Rottluff holds nerve to secure maiden Challenge Tour victory

Maximilian Rottluff held his nerve to secure a maiden European Challenge Tour victory at the UAE Challenge at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club.

Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium hosts the Egyptian Super Cup between Zamalek and Al Ahly

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium in the capital city, Abu Dhabi, will host the Egyptian Super Cup 2021-2022.

Safiya Al Sayegh crowned fastest female cyclist and Salem Al Shemaili champion of the Ramadan MyWhoosh cycling challenge

The My Whoosh Ramadan community challenge, organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council in cooperation with My Whoosh on Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8 on Al Hudayriat Island in Abu Dhabi, witnessed great successes, In Ramadan atmosphere, and strong competition among all participants.

Active Hub’s Ramadan Sports Tournaments kick off on March 27 in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra

The Active Hub Ramadan League kicks off on March 27th and will run until the April 6th during the Holy Month of Ramadan, in line with Abu Dhabi Sports Council's objectives to promote an active lifestyle and encourage all members of the community to lead a healthy life, enhancing the quality of life in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi to host the 2026 Masters Games Series under the patronage of HH Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

The International Masters Games Association (IMGA) announced today that Abu Dhabi has won the hosting rights to organise the Masters Games Series - Abu Dhabi 2026 for Asia, the Pacific and the Middle East.

Burjeel Games 2023 draws over 1,100 healthcare workers for the competition from March 24

As part of its strategy to promote sports activities across communities, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) is joining hands with Burjeel Holdings, one of the largest healthcare service providers in the MENA region, to organise a sports tournament for its employees.

DATES CONFIRMED FOR ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON 2023 AND COMMUNITY RACE SERIES

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and ADNOC have today confirmed that the next edition of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon will take place on December 16th, 2023.

More than 3500 runners participate in Das Island Run in preparation for the fifth ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) organised the Das Island Run as part of the build-up to the fifth staging of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon later this year.

Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council adopts Abu Dhabi Technical Specifications for Active Workplaces

Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC) has announced the adoption of the Abu Dhabi Technical Standards for Active Workplaces, which aims to promote a culture of sports, fitness, and physical activity at the workplace to improve the health of the employees, and in turn, foster an active society.

RECORD-BREAKING AUDIENCE AT THE WORLD PADEL TOUR MODON ABU DHABI PADEL MASTER

The World Padel Tour 2023 season opener, the Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master got off to a flying start as it witnessed a record-breaking audience on WorldPadelTourTV as well as on live television broadcasting, making it the most watched padel tournament in history, drawing fans from around the world to watch the best padel players in some thrilling action. The live online broadcast on World Padel Tour TV set an unprecedented record with over 1.7 million views and 367,000 unique viewers, and a television record of live broadcasting in over 150 countries.

GLOBAL AND REGIONAL TRIATHLETES PUT ON SPIRITED DISPLAYS ALONGSIDE MEMBERS OF LOCAL COMMUNITY AT WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES IN ABU DHABI

The World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi presented by Daman, came to an end on Saturday with members of the local community and regional athletes putting on some impressive and spirited performances that showcased the best of triathlon.

TOYOTA DRIVER YAZEED AL RAHJI TAKES T1 AND FRENCH RIDER VAN BEVEREN TAKES RALLYGP TITLE

Yesterday’s stage of the 32nd edition of The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, sponsored by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, started with weather drama in the form of fog, which delayed the start by two hours. After the stage, the stewards declared that an infraction by Red Bull Can-Am Factory’s Cristina Gutierrez Herrero, whose car was fitted with an illegally wide air restrictor, meant that she incurred a time penalty of 24 hours per stage, while South Racing Can-Am’s Dania Akeel also had an illegal restrictor fitted and was disqualified from the event. At the end of the final stage,

GREAT BRITAIN’S ALEX YEE AND BETH POTTER SECURE STUNNING WINS AT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES OPENER IN ABU DHABI

Great Britain’s Alex Yee and Beth Potter made a winning start to their season after triumphing in the elite races of the World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, on Friday.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed reconfigures the Board of Directors of Al Dhafra Shooting Club

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, issued a decree on the restructuring of the Board of Directors of Al Dhafra Shooting Club.

