Sports / Qatar Sport

IAAF announces amendment of Qatar 2019 World Championships schedule 04 May 2018 - 08:46 pm

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has announced changes to the 2019 World Championship schedule in order to highlight this sport in...

India’s Chopra eyes memorable Doha debut 04 May 2018 - 05:05 am

Doha: After winning gold at last month’s Commonwealth Games, rising Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra is preparing for a busy season in the...

Khalifa Stadium to host DDL 2019: Dr Al Kuwari 04 May 2018 - 05:05 am

DOHA: The iconic Khalifa International Stadium – venue of next year’s IAAF World Championships - will replace Qatar Sports Club to host the...

Al Sadd, Al Duhail set up thrilling semi-final clash 04 May 2018 - 05:05 am

Doha: Even without three of their key players, Al Sadd proved to be too strong for Al Khor as the Wolves marched into...

Doha set for Diamond League blockbuster 04 May 2018 - 04:56 am

Doha: Qatar is set to open the IAAF Diamond League season for the ninth consecutive year with 17 reigning world and Olympic champions...

Al Duhail are Manchester City of Qatar: Umm Salal coach 03 May 2018 - 09:56 am

Doha: Watching QNB Stars League (QSL) champions Al Duhail play at their best is akin to watching English Premier League giants Manchester City...

Wounded Al Sadd eye Al Khor scalp in quarters 03 May 2018 - 09:54 am

DOHA: Al Sadd, still seething from their dramatic Qatar Cup final loss last week, will be looking to bounce back against Al Khor...

Hathab winners honoured at grand ceremony 03 May 2018 - 09:44 am

DOHA: Top Qatari rider Nasser Al Ghazali, on Tuesday night received the Big Tour trophy as country’s equestrian family celebrated the success of...

Global superstars give tips to budding athletes at Aspire 03 May 2018 - 09:40 am

Doha: Enthusiastic schoolchildren from across Doha, yesterday were given the chance to try their hand in athletics with a masterclass hosted by World...

Omega Official Timekeeper of DL once again 03 May 2018 - 09:32 am

DOHA: When the Qatar Sports Club hosts the opening leg of the IAAF Diamond League (DL) tomorrow, Omega will once again be on...

Rohler eyes 100m mark as world’s best reach Doha 03 May 2018 - 09:19 am

DOHA: Thomas Rohler left fans in awe with a monster throw of 93.90m at the Qatar Sports Club Stadium last year. Given the...

Injury blow for Al Sadd as Hamroun ruled out 02 May 2018 - 01:12 am

Doha: Al Sadd will miss the services of their influential Algerian forward Jugurtha Hamroun when they take on Al Khor in the quarter-finals...

ISC recognises eminent sports personalities and organisations 02 May 2018 - 01:03 am

DOHA: Indian Sports Centre, an apex body of Embassy of India organised ISC Sports Excellence Day 2018 at Giwana Hall of Radisson Blu...

Alfonso, Zara bag top honours 02 May 2018 - 01:03 am

Doha: Alfonso Santiado and Zara Rahim, topped in the boys and girls section of the Swim for a Cause open water swimming challenge...

Barshim aims to reach new heights 02 May 2018 - 12:51 am

Doha: Qatar’s Mutaz Barshim will be keen to begin his 2018 outdoor campaign on an impressive in the season opening leg of the...

TRAQ win Gulf Lights - ISC cricket tournament 02 May 2018 - 12:51 am

TRAQ, winners of the Gulf Lights - ISC Inter-Organisation cricket tournament, organised by Indian Sports Centre (ISC), pose for a photograph with the...

Qatar’s Hassouna wins three gold medals at Asian weightlifting event 01 May 2018 - 12:05 am

UZBEKISTAN: Qatar’s Faris Hassouna finished with a rich haul at the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship clinching three gold medals in the...

QFA and Qatar Shell extend partnership 01 May 2018 - 12:01 am

DOHA: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) and Qatar Shell have renewed their partnership for another five years, continuing Qatar Shell’s position of Lead...