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How NBA is deepening connections with Middle East basketball fans

How NBA is deepening connections with Middle East basketball fans

The VP and head of Fan Engagement and Direct-to-Consumer at NBA Europe and Middle East, shares the strategy and vision driving NBA’s expansion into Abu Dhabi and its presence in the region

Saudi Arabia’s PIF eyeing stake in sports streamer DAZN

Saudi Arabia’s PIF eyeing stake in sports streamer DAZN

The streaming platform is a broadcasting partner for Italy’s Serie A, Spain’s LaLiga, Germany’s Bundesliga and France’s Ligue 1

Dubai Fitness Challenge image courtesy WAM

Dubai Fitness Challenge returns in October; details here

The 2023 edition of DFC saw participation from over 2.4 million people, making it one of the largest community fitness events globally

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Watch and learn: Tips traders can pick up from popular sports

Experts believe that popular sports can teach us many valuable lessons that can be successfully applied to fields such as trading

UAE’s Ayesha Al Mehairi aims for top 8 finish in her second Paralympics

UAE’s Ayesha Al Mehairi aims for top 8 finish in her second Paralympics

With a strong focus on self-belief and determination, the 48-year-old shooter, a mother of five, expressed her goal of finishing in the top eight in Paris

Mohammed Yahya, UAE’s first UFC fighter gears up for Aug 3 showdown

Mohammed Yahya, UAE’s first UFC fighter, gears up for Aug 3 showdown

Mohammed Yahya, the first Emirati fighter in the UFC, says he is all set to take on Brazilian Kaue Fernandes in Abu Dhabi on August 3, at the Etihad Arena

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh Image: Supplied

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh

In addition to international sporting events, the new stadium will host other entertainment, cultural, and social events

Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Olympic Esports Games, IOC says

Saudi Arabia to host inaugural Olympic Esports Games, IOC says

The agreement between the parties will be ratified at the IOC Session, which will be held on the eve of the Olympic Games in Paris

IBM AI to enhance Wimbledon experience

Catch me up: How AI is transforming the Wimbledon experience

The feature, developed using IBM’s Granite model through the watsonx platform, keeps tennis fans informed about their favourite players throughout the tournament

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Saudi’s PIF holding talks to create billion-dollar boxing league: Reports

PIF wants to create a venture that would bring the main sport’s organisers together, in which it would take a minority stake, say reports

Dubai events calendar: Here's what's on in the city in June

Dubai events calendar: Here’s what’s on in the city in June

Fans will enjoy live performances by global stars like Hans Zimmer, Jason Derulo, French Montana, Jeff Chang, Amr Diab, Hussain Al Jassmi, Sherine Abdel Wahab, and Majid Al Mohandis

Interview with Stuart Henwood, head of New Balance MENA and India

New Balance’s Stuart Henwood showcases the brand’s legacy, collabs and regional growth

The general manager of New Balance MENA and India shares the factors driving the activewear brand’s growth in the Middle East and its growing appeal among regional customers

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Athletes criticise Nike for ‘skimpy’ US track team kit

Nike’s track and field kits for men and women include nearly 50 apparel pieces and 12 competition styles for specific events, the brand said when launching the outfits

F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024: Info on dates, tickets

F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024: Info on dates, tickets

The 16th Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is scheduled to take place from December 5 to 8 this year

Real Madrid World debuts in Dubai; here are the key attractions images supplied

Real Madrid World debuts in Dubai; see list of park’s key draws

Visitors can explore the theme park with a one-day pass priced at Dhs295 through the website or on-site

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

RTA inaugurates cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif

Dubai: Cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif now open to public

The new tracks mark a significant step towards Dubai’s ambitious goal of reaching 1,000 kilometres of cycling tracks by 2030

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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

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

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

Maria Grandinetti-Milton - head of sustainability - European Tour on how golf is going green

Exclusive: European Tour’s Maria Grandinetti-Milton on how golf is going ‘green’

The head of sustainability tells Gulf Business how sporting events such as DP World Tour are increasingly adopting sustainable practices

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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

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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

number one and three-time champion Rory McIlroy to return for the Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2024

Three-time champion Rory McIlroy to return for Hero Dubai Desert Classic 2024

The premium golf championship is set to return to the Emirates Golf Club, from January 18 to 21 next year

Dubai Run 2023 registration opens Image DET

Dubai Run 2023: Registration now open for the world’s largest free fun run

Sheikh Zayed Road will transform into a racetrack on Sunday, November 26 for the Dubai Run event

Virat Kohli joins as E1 team owner with UAE entrepreneur Image E1 series

Virat Kohli, UAE businessman launch team for UIM E1 World Championship

Virat Kohli said he wants The Blue Rising team to raise the profile of sustainable sports and make sure the pl is protected for future generations

Dubai Women's Run 2023 to take place on Nov 5

Dubai Women’s Run 2023 to take place in November, registration open

Dubai Women’s Run will take place at Dubai Festival City Mall

Spartan endurance race returns to Abu Dhabi

Spartan World Championship returns to Abu Dhabi; here are more details

Set in Abu Dhabi’s Al Wathba area for the second year, the race will be held from December 8-10