Saeed bin Maktoum crowns winners of Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master

Sheikh Saeed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Padel Association, presented the trophies to the winners of the 2023 World Padel Tour season opener Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master during the awards ceremony that took place among a packed crowd on the centre court located on Bab Al Nojoum, Hudayriyat Island.

STAGE ONE OF THE ADDC SEES DRIVERS AND RIDERS PUSHING THE LIMITS OF THEMSELVES AND THEIR MACHINES

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge most usually lives up to its reputation as one of the world’s most challenging and visually spectacular rallies, and on an opening day starting in Ghiyathi City with the finish line in Liwa, near Tal Mor’eb, competitors tackled a total distance of 404 kilometres including a Special Stage of 242 kilometres. There were contrasting fortunes for some of the sport’s biggest names, while several local heroes stepped into the spotlight, leveraging their knowledge and experience of the desert to great effect.

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed greets cyclists participating in Stage 6 of UAE Tour 2023

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, has attended the penultimate (sixth) stage of the 5th UAE Tour, greeting the elite cyclists as they passed along the route.

Merlier wins Stage 6 of the UAE Tour as Evenepoel defends the Red Jersey

Tim Merlier (Soudal Quick-Step) has won Stage 6, the Aldar Stage, of the 2023 UAE Tour, ahead of Sam Bennett (Bora - Hansgrohe) and Dylan Groenewegen (Team Jayco Alula). It is Merlier's second stage win of the race.

World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi begins Friday at Yas Marina Circuit

Preparations are in full swing to host the World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, which will be held on 3rd and 4th March.

Organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), the two-day event, which will take place at Yas Marina Circuit, features some of the world’s leading elite triathletes.

WORLD PADEL TOUR PRESIDENT PRAISES ABU DHABI’S HOSTING OF THE MODON ABU DHABI PADEL MASTER

Ramon Agenjo, president of the World Padel Tour, praised Abu Dhabi’s hosting of the Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master, which is being held as part of the World Padel Tour’s opening tournament for this year.

Molano wins Stage 4 of the UAE Tour as Evenepoel defends the Red Jersey

Sebastian Molano (Team UAE Emirates) has won Stage 4, the Dubai Stage of the 2023 UAE Tour, ahead of Olav Kooij (Jumbo-Visma) and Sam Welsford (Team DSM).

Rubio wins Stage 3 of the UAE Tour as Evenepoel claims the Red Jersey

Einer Rubio (Movistar Team) has won Stage 3, the Burjeel Holdings Stage of the 2023 UAE Tour, ahead of Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) and Adam Yates (UAE Team Emirates) at the summit of Jebel Jais.

THE FIRST DAY OF MODON ABU DHABI PADEL MASTER SAW EXCITING WINS AND MAJOR UPSETS

The first day of the World Padel Tour Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master’s Main Draw witnessed shocking defeats early on in the tournament as well as some exciting wins.

SHEIKH SAEED BIN MAKTOUM BIN JUMA AL MAKTOUM CATCHES THRILLING MATCHES AT THE MODON ABU DHABI PADEL MASTER

Sheikh Saeed Bin Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Padel Association, attended the World Padel Tour Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master, where he witnessed a thrilling sporting showdown featuring the top-ranked men’s duo.

Soudal Quick-Step win Stage 2 of the UAE Tour and Lucas Plapp takes control of the Red Jersey

Soudal Quick-Step have won the team time trial on Stage 2, the AD Ports Group Stage of the 2023 UAE Tour, ahead of EF Education - Easypost and Ineos Grenadiers.

Merlier wins Stage 1 of the UAE Tour and also takes the Red Jersey

Tim Merlier (Soudal Quick-Step) won Stage 1, the Presight.ai Stage of the 2023 UAE Tour, by the tightest of margins ahead of Caleb Ewan (Lotto Dstny), with Mark Cavendish (Astana Qazaqstan Team) in third place.

Champions of Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup 2023 crowned after international festival of football in the UAE

After more than 400 matches, the Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup came to an exciting close on Sunday, with 6 teams, each winning across their own age groups, crowned as champions of the youth football tournament following a dazzling display of skill in Abu Dhabi.

One day to go: Star riders ready to roll ahead of 2023 UAE Tour

Six stars from the pro peloton spoke to the media in a press conference at Colnago Abu Dhabi this afternoon ahead of the start of the 2023 UAE Tour, organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council and taking place from 20-26 February.

