Sports

Formula 1 returns to Lusail International Circuit: A fans’ guide to the points system 18 Sep 2024 - 06:06 pm

Doha, Qatar: With just two months remaining until the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024 descends upon Lusail International Circuit (LIC),...

Retirement can make you feel 'like an alien' in tennis, says Federer 18 Sep 2024 - 01:21 pm

Berlin: Tennis great Roger Federer said on Wednesday staying involved with the sport in retirement helped him avoid feeling "like an alien" ahead...

FIFA teams up with UN health agency for campaign to educate world soccer about concussion 18 Sep 2024 - 12:38 pm

Geneva: FIFA teamed up with the World Health Organization on Wednesday for a campaign to educate the soccer industry about the risks of...

Indian bowlers finally getting due recognition, says Gambhir 18 Sep 2024 - 12:32 pm

Chennai, India: Indian cricket fans are traditionally obsessed with batsmen but star pacemen, including yorker king Jasprit Bumrah, were finally bringing overdue recognition...

Al Hilal down Al Rayyan to begin title hunt with win 18 Sep 2024 - 09:55 am

Al Rayyan: Reigning Saudi Pro League champions Al Hilal defeated hosts Al Rayyan 3-1 in their thrilling AFC Champions League (ACL) Elite opener...

Al Wakrah eye strong show on return to continental stage 18 Sep 2024 - 09:53 am

Doha: Qatar’s Al Wakrah are all set to kick off their AFC Champions League Two campaign when they take on Iran’s Tractor FC...

Juventus 19-year-old Yildiz breaks Del Piero's record with 1st goal of revamped Champions League 17 Sep 2024 - 09:50 pm

TURIN, Italy: Juventus 19-year-old Kenan Yildiz scored the first goal of the revamped Champions League on Tuesday. And what a goal it was....

Ministry of Sports and Youth launches guide for granting licenses, permits to practice youth activities 17 Sep 2024 - 05:00 pm

Doha: During a press conference held on Tuesday, the Youth Affairs Department at the Ministry of Sports and Youth announced the launch of...

Man City's Rodri warns of strike action over fixture increase 17 Sep 2024 - 04:17 pm

Manchester City midfielder Rodri has warned leading footballers could go on strike if clubs continue to face an ever-expanding schedule. City, the 2023...

Al Sadd, Al Ain split points in 1-1 draw 17 Sep 2024 - 10:46 am

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Al Sadd shared points with UAE’s Al Ain following a 1-1 draw in their opening AFC Champions League Elite match...

New Century continues winning run with Group 1 title in USA 17 Sep 2024 - 10:43 am

Doha, Qatar: Winner of the Listed British Stallion Studs EBF Stonehenge Stakes at Salisbury when last seen, the British-trained New Century (Kameko) landed...

Al Rayyan focused on tight defence in Al Hilal clash 17 Sep 2024 - 10:34 am

Doha, Qatar: Coach Poya Asbaghi wants a solid Al Rayyan defence as they host Al Hilal in their opening match of the AFC...

Team QMMF maintains perfect 2024 run with fourth straight win 17 Sep 2024 - 10:31 am

Doha, Qatar: The QMMF by HRT team secured its fourth consecutive victory in Endurance Racing this year, triumphing at the Barcelona circuit in...

Man City fight to avoid severe sanctions as 'trial of the century' begins 16 Sep 2024 - 03:47 pm

London: Manchester City will fight to avoid potential expulsion from the Premier League for financial breaches as sport's 'trial of the century' begins...

Bellingham, Tchouameni back for Madrid's Champions League opener 16 Sep 2024 - 03:41 pm

Madrid: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Monday midfielders Jude Bellingham and Aurelien Tchouameni are back from injury as Los Blancos begin the...

Coe among seven candidates to succeed Bach as IOC president 16 Sep 2024 - 03:12 pm

Lausanne: World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe is the highest profile of the seven candidates to have declared on Monday their bid to succeed...

Qatar to face favourites Poland in World Championship group 16 Sep 2024 - 10:16 am

Doha: Asian heavyweights Qatar are up against formidable opponents in the Group stage of the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship, the draw...