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1 Nov’ 2026

Qatar to Face Portugal, Chile and Germany in Padel World Cup

DOHA – Qatar's men's national padel team has been drawn in Group C alongside Portugal, Chile and Germany for the Padel World Cup Qatar 2026, following Sunday's group-stage draw at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex.

The tournament gets underway on Monday and runs through Saturday, bringing together 16 national teams in both the men's and women's competitions. Qatar is hosting the prestigious event for the third time, following the 2021 and 2024 editions.

The draw has set the stage for an exciting week of competition, determining the group-stage matchups in both categories and bringing together an elite field of international teams in Doha.

In the men's competition, Group A features Argentina, France, Australia and the Netherlands, while Group B comprises Spain, the UAE, Sweden and Paraguay. Qatar, Portugal, Chile and Germany will compete in Group C, with Italy, Brazil, the United States and Mexico completing the lineup in Group D.
 

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In the women's competition, Spain, Brazil, Germany and the United Kingdom were drawn in Group A, while Group B brings together Argentina, France, Chile and Belgium. Group C features Italy, Sweden, Egypt and Indonesia, while Portugal, the Netherlands, the United States and Paraguay will compete in Group D.

Qatar's men's national team will begin its group-stage campaign against Portugal on Tuesday, seeking a positive start to its home tournament.

The Qatari team, known as Al Adaam, has completed its technical and physical preparations for the competition and enters the tournament ranked ninth in the world. Combining experienced players with emerging talent, the national side will be aiming to deliver strong performances and achieve positive results on home soil, backed by the support of its home crowd.
 

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Qatar's Zamel Al Shahrani Elected Vice President of United World Wrestling

DOHA - The General Assembly of United World Wrestling (UWW) has elected Zamel Sayyaf Al Shahrani, former president of the Qatar Boxing and Wrestling Federation, as a vice president of the international governing body. The election was held in Kazakhstan, with representatives of national federations from around the world taking part.Al Shahrani's election recognizes his sporting career, extensive administrative experience and contributions to developing wrestling and raising its profile at the regional and international levels.He is regarded as one of the prominent sports administrators who have contributed to the development of the sport. He previously served as president of the Qatar Boxing and Wrestling Federation and the Arab Wrestling Federation, in addition to serving on UWW's Bureau, giving him extensive experience in sports administration at various levels.The election represents a new achievement for Qatari sports and a gain for Arab sports, while strengthening the presence of Arab expertise in leadership and decision-making positions within international sports federations and organizations.On the occasion, HE President of the Qatar Boxing and Wrestling Federation, Sheikh Fahad bin Khalid Al-Thani, said Al Shahrani's election as a vice president of United World Wrestling (UWW) marked a major achievement for Qatari sports and a gain for Arab sports. He added that it reflected the standing that Qatari sporting talent had attained on the international stage.In an exclusive statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), HE Sheikh Fahad bin Khalid Al-Thani said Al Shahrani's election demonstrated the international confidence he enjoys, in recognition of his sporting career, extensive administrative experience and contributions to developing wrestling and strengthening its presence regionally and internationally.  Arrow
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In the Presence of Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad, Qatar Takes Part in Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

Dakar: In the presence of H.E. Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, the Qatari delegation took part in the opening ceremony of the fourth edition of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games. Athlete Adam Morsy represented the Qatari delegation, carrying the flag of the State of Qatar during the Parade of Nations. The ceremony showcased a harmonious blend of sport, culture and the arts, while celebrating Africa’s identity and rich cultural heritage under the theme “Africa Welcomes, Dakar Celebrates”. It was held at the Abdoulaye Wade Stadium in the Senegalese city of Diamniadio, which has a seating capacity of 50,000 spectators.The opening ceremony was also attended by a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, led by H.E. Mr Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal; Ms Kirsty Coventry, President of the International Olympic Committee; Ms Fatima Sultan Al Kuwari, Chief Executive Officer of Qatar’s Bid for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Representatives of National Olympic Committees, International Sports Federations and delegations from participating countries were also in attendance. Their presence underscored the Games’ international standing and their role in fostering communication, connection and closer ties among the various stakeholders of the global Olympic Movement.Young athletes from around the world took part in the parade of delegations, creating a colourful display of cultural diversity and international friendship. The ceremony also featured the raising of the Olympic flag, the Olympic Anthem and the Olympic Oath, reaffirming the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.  Arrow
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Qatar Ready to Host World Shooting Championship, First LA 2028 Olympic Qualifier

DOHA – The Qatar Shooting and Archery Association has finalized its preparations to host the World Shooting Championship, the first qualifying event for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, which gets underway on Tuesday at the Lusail Shooting Complex, bringing together more than 1,100 male and female shooters from 91 countries, including an elite field of world champions and Olympic medalists.All technical, organizational and logistical arrangements have been completed, coinciding with the arrival of participating delegations, while the Lusail Shooting Complex is fully prepared to host the competitions across rifle, pistol and shotgun disciplines, including skeet and trap.The Association will hold a press conference on Monday to unveil details of the championship and its competition schedule, followed by the opening ceremony, which will be attended by officials from the Qatar Shooting and Archery Association, the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) and representatives of the participating delegations.The championship carries particular significance as one of the major qualifying events for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. A total of 36 Olympic quota places will be available across 12 individual Olympic events, with three places allocated to each event.Qatar will be represented by 22 male and female shooters competing across four disciplines, with six athletes each in skeet, trap and rifle, and four in pistol.The Qatari team competing in skeet comprises Rashid Saleh Al Athba, Nasser Al Attiyah, Mohammed Al Kuwari, Reem Al Sharshani, Sarah Mohammed and Hajar Mohammed. The trap squad includes Mohammed Al Rumaihi, Angelo Scalzone, Nasser Al Humaidi, Ray Bassil, Kholoud Al Khalaf and Meitha Al Binali. Arrow
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Sheikh Joaan Inaugurates Africa’s First BAL4HER Basketball Court in Senegal

Dakar: Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), inaugurated the first BAL4HER basketball court in Africa in Guédiawaye, Senegal.⁠⁠The court was established as part of a partnership between Qatar Foundation and the Basketball Africa League (BAL), providing a space for young people, particularly girls, to come together through basketball, connect with others and look towards the future.  Arrow

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