 WORLD PADEL TOUR’S HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED SEASON OPENER KICKS OFF WITH THE MODON ABU DHABI MASTER TOMORROW

The highly anticipated Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master kicks off tomorrow in Abu Dhabi with the sport’s top-ranked players competing for major tour points, the most in World Padel Tour history. More than 10000 attendees are expected at the tournament which will be held at Bab Al Nojoum on Hudayriyat Island from February 21-26. 

ICONIC YAS MARINA CIRCUIT TO STAGE WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES ABU DHABI RACES AS OFFICIAL ROUTES ARE REVEALED

Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced the official race routes for the World Triathlon Championship Series race in Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, with the Yas Marina Circuit selected as the venue. The medals for the participants have also been revealed.

Cavendish, Bilbao, Groenewegen and Viviani confirmed for the UAE Tour

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the organisers of the UAE Tour, are pleased to announce four more top riders expected to be among the protagonists in the fifth edition of the UAE Tour, taking place from 20-26 February.

The UAE Wild Card Championship concludes with nine teams qualifying to participate in the World Padel Tour Modon Abu Dhabi Padel

The Emirates Post Group UAE Wild Card Championship towards the World Padel Tour Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master, which will be held from 21 – 26 February has concluded with the UAE National tournament winners Abdulla Alabdulla and Fares Aljanahi, Alia Taher and Aisha Alawadhi, receiving wild card entries to the main draw of the World Padel Tour Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master Tournament. This will mark the first time in history for Emirati male and female teams to compete in the main draw of a World Padel Tour tournament. In addition, 16-year-old Emirati prodigy Abdulla Alabdulla will become the youngest male player to compete in a WPT master tournament in the history of the tour.

BELINDA BENCIC SERVES UP IMPRESSIVE DISPLAY TO BECOME INAUGURAL SINGLES CHAMPION OF MUBADALA ABU DHABI OPEN

World No.9 Belinda Bencic of Switzerland saved three championship points to become the first ever champion of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, as she registered a 1-6, 7-6, 6-4 victory over World No.19 Liudmila Samsonova in the singles final

UAE’s Habibali wins by unanimous decision at UAM Fight Night K1 Pro Kickboxing Championship

UAE champion Ilyas Habibali lit up the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi claiming a unanimous decision over three-time world champion Michael Wakeling in front of a packed-out crowd on Saturday at the UAM Fight Night K1 Pro Kickboxing Championship.

Elisa Longo Borghini wins the first edition of the UAE Tour Women, Charlotte Kool wins the final stage in Abu Dhabi

Elisa Longo Borghini (Trek-Segafredo) has won the first edition of the UAE Tour Women, wearing the Red Jersey and taking her victory ahead of Gaia Realini (Trek-Segafredo) and Silvia Persico (UAE Team ADQ).

Elisa Longo Borghini wins Stage 3 of the UAE Tour Women and is the new Red Jersey

Elisa Longo Borghini (Trek-Segafredo) has won Stage 3 of the first edition of the UAE Tour Women, ahead of teammate Gaia Realini and Silvia Persico (UAE Team ADQ).

Wiebes wins after a wind-swept trip across the desert

Lorena Wiebes emerged triumphant in a thrilling second day of action - the Al Marina Holding Stage - at the first-ever UAE Tour Women.

Mohammed bin Rashid attends ‘UAE Tour Women 2023’

 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today attended the inaugural ‘UAE Tour Women 2023’. The tournament has drawn 120 professional riders representing 20 teams from across the world.

His Highness greeted the cyclists as they passed along Bu Kadra bridge. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid was accompanied by Khalifa Saeed Sulaiman, Chairman of Protocols for the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE; and Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council.

The first stage of the ‘UAE Tour Women 2023’ covers a distance of 109 kilometres between Port Rashid and Dubai Harbour. The tournament is organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council.

Charlotte Kool wins Stage 1 of the UAE Tour Women and wears the first Red Jersey

Charlotte Kool (Team DSM) has won Stage 1, the Dubai Stage, of the first edition of the UAE Tour Women, ahead of Lorena Wiebes (Team SD Worx) and Chiara Consonni (UAE Team ADQ).

Star riders ready to roll ahead of first-ever UAE Tour Women

Six stars from the pro peloton spoke to the media this afternoon in a press conference ahead of the start of the first-ever 2023 UAE Tour Women tomorrow, organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council and taking place from 9-12 February.

