Sport

Secret cards, streamer-owners and a president who can walk on and take a penalty. Wael Al-Fayez, managing director of Kings League MENA, explains why a football league built on gaming logic fits a region that already lives online

A recent panel at Middlesex University Dubai brought together Emirati sportswomen to discuss identity, ambition and the barriers they have faced, highlighting the funding, coaching and family support needed to help more girls enter sport and stay in it. Here’s what they told Gulf Business

The 38th Hero Dubai Desert Classic takes place at Emirates Golf Club from Thursday January 21 to Sunday January 24, 2027

The 2026 programme will include four flagship mass-participation events, beginning with Dubai Ride on November 1, followed by Dubai Stand-Up Paddle at Hatta Dam on November 7 and 8, Dubai Run on November 22 and Dubai Yoga on November 29

The 39-year-old leaves as Argentina’s all-time leading scorer and most-capped player, with 125 goals in 207 appearances

Organisers said the 10th edition will place a stronger emphasis on community participation and digital engagement

As Arena celebrates brand ambassador Ryan Fox’s historic Open Championship victory, the New Zealand golfer reflects on the pressure of becoming Champion Golfer of the Year, the commercial opportunities that follow and why authenticity remains his greatest asset on and off the course

Cameron Andrews, legal director for Anti-Piracy at beIN MEDIA GROUP, explains how illegal IPTV, social platforms, cybercrime networks and AI are reshaping the battle to protect premium sports rights

Ferran Torres struck in extra time as Spain ended Argentina’s reign with a dominant 1-0 victory, capping an era of unprecedented success for La Roja

The joint venture will operate and expand the commercial gaming activities currently licensed to Momentum in the UAE, including iGaming, sportsbook and gaming-related content websites