Sports / Qatar Sport

Iconic Khalifa International Stadium gets ready to welcome global superstars 05 May 2018 - 12:37 am

Doha: The renovation of Khalifa International Stadium has transformed the iconic venue into one of the most technologically advanced stadiums in the world....

Doha Worlds: Midnight marathon, mixed 4x400m relay set for debut 05 May 2018 - 12:33 am

Doha: A first-ever midnight marathon and a mixed 4x400 metres relay will be the special features of the 2019 World Athletics Championships in...

Emir Cup final tickets selling out fast 05 May 2018 - 12:19 am

DOHA: The tickets for the Emir Cup final are selling out fast, organisers said yesterday after fans rushed to purchase their tickets. The...

Alaa rescues Al Gharafa as Al Rayyan march into semis 05 May 2018 - 12:15 am

DOHA: Substitute Ahmed Alaa produced a rescue act with a brilliant header in the 88th minute as Al Gharafa secured a berth in...

Doha Diamond League: Ta Lou fastest woman; Semenya shines in Doha 05 May 2018 - 12:08 am

Doha: Marie-Josee Ta Lou emerged as the fastest woman of the Doha Diamond League while South Africa’s golden girl Caster Semenya won the...

Record-breaking Samba, clinical Barshim steal show in Diamond League opener 05 May 2018 - 12:01 am

Doha: Qatar’s track and field stars Mutaz Barshim and Abdurrahman Samba got off to a flying start to the new season after clinching...

IAAF announces amendment of Qatar 2019 World Championships schedule 04 May 2018 - 08:46 pm

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has announced changes to the 2019 World Championship schedule in order to highlight this sport in...

India’s Chopra eyes memorable Doha debut 04 May 2018 - 05:05 am

Doha: After winning gold at last month’s Commonwealth Games, rising Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra is preparing for a busy season in the...

Khalifa Stadium to host DDL 2019: Dr Al Kuwari 04 May 2018 - 05:05 am

DOHA: The iconic Khalifa International Stadium – venue of next year’s IAAF World Championships - will replace Qatar Sports Club to host the...

Al Sadd, Al Duhail set up thrilling semi-final clash 04 May 2018 - 05:05 am

Doha: Even without three of their key players, Al Sadd proved to be too strong for Al Khor as the Wolves marched into...

Doha set for Diamond League blockbuster 04 May 2018 - 04:56 am

Doha: Qatar is set to open the IAAF Diamond League season for the ninth consecutive year with 17 reigning world and Olympic champions...

Al Duhail are Manchester City of Qatar: Umm Salal coach 03 May 2018 - 09:56 am

Doha: Watching QNB Stars League (QSL) champions Al Duhail play at their best is akin to watching English Premier League giants Manchester City...

Wounded Al Sadd eye Al Khor scalp in quarters 03 May 2018 - 09:54 am

DOHA: Al Sadd, still seething from their dramatic Qatar Cup final loss last week, will be looking to bounce back against Al Khor...

Hathab winners honoured at grand ceremony 03 May 2018 - 09:44 am

DOHA: Top Qatari rider Nasser Al Ghazali, on Tuesday night received the Big Tour trophy as country’s equestrian family celebrated the success of...

Global superstars give tips to budding athletes at Aspire 03 May 2018 - 09:40 am

Doha: Enthusiastic schoolchildren from across Doha, yesterday were given the chance to try their hand in athletics with a masterclass hosted by World...