ABU DHABI TO WELCOME BACK WORLD AND OLYMPIC CHAMPIONS FOR WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES-OPENER

Abu Dhabi Sports Council has today announced a stellar field of world, Olympic and Commonwealth champions for next month’s season-opening World Triathlon Championship Series race in Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman.

Longo Borghini, Cavalli, Brown, Bastianelli and Wiebes ready to light up the first-ever UAE Tour Women

Abu Dhabi Sports Council are pleased to announce the provisional entry list for the first-ever edition of the UAE Tour Women, taking place from 9-12 February.

Remco Evenepoel joins cycling superstars Sam Bennett, Adam Yates and Caleb Ewan for the 2023 edition of the one and only UCI WorldTour race in the Middle East.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the organisers of the UAE Tour, announce the first names of riders expected to participate in the 2023 edition of the UAE Tour, taking place from 20-26 February which includes UCI road World Champion Remco Evenepoel.

THE TEAMS FOR THE 2023 EDITION OF UAE TOUR ARE ANNOUNCED

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, organisers of the UAE Tour, are pleased to confirm the full list of teams participating in the 2023 edition of the UAE Tour, taking place from 20-26 February. Across seven stages, sixteen UCI WorldTeams will be joined by four UCI ProTeams that will race along the unique roads of the Middle East, starting and finishing in Abu Dhabi.

ANTICIPATION BUILDS AHEAD OF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ACTION AT THE ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE

The excitement of the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) is heading for the heart of the UAE capital, with the 32^nd edition of the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (ADDC) getting underway on February 25th.

THE TEAMS SET TO COMPETE IN THE FIRST EVER UAE TOUR WOMEN ARE ANNOUNCED

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, organisers of the UAE Tour, are pleased to confirm the full list of teams participating in the first ever UAE Tour Women. From 9-12 February, 20 teams of six riders each (13 UCI Women's World Teams and seven UCI Women's Continental Teams) will come together to race on the roads of the Middle East.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced the official route, jerseys and sponsors of the inaugural Women’s UAE Tour and the fifth UAE Men’s Tour

As the first-ever UCI Women’s WorldTour race in the Middle East, the route of the UAE Tour Women will total 468 kilometres and will see riders take on the UAE’s unique and varied terrain, passing significant landmarks from February 9 to 12.

ABU DHABI DEBUTS THE UAE’S FIRST PADEL FESTIVAL WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE WPT MODON ABU DHABI PADEL MASTER 2023

Abu Dhabi is gearing to host the World Padel Tour Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master from February 21 – 26 at Bab Al Nojoum on Hudayriyat Island. The six-day sporting and entertainment event will feature a world-class padel tournament and a dedicated fan village with entertainment, retail, and unique dining opportunities, in the backdrop of the pristine blue waters surrounding Hudayriyat Island.

Abu Dhabi to welcome world’s best riders for 10th FBMA International Show Jumping Cup

Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA), organisers of the FBMA International Show Jumping Cup, has announced more than 300 of the best riders from around the world will compete in the 10th edition of the event, which will have the biggest prize pool in the tournament’s history.

Perez seals stunning win in Abu Dhabi

The Frenchman held a narrow one-shot lead in the closing stages on Sunday afternoon before holing out from a bunker at the 17th for a birdie to stretch his advantage to two.

Lowry shares lead in bid for further Abu Dhabi success

Shane Lowry will bid to win the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship for a second time after grasping a share of the lead on day three at Yas Links Abu Dhabi.

Dream start for Donald in Abu Dhabi

European Ryder Cup Captain Luke Donald closed his opening round with four successive birdies to take the early lead at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, the first Rolex Series event of the season.

The two mainstays of the Argentine Super Cup visit Qasr Al Muwaiji and Al Ain Oasis

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council organized an introductory visit to the two poles of the Argentine Super Cup - Boca Juniors and Racing Club - which will be held on Friday, January 20 at Hazaa bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain, as part of the cooperation agreement between the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the Argentine Football Association.

Boca Juniors and Racing Club arrive in Al Ain for the Argentine Super Cup

Boca Juniors and Racing Club arrived at the Al Ain International Airport on Tuesday morning for the Argentine Super Cup at the Hazaa bin Zayed Stadium on Friday, January 20 at 7.30pm.

