Dubai’s Godolphin Sets Up Permanent Stable In Australia

The racing stable has appointed John O’Shea as the head trainer for its unit in Australia.

FIFA World Cup Was Biggest Social Media Event Ever – Facebook

Up to 350 million users generated a record Facebook “conversation” with three billion posts, comments and likes.

Etihad Becomes Official Airline Of England Cricket Board

England’s national squads will fly with the UAE carrier and the airline will benefit from a range of commercial rights

Facebook Scores Record One Billion Interactions For World Cup

The tournament is set to break new records as the biggest social media event to date.

GCC Visitors Spend $500,000 On First 4 Days Of World Cup In Brazil – Visa

The amount represents a five-fold increase compared to the same period (June 12 – June 15) in 2013, said Visa.

UAE Government Advisory Council Passes Draft Law To Combat Horse Doping

The bill, which covers all equestrian disciplines from racing to polo, outlines financial penalties from Dhs20,000 to Dhs500,000 ($5,400-$136,100) for various doping offences.

Ooredoo CEO “Confident” That Qatar Will Host 2022 FIFA World Cup

Exclusive: Nasser Marafih, CEO of Qatari telecoms firm Ooredoo, says Qatar will host FIFA’s most successful tournament ever.

Etihad Flights To Have Live World Cup Streaming On Long Haul Routes

All 64 games will be transmitted live by IMG Media using Etihad’s inflight entertainment system, E-box.

2022 World Cup: FIFA Chief Blatter Says Criticism Against Qatar Is “Racist”

His comment came in the wake of fresh allegations made by Britain’s Sunday Times newspaper about the award of the Cup to Qatar.

Up to 75% Of Tickets For Abu Dhabi’s Grand Prix Are “Spoken For”

The event, which takes place from November 20-23 this year, offers 60,000 tickets in total this year.

Soccer Sponsors Back Qatar World Cup Probe

Britain’s Sunday Times has printed what it says are leaked documents showing bribes were paid to secure the event for Qatar, which Qatar denies.

Qatar 2022 World Cup Hit By New $5m Corruption Claim

New report claims former FIFA member Mohamed Bin Hammam paid $5 million to senior officials in exchange for their support for Qatar’s bid.

RAK Mall Launches UAE’s First In-Store Go-Karting Facility

The 10,000 sq ft drift go-karting circuit will be operated by Italian engineering company Augusta Re Consulting.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter: “Mistake” To Award 2022 World Cup To Qatar

However Blatter denied allegations that the Gulf state “bought” the tournament.

Arabtec Inks Deal To Be Regional Sponsor For Man City

The three-year sponsorship deal will allow Arabtec to have access to specific rights of the use of Manchester City brand.

Qatar 2022 Head Denies “Buying” World Cup

Hassan Al Thawadi rubbishes corruption allegations and says Qatar won the rights to host the football event due to sheer hard work.

Berlusconi Family Seeks Middle East Buyers For AC Milan Stake

The club’s co-CEO Barbara Berlusconi said she would travel to the Middle East to find partners for the club.

Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina F1 Circuit Boosts Capacity As Demand Rises

Organisers have announced the sale of tickets for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, to be held in November 2014.

Godolphin’s African Story Wins $10m Dubai World Cup In Track Record

Godolphin’s reputation suffered a blow last year when its former trainer Mahmood al-Zarooni was banned for administering anabolic steroids.

2022 World Cup: Amnesty Calls On FIFA To Address Qatar Workers’ Rights

Last month, Qatar’s 2022 World Cup organisers said they would penalise contractors who violate the welfare of construction workers.

2022 World Cup: Qatar Allegedly Paid Millions To Ex-FIFA Official

New documents reportedly claim former FIFA executive Jack Warner received $1.2 million from a Qatari company in December 2010.

Federer Subdues Berdych To Win Sixth Dubai Title

Roger Federer beat Tomas Berdych 3-6 6-4 6-3 in the Dubai Championships final.

Venus Williams Claims Dubai Tennis Championship

This is the American’s first singles title since 2012.

Mashreq, Visa Launch 2014 FIFA World Cup Branded Cards

The branded credit and debit cards will introduce a new rewards programme for users.

Moving World Cup From Qatar Counter-Productive, Says Zwanziger

Qatar has been under fire for its treatment of migrant workers in the construction industry.

Dubai Ruler Cleared By Report Into Horse Racing Doping Scandal

A report by Lord Stevens, the former Metropolitan Police chief commissioner, cleared Sheikh Mohammed of any wrongdoing.

Abu Dhabi-Owned Manchester City To Break Even This Season – CEO

The club’s CEO Ferran Soriano also confirmed that they did not breach Financial Fair Play rules in the last two campaigns.

Gallacher Retains Dubai Desert Classic Title

Gallacher began the day two shots clear of world number six Rory McIlroy.

Tiger Woods Vows To Work On Putter After Muted Dubai Showing

The 14-times major winner birdied the last three holes for a one-under-par final round of 71 on the Majlis course.

McIlroy Retains Dubai Lead, Woods Toils

Scoring on Friday proved tougher for most players as Thursday’s lush greens dried out.