan.  

QOC Ramadan Tournament continue in full swing

DOHA – The day two competitions  of  2023 Qatar Olympic Committee Ramadan Tournament  continued in style  at the Lusail Shooting Range on  Monday. Monday’s schedule has seen competitive beach volleyball games in preliminary stage for departments, that brought together President Office, Finance Affairs and Sport Affairs teams. Sport Affairs team edged out Finance Affairs 2-1 in  the opening game, while President Office defeated Finance Affairs 2-1 in the second game and kept their winning streak to beat Sport Affairs 2-0 in the third game. Thursday will be busy with two events, shooting event (Shotgun + Air gun) for Men & Women along with  a family walk  for QOC employees and families, while Padel Event-Doubles (Men) will get underway from Saturday. This tournament is accompanied by a series of entertainment activities for all age groups that in the frame of the QOC’s social responsibility to bring public together through sports. By organizing this annual sport event, the QOC always aims to inscribe the true values of sports , promotes  Olympism  and strengthens Sport For Life idea among employees during the holy month of Ramadan.  

Qatar U-23 to participate in Toulon Tournament

Doha:  Qatar U-23 football team will play in the 49th edition of the Toulon Tournament from June 5-18, as part of their preparations for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2024 in Doha, qualifying for Paris 2024, Qatar Football Association said Monday. Qatar recently participated in the International U23 Friendly Championship for Asian teams in Doha. South Korea claimed the title of the 10-team tournament after defeating the UAE 3-0 in the final. Bruno Miguel Pinheiro's men finished seventh in the tournament.