Past winners set for Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry are both raring to go ahead of this week’s Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, the first Rolex Series event of the season, at Yas Links Abu Dhabi.

ABU DHABI IS NEWEST DESTINATION ON HOLOGIC WOMEN’S TENNIS ASSOCIATION (WTA) TOUR

The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) and IMG today announced Abu Dhabi will be the newest destination for the world’s professional women’s tennis tour.

UAE President receives Higher Organising Committee of Zayed Charity Marathon

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received the Higher Organising Committee of the annual Zayed Charity Marathon, headed by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region.

Hero Cup to take place in Abu Dhabi

The DP World Tour today announced the Hero Cup, a new team match play contest aimed at giving European players experience in the format, will take place at Abu Dhabi Golf Club from January 13-15, 2023.

UAE TOUR BREAKS NEW GROUND IN THE MIDDLE EAST AS WOMEN’S RACE JOINS THE UCI WOMEN’s WORLDTOUR CALENDAR IN 2023

The UAE Tour is set to make cycling history next year, as 20 teams of the world’s top female cyclists descend on the Middle East for the first ever Women’s WorldTour race in the region.

Boca Juniors and Racing Club to play for the Argentine SuperCup 2022 at Hazzza bin Zayed Stadium on January 20

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) and the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) signed an extended four year agreement on June 2022 with plans for hosting the Argentine SuperCup in Abu Dhabi.

Egyptian golfer Issa Abou El Ela earns place alongside DP World Tour stars at Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Issa Abou El Ela won the Abu Dhabi Amateur Championship last week at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club to secure his place at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship from January 19-22, the opening Rolex Series event of the DP World Tour season at Yas Island.

UAE TO HOST THE WORLD’S BEST PADEL PLAYERS AT THE FIRST-EVER WPT ABU DHABI PADEL MASTER TOURNAMENT IN FEBRUARY 2023

World Padel Tour (WPT), the world’s leading professional padel circuit, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, and property developer Modon today announced Abu Dhabi as the host city for the first-ever Abu Dhabi Padel Master tournament.

UAE TOUR RETURNS TO THE WORLDTOUR CALENDAR IN 2023

The UAE Tour will return on 20-26 February 2023, seeing the world’s top male cyclists once again descend on the Middle East for seven days of incredible road racing.

SLEW OF ELITE RUNNERS ADDED TO LINE-UP AHEAD OF TOMORROW’S ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON 2022

Some of the world’s best long-distance athletes will be among a record 20,000 participants when the 2022 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon gets underway tomorrow morning, December 17, on a new course that snakes its way through the streets of the UAE Capital.

TEAM UB RISE TO GLORY AFTER EDGING TEAM VIENNA IN 3X3 WORLD TOUR ABU DHABI FINAL

Team Ub has won the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Final on Sunday evening, December 11, at Yas Bay – Abu Dhabi’s newest waterfront.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council launches Abu Dhabi 360, an emirate-wide wellness programme

Today, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council unveiled Abu Dhabi 360, a programme dedicated to helping every person in the community achieve whole-person wellness through a personal, attainable journey that redefines health and fitness.

ELECTRIC DAY 1 OF THE FIBA 3x3 WORLD TOUR ABU DHABI FINAL CONCLUDES

The first day of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Final has drawn to a close – and what a spectacle we saw. Twelve games from the best 12 3x3 teams on the planet entertained and encapsulated the sold-out arena, with eight teams going through to today’s final. Those qualified are:

• Ub
• Lausanne
• Amsterdam
• Omaha
• Vienna
• Riga
• Antwerp
• Ulaanbaatar

FIBA 3x3 WORLD TOUR ABU DHABI FINAL BEGINS TOMORROW

With the stage now set for FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Final, organisers of this momentous finale swapped the press conference room for the basketball court today, as competing players, basketball and sports fans, and families looking for a memorable experience, get ready to experience the world-class competition on 10-11 December.

Proven winners assemble in world class field for Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Séamus Power will make his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship debut alongside former winner Tyrrell Hatton, three-time DP World Tour winner Ryan Fox, 2018 Open Champion Francesco Molinari and rising star Sepp Straka at Yas Links from January 19-22, 2023.

ELITE RUNNERS READY TO LINE UP FOR ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON 2022

The ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon will once again welcome some of the biggest names in long-distance running after the first elite athletes were revealed for the 2022 edition, set to take place on the roads of the UAE capital on December 17.

