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'Sincaraz' set to dominate as 2026 tennis season kicks off

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are set for more world domination in 2026, starting at the Australian Open, while Aryna Sabalenka is bubbling with confidence as she chases further Grand Slam success.The new season gets under way on Friday with the mixed-teams United Cup in Perth and Sydney, headlined by women's world number two Iga Swiatek and men's world number three Alexander Zverev.Top-ranked Sabalenka, who is pursuing a third Melbourne Park trophy, starts at the Brisbane International from

Co-founder Djokovic exits tennis players association over transparency concerns

Novak Djokovic said on Sunday he would step away completely from the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), citing concerns over transparency and governance within the organisation.In a post on X, the Serbian added that the decision was also driven by how his voice and image had been represented.Djokovic launched the PTPA alongside Vasek Pospisil in 2020, with the aim of strengthening player representation within the sport.“I am proud of the vision that Vasek and I shared when founding

HotelPlanner Tour 2026, UAE steps into the spotlight on the Road to Mallorca

The HotelPlanner Tour has unveiled its 2026 schedule, setting the stage for another highly competitive season on the Road to Mallorca. Spanning 28 tournaments across 19 countries and three continents, the Tour will once again offer a total prize fund of €9 million, matching last year’s figure and underlining its growing status as one of golf’s most important global pathways.The 2026 season also marks the second year of a multi year title partnership with technology company HotelPlanner, as the E

Lowry and Molinari join star-studded Dubai Invitational field as UAE golf season heats up

Dubai’s position as one of the world’s premier early-season golf destinations will be underlined once again in January when a glittering field gathers for the 2026 Dubai Invitational at Dubai Creek Resort from January 15 to 18.Fresh from another compelling year on the global stage, the opening event of the Race to Dubai’s International Swing will feature a formidable mix of Major champions, Ryder Cup icons, and rising stars, giving fans an early taste of the quality that defines golf’s winter st

Hamda scores big win for Emirati women at Sheikh Mohammed Endurance Festival

When the desert asks the toughest questions, it is determination rather than reputation that matters most. That was clear at Dubai International Endurance City in Seih Al Salam on Saturday, as two Emirati women rewrote the narrative of one of equine sport’s most demanding events.Hamda Jasim Ahmed Mohamed Al Ali and Maitha Mohamed Al Qubaisi delivered a performance of rare authority to dominate the flagship 160 km ride of the His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Endurance Festival,

Emirati excellence on display at Jebel Ali as local trainers sweep four wins in one day

For the second day in a row, Emirati skill and expertise shone brightly on the equestrian stage, as Jebel Ali Racecourse became a showcase for local talent.Handlers Salem bin Ghadayer and Ahmed bin Harmash dominated proceedings, claiming four of the afternoon’s seven races and underlining the growing influence of Emiratis in the sport.Bin Ghadayer, training out of Fazza Stables created by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, took the feature race, the Al W

Premier League: Arsenal get title boost as Man City and Villa both drop points

Arsenal's Premier League title prospects were enhanced without them even kicking a ball on Wednesday as their closest challengers Manchester City and Aston Villa both dropped points.Erling Haaland scored his 150th goal for City as he put them in front against Brighton and Hove Albion from the penalty spot but Kaoru Mitoma equalised for the visitors on the hour with the game finishing 1-1.It was the third successive draw for stuttering City who were held by Sunderland on New Year's Day and by Che

Martinelli's hat-trick helps Arsenal rally to beat Portsmouth in FA Cup

Gabriel Martinelli scored his first hat-trick for Arsenal as the Premier League leaders beat second-tier strugglers Portsmouth 4-1 to reach the FA Cup fourth round on Sunday.Record 14-time Cup winners Arsenal fell behind in the third minute when Colby Bishop raised the decibel level at Fratton Park by firing in a rebound after a save by Kepa Arrizabalaga.They were only behind for five minutes, though, as Arsenal levelled with their first of three goals from corners.Portsmouth were unable to deal

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders seal 50-run win over Dubai Capitals, stay in race to ILT20 title

Abu Dhabi Knight Riders stayed in the hunt for the DP World ILT20 Season 4 title after sealing a 50-run win over the Dubai Capitals in the Eliminator at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday.

MI Emirates claims spot in ILT20 final with 7-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders

MI Emirates booked their spot in the DP World ILT20 Season 4 final with a convincing seven-wicket win over Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in Qualifier 2 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday. After restricting the Knight Riders to 120/8, Shakib Al Hasan and Tom Banton sealed the chase to set up a final clash against the Desert Vipers on 4 January at the Dubai International Stadium.

