The 2023 Dubai World Cup

Dubai World Cup closing ceremony: 4000 drones and fireworks on display

The Dubai World Cup provides a truly global stage upon which the best horses in the world come to compete every year

DUBAI-WORLD-CUP - HORCE RACE - $12M PURSE

All you need to know about the Dubai World Cup: Races, stakes, and dress code

A highlight in the sporting and social calendar, this meet is considered one of the world’s most spectacular race days

Jockeys compete in the Dubai World Cup horse racing event at the Meydan racecourse Image Getty Images

Dubai World Cup is 2024’s most anticipated sporting event, shows survey

The much-awaited race marks the end-of-season finale of the Dubai World Cup Carnival

New Dubai football stadiums design render Image WAM

Dubai unveils designs for two new 20,000-seater stadiums

The designs of both sporting facilities prioritise sustainability and smart city integration

Donn Davis, Founder of Professional Fighters League - PFL -

Mixed Martial Arts: Professional Fighters League event kicks off in Saudi Arabia

The founder of PIF-backed Professional Fighters League tells us about their MMA event, PFL Champions versus Bellator Champions, and how PFL will help accelerate the MMA ecosystem regionally

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Dubai traffic alert: Weekend road closures for Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge

The RTA has warned drivers to expect delays from 6 AM to 9:45 AM over the weekend on several key roads

Saudi Cup is world’s richest horse race with $20m prize money: Interesting facts to know

The Saudi Cup attracts over 70 international horses from diverse corners of the globe, ranging from Argentina to Japan

Emirates announces global partnership with NBA, including title sponsorship

Emirates announces partnership with NBA, including title sponsorship

The global partnership deal includes the first-ever referee jersey patch partner of the NBA, starting with the 2024 NBA All-Star Game

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Saudi Arabia’s PIF closes in on deal to create new cycling league

The venture, which may amalgamate new and existing races, is being led by a handful of teams including Visma-Lease a Bike and billionaire businessman Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos Grenadiers

Lewis Hamilton

End of an era in F1: Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-AMG Petronas to part ways

Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton have confirmed that their partnership will come to an end after the 2024 season

Andy Thompson, SailGP Chief financial Officer, at the Range Rover France Sail Grand Prix in Saint Tropez, France. 11th September 2022. Photo: Adam Warner for SailGP. Handout image supplied by SailGP

‘UAE is a very important market for us’: SailGP MD Andrew Thompson

SailGP kicks off its first Abu Dhabi event on January 13-14 , with Mubadala increasing its commitment to the racing championship over the next three seasons

AIX INVESTMENT MOTORSPORT

AIX Investment powers corporate innovation and strength in the world of FIA motorsport

AIX Investment Group launches PHM AIX Racing to drive innovation and shared values in FIA Formula motorsport

Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: WTA top seeds Raducanu, Jabeur, Maia to participate

Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: WTA top seeds Raducanu, Jabeur, Maia to participate

This year, the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open tournament features 10 of the Women’s Tennis Association’s top 20-ranked players

Football fever: Qatar gears up for AFC Asian Cup, other key events in Q1 2024 image Getty Imges

Football fever: Qatar gears up for AFC Asian Cup, other key events in Q1 2024

Qatar will welcome football fans from around the region for the AFC Asian Cup being held from January 12 – February 10 this year

Riders speeding around the Dubai track. (Supplied)

How the Scooter Cup electrified Dubai’s streets

Alex Wurz, president of the Federation for Micromobility and Sport, explains why Dubai’s Electric Scooter Race was a huge success

Dubai marathon

Dubai Marathon 2024: Major road closures for Jan 7

Organisers said there is a six hour time limit at the finish line which will coincide with phased road openings.

BLAST WORLD PREMIER FINALS - ESPORTS AND GAMING

Has gaming pipped banking as a more lucrative profession? Blast World Premier Final features $1m purse

The CS:GO Blast World Premier Final 2023 brings together top gaming teams from around the world

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo to take on Lionel Messi of Inter Miami in Riyadh Season Cup

Messi and Ronaldo have faced each other 35 times in their careers, with Messi claiming 16 wins to 10 by Ronaldo

James Hartt, director at ad gaming on the growth of abu dhabi as a gaming and esports powerhouse

Insights: Abu Dhabi strengthens its status as a global gaming and esports powerhouse

More than 70 game developers and esports teams are now based in the UAE capital, and this is set to grow rapidly over the coming years

Sheikh Zayed Road

Sheikh Zayed Road to close for Dubai Run this weekend

The busy road will be closed to motorists as the run has a start time of 06:30 am on Sunday, November 26

PRESIGHT - AI IN SPORTS

Interview: Can Presight AI do a Moneyball for cricket?

Presight AI’s CEO highlights the role of data analytics in enhancing enterprise efficiency and unlocking the potential of one of world’s biggest sports

AUSTRALIA LIFT CRICKET WORLD CUP-2023

Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia stun hosts India to lift trophy

The Pat Cummins-led Australian side cruised to a win with seven overs remaining

Manchester City FC reports second year of record-breaking profits Image Supplied

Abu Dhabi-owned Man City reports robust profits

The club confirmed revenues of GBP712.8m and profits of GBP80.4m – nearly double that of the previous year’s record of GBP41.7m

REAL MADRID WORLD - FOOTBALL THEME PARK DUBAI

Real Madrid World: Football theme park coming to Dubai

Real Madrid World promises to host new and exciting experiences for football fans of all ages

Sheikh Zayed Road to close on Nov 12 for Dubai Ride to be held on Nov 12 Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Ride 2023: Over 35,000 cyclists take part on Nov 12

Sheikh Zayed Road was closed in the early hours on Sunday, November 12, to make way for Dubai Ride cyclists

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Saudi Arabia looking to invest billions in Indian Premier League: Report

Talks were held when Saudi Arabia’s crown prince visited India in September for the G20 Summit

LIONEL MESSI

Lionel Messi wins record eighth Ballon d’Or after World Cup success with Argentina

Messi beat out competition from the likes of Erling Haaland and former team-mate Kylian Mbappe for the award

DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE

Dubai Fitness Challenge 2023: Week 1 activity schedule revealed

Wellness events at the Museum of the Future will kick off on November 3, featuring yoga and sound journey sessions

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Tennis: Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open dates confirmed for February 2024

The tournament spans nine days, taking tennis enthusiasts on a journey from the opening qualifiers to the finals

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S.T. Dupont, 24 Hours of Le Mans unveil historic collaboration

S.T. Dupont and 24 Hours of Le Mans have designed different ranges of products, and the collection is inspired by the world of cars and racing