In the midst of a distinguished crowd, team American Muscle wins 2022 Abu Dhabi Spartan World Championship

Kris Rugloski, Rylan Schadegg, and Veejay Jones were crowned Spartan World Champions in the 3K Team category today after overcoming a challenging obstacle course in the Al Wathba desert on a day where the sport’s growing community came out in force.

Sergei Perelygin and Lindsay Webster crowned winners of 2022 Spartan World Championships in Abu Dhabi

Sergei Perelygin and Lindsay Webster were crowned Spartan World Champions after conquering an all new course in Al Wathba desert to beat the best obstacle course racing athletes from across the globe, organised in partership with Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan – the world’s leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand.

FIBA 3x3 WORLD TOUR ABU DHABI FINAL TEAMS ANNOUNCED

After seven months, 11 cities, 440+ games, and thousands of points – it all comes down to this: the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Final on December 10-11. And the final teams have now been locked in…

LEADERS SPORT BUSINESS SUMMIT ABU DHABI RETURNS FOR 2023, HOSTED AT THE YAS MARINA CIRCUIT

in partnership with Abu Dhabi Sports Council, returns to the world-famous Yas Marina Circuit on 1-2 March 2023. Leaders will host two days of exclusive insight led content from leading global sports organisations and local entities.

Countdown to Spartan World Championship

It is almost time for the 2022 Spartan World Championship to kick off in Abu Dhabi where the best obstacle course racing athletes on the planet will take on a challenging new course at Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in the UAE desert. The world’s leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand is returning to the capital for a second consecutive year on December 3-4.

WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES WILL RETURN TO ITS TRADITIONAL KICK OFF VENUE OF ABU DHABI IN MARCH 2023

With the World Triathlon 2022 season coming to a thrilling close in Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and World Triathlon today announced that the 2023 World Triathlon Championship Series will start exactly where it left, in the UAE capital, and finish in Spain, with the 2023 Championship Finals in Pontevedra next September.

A Partnership agreement between Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and Cheil Middle East & Africa

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) announced the signing of a partnership agreement with Cheil Middle East & Africa – one of Samsung Global Group's companies – with the main objective of attracting local and global partnerships to sponsor all sports-related activities and events run and organized by ADSC.

CELEBRATIONS MARK END OF INCREDIBLE WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS 2022 IN ABU DHABI

The World Triathlon Championship Finals 2022 presented by Daman have come to a close in Abu Dhabi after four days of scintillating competition and activities, further enhancing the UAE capital’s place as a global sporting event leader.

DAZZLING DUFFY WINS RECORD FOURTH WORLD TRIATHLON TITLE AFTER SPECTACULAR SEASON FINALE

Flora Duffy became the only woman ever to win four World Triathlon titles on Friday afternoon in Abu Dhabi, with yet another display to utterly underline her position as the greatest woman that the sport has ever seen.

Pieters, Fleetwood and Lowry primed for Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship return

Defending champion Thomas Pieters will be joined at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship at Yas Island by former winners Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry for the 18^th edition of the opening Rolex Series event of the 2023 DP World Tour season, from January 19-22.

Inspiring Para Triathletes Take World Titles in Abu Dhabi

The World Triathlon Para Championships got the 2022 Championship Finals Abu Dhabi underway on Thursday in Yas Bay waterfront, with twelve titles awarded across the six men’s and women’s categories.

The PTS2, PTS3, PTS4 and PTS5 competitions saw the return of multiple champions looking to retain their titles in what was a highly competitive morning of sporting excellence, with hundreds of inspiring, para triathletes lining up with title hopes.

Athletes Arrive in Abu Dhabi Ahead of Four-Day Triathlon Extravaganza

The World Triathlon Championship Finals have arrived in Abu Dhabi ahead of four incredible days of elite, age group, para, and community competition.

Obstacles Facing Competitors at the Spartan World Championship in Abu Dhabi

This year’s Spartan World Championship will take place at a new custom-designed course at Al Wathba in Abu Dhabi over the UAE’s 51st National Day weekend from December 3-4. There will be something for everyone, from Spartan beginners to “Beasts.” The first look at the 2022 course is now live for the two-day championship. The obstacles at the organisers’ disposal are ominous. Competitors in the Open heats will be required to climb, swing, crawl, and carry their way to the finish line.