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Abu Dhabi: Meet the woman who became India's voice in F1

How often do you see a storyteller become the story? It’s as rare as spotting a globetrotting Formula One journalist from a cricket-obsessed South Asian country in the giant media centre of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. And if the journalist happens to be a female, it only adds an element of mystique.For Niharika Ghorpade, it was love at first sight with motorsport when her father, a Formula One enthusiast, took her to a karting track many moons ago. Despite coming from a family of car enthusiasts,

Ben Sulayem begins second term as FIA president driving F1 revolution

The FIA Formula One World Championship is about to usher in its biggest regulation changes in decades, and the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile, with Mohammed Ben Sulayem installed for a second term as president, is driving the revolution.While the dust has only just settled on one of the most thrilling seasons in recent memory, all eyes are swiftly turning to 2026 and one of the biggest resets the sport has ever seen.The FIA’s 2026 regulations tackle every aspect of F1 car design in or

India's Shubman Gill calls it 'destiny' after shock T20 World Cup snub

Test and ODI skipper Shubman Gill on Saturday said he respected the Indian selectors' shock decision to drop him from the squad for the T20 World Cup on home soil, calling it "destiny".The 26-year-old will lead the one-day team in three matches against New Zealand starting Sunday in Vadodara before many of India's players head into a five-match T20 series.Indian selectors surprisingly axed the batsman from the T20 squad after he scored only 291 runs in his past 15 matches in the game's shortest

Kohli hits 93 as India edge New Zealand in ODI opener

Virat Kohli hit 93 to help India chase down 301 in a tense four-wicket win over New Zealand in the first one-day international on Sunday.The in-form Kohli struck his 77th ODI half-century but missed out on a ton as India slipped from 234-2 to 242-5 before they reached their target with six balls to spare in Vadodara.Skipper Shubman Gill made 56 in a 118-run second wicket stand with Kohli, who shared another strong partnership with Shreyas Iyer, who made 49.Late cameos by Harshit Rana (29) and wi

Australia beat South Africa by 17 runs in opening T20 after David magic and brilliant Maxwell catch

Tim David bludgeoned eight sixes in his robust 83 and led Australia to a 17-run win over South Africa in the first T20 on Sunday as international cricket returned to Darwin after 17 years.David’s aggressive knock off 52 balls pushed Australia to 178 all out after the home team had lost five big hitters inside the first seven overs.Opening batter Ryan Rickelton (71) and Tristan Stubbs (37) kept South Africa in the hunt, but Josh Hazlewood’s (3-27) twin strike in the 15th over and Glenn Maxwell’s

West Indies levels series with 5-wicket victory over Pakistan

Roston Chase and Justin Greaves led West Indies to a five-wicket victory over Pakistan with 10 balls to spare in the rain-reduced second one-day cricket international, leveling the three-match series at 1-1.Chase’s 49 not out off 47 balls included two sixes and the winning boundary as West Indies scored 184-5 in 33.2 overs on Sunday.The hosts were chasing a revised target of 181 runs in 35 overs under the DLS method after multiple rain interruptions saw Pakistan’s innings end at 171-7 in 37 over

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Alcaraz Defies Odds in Epic French Open Final to Dethrone Sinner and Claim Clay Crown

In a breathtaking display of resilience, Carlos Alcaraz staged an extraordinary comeback to defeat world number one Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(10-2) in Sunday's French Open final - a five-set masterpiece that will be remembered as one of Roland Garros' greatest championship battles.

Alcaraz Stages Historic Comeback to Claim French Open Crown in Epic Five-Set Thriller

In what will be remembered as one of the most dramatic finals in tennis history, Spain's Carlos Alcaraz defied all odds to capture the French Open championship with a breathtaking 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2) victory over top-ranked Jannik Sinner at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Alcaraz vs Sinner: A Roland Garros Final for the Ages That Redefined Tennis Greatness

In a match that will be etched in tennis history, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner delivered a French Open final so extraordinary that former champions declared it surpassed even the legendary battles of Federer, Nadal and Djokovic. The 21-year-old Spanish sensation Alcaraz staged an epic comeback from two sets down, saving three consecutive match points to triumph 4-6 6-7(4) 6-4 7-6(3) 7-6(10-2) in a breathtaking five-hour-and-twenty-nine-minute marathon - the longest final ever witnessed at Ro

Sizzling Golf Action: Orient Travel Monthly Stableford Delivers Thrills at Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club

The desert heat couldn't dampen the competitive fire as golf enthusiasts gathered for the much-anticipated Orient Travel Monthly Stableford tournament at Sharjah Golf & Shooting Club, proudly supported by the Saudi Tourism Authority.

From Cargo to Clubhouse: How DP World is Teeing Up a Brighter Future for Young Golfers

What happens when global logistics meets grassroots golf development? DP World's innovative Clubhouse initiative is creating exciting new pathways for young athletes by giving retired shipping containers an extraordinary second life. The Dubai-based logistics giant, known for moving millions of containers annually, has launched a groundbreaking program that transforms these steel boxes into fully equipped mobile golf training centers. These custom-designed spaces provide everything aspiring youn

Bradley Valentine Triumphs in Thrilling OMA Emirates Medalford Showdown at Jumeirah Golf Estates

In an electrifying display of skill and determination, Bradley Valentine emerged victorious at the prestigious June edition of the OMA Emirates Medalford held on Saturday, 7th June 2026. The golfing maestro delivered a masterclass performance with a stunning five-under-par net 67 on Jumeirah Golf Estates' renowned Fire course, securing his win through a dramatic back-nine countback against a competitive field of 84 elite players.