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed presents 2022 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Champion Max Verstappen with winner’s trophy

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, has presented the winner’s trophy to the 2022 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix's champion Max Verstappen.

Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed honours Emirati and global winners of Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship

Elite jiu-jitsu athletes from the UAE and around the world were honoured in a grand ceremony hosted by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) following the conclusion of the 14th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, that featured 5,000 competitors from more than 100 countries. H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, handed out awards to the winners.

TRACK LEGEND MICHAEL JOHNSON STRESSES IMPORTANCE OF PARTICIPATING IN ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Four-time American track legend Michael Johnson has urged all UAE residents to participate in next month’s ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, with the eight-time world champion and four-time Olympic gold medallist hoping the December 17 event will attract a new record of 20,000 competitors.

The Spartan World Championship (Abu Dhabi 2022) announces the list of its ambassadors in the community

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan, the world's most prominent brand in endurance sports and overcoming barriers, announced the first list of ambassadors participating in the 2022 Spartan World Championship, which will start in two weeks in Abu Dhabi.

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends inaugural Bike Abu Dhabi Festival

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, today attended the inaugural edition of the Bike Abu Dhabi Festival at Abu Dhabi’s Corniche.

Free Training Sessions

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan, the world's leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand, announced the launch of free training sessions, to give participants a glimpse of the competitions in the Spartan World Championship, which will be held in Abu Dhabi in the Al Wathba Desert, from 2-4 December. with the world’s best OCR athletes battling it out for more than $125,000 in prize money.

Spain wins gold on opening day of the UCI 2022 Urban Cycling World Championships

Yesterday, day one of the 2022 UCI Urban Cycling World Championships in Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates) saw the first medals of this year’s event up for grabs in the trials discipline. The action also included BMX Freestyle Flatland qualifications alongside the Teams presentation attended by UCI President David Lappartient, Vice-President and President of Asian Cycling Confederation and General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, H.E Aref Al Awani and cycling legend Mark Cavendish.

Abu Dhabi Reveals the Full Line-up of Elite Athletes Participating in the World Triathlon Championship Finals 2022

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in cooperation with World Triathlon, revealed the full line-up of elite athletes participating in the World Triathlon Championship Finals 2022 Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, which will be held from November 23 to 26, on Yas Island – the global hub for major sports tournaments.

Khalid bin Zayed Attends the Ceremony at Al Jahili Fort to Announce the Opening of 2022 World Paralympic Shooting Championship

Under the generous patronage of H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable & Humanitarian Foundation (ZayedCHF), and with the presence of H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (ZHO), the opening ceremony of the 2022 World Paralympic Shooting Championship was held yesterday evening (Saturday) at Al Jahili Fort in the city of Al Ain. This championship is being hosted by the Emirate of Abu Dhabi for the first time on the level of Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club over the period 3-18 November under ZHO’s organization, in cooperation with the International Paralympic Shooting Federation and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Bike Abu Dhabi Festival kicks off a jam-packed week of cycling activities

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayan, Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, the Bike Abu Dhabi Festival starts tomorrow running the entire week until 13 November.

Manchester Thunder, Vitality Netball Superleague Champions 2022, to Launch Youth Netball Academy for Girls in Abu Dhabi

Manchester Thunder and UAE Netball have announced the details of a new initiative developing the game of netball for girls in Abu Dhabi.  

54 Countries to Take Part in 2022 Paralympic Shooting World Championships

Under the generous patronage of H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed Charitable & Humanitarian Foundation (ZayedCHF), the Emirate of Abu Dhabi hosts, for the first time on the level of the Middle East & North Africa (MENA), the 2022 Paralympic Shooting World Championships in the city of Al Ain at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club over the period 3-17 November, as organized by Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (ZHO), in cooperation and coordination with the International Paralympic Shooting Association and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Argentina’s open training session in Abu Dhabi will now take place on November 14

Argentina’s open training session in Abu Dhabi will now take place on November 14, a day later than initially planned, owing to their national squad’s club commitments.

TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR FIBA 3x3 WORLD TOUR ABU DHABI FINAL

Abu Dhabi Sports Council continues its thriving relationship with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) as it announces the return of FIBA 3x3 World Tour on December 10-11, with tickets now on sale.

Al Ahly secure Egypt's Super Cup with easy 2-0 win in Abu Dhabi

In a postponed local Super Cup on Friday in Abu Dhabi, the Red Devils secured an easy 2-0 win against Zamalek as Bruno Savio scored once, and Marcel Koller won his first championship as coach.

UAE team shines with nine medals on first day of Jiu-jitsu World Championship

The 27th edition of the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship kicked off today at the Jiu-Jitsu Arena in Zayed Sports City, where the UAE national team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, seized the lead in the medal table with nine medals, including 2 gold, 2 and 5 bronze, in the Under-16 division.

THE WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS REVEALS OLYMPIC MEDALLISTS SET TO BRING A-LIST STAR POWER TO ABU DHABI

With just under one month to go until the World Triathlon Championship Finals in Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and World Triathlon announced top international Olympic and Paralympic medalists confirmed to compete in November’s event, bringing world-class star power for spectators to enjoy in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi set to host 2022 World Sailing Annual Conference

Abu Dhabi will welcome delegates from across the globe for the 2022 World Sailing Annual Conference.

FOURTY-FIVE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATIONS SET TO COMPETE IN NEXT MONTH’S WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS IN ABU DHABI

A total of 45 National Federations have been confirmed to compete in next month’s World Triathlon Championship Finals 2022 Age Group races in Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, with Great Britain and the United States of America (USA) arrive with the two largest contingents of athletes.

Spartan World Championship Announces 48-Hour Flash Sale On All Participant Entries To Mark 50 Days To Go Countdown

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan – the world’s leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand – have announced a 10 per cent discount on entry fees for this year’s Spartan World Championship 2022. The new incentive, applicable across all race categories, is available for 48 hours only, starting from 12:01am on October 13 unti 11:59pm on October 14 to celebrate the 50-day countdown to the December 2-4 event.

Pogačar claims victory in Il Lombardia for second consecutive year

There was a repeat of the masterpiece of UAE Team Emirates from 12 months ago with Tadej Pogačar taking the win in Il Lombardia 2022 (Bergamo-Como, 253 km).

The Social Sector in Abu Dhabi Launches "Forever Fit" Program to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Senior Citizens

The Department of Community Development (DCD), Family Development Foundation, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and Mubadala Health they launched the ‘Forever Fit’ program in Abu Dhabi, the program is aimed at boosting healthy practices among the elderly population of the emirate, by using behavioral mechanisms. It offers numerous physical fitness regimes that assist in maintaining the highest level of health and wellbeing, resulting in enhanced personal, mental, and physical balance for a better life.

Inaugural Bike Abu Dhabi Festival to take place 7-13 November 2022

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayan, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, the inaugural Bike Abu Dhabi Festival is to take place in Abu Dhabi from 7 to 13 November, 2022.

UAE President receives delegation of teams from UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, received today at Qasr Al Bahr a delegation of the teams from the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation on the occasion of their coronation with several regional and international championships and titles for the year 2022.

The sixth edition for Fatima Bint Mubarak Women Sports Award charts a new path for the development and prosperity of Arab women’s sports locally and internationally

Under the patronage and support of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union, President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation "Mother of the Nation", His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of both the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Foundation for Charitable and Humanitarian Works, and Abu Dhabi Sports Council crowned the winners of the sixth Fatima Bint Mubarak Women Sports Award, as part of a solemn and exceptional ceremony that was held at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi on September 17, 2022. It is the first award of its kind in the region, aimed mainly at empowering women and highlighting their achievements in the sports sector. The event served as a festivity for Arab sports women and a celebration of their legacy.

Egypt Ministry of Youth and Sports announce registration for Zayed Charity Marathon 

The Ministry of Youth and Sports of Egypt announced the opening of registration for the Zayed Charity Marathon on Friday on their website https://www.emys.gov.eg.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed appoint new board of directors of Abu Dhabi Cycling Club

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, issued a decree to restructure the board of directors of the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club.

ADSC Active Hub attracts more than 37,000 participants in Abu Dhabi, Al Dhafrah and Al Ain since launch

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that the number of participants in its Active Hub has reached 37,468 since its launch in February this year, with an almost 50/50 split between males and females.

The Al Ain Water sponsored race brings back the community runners for the new season

The Al Ain Water sponsored Community race organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council held their first event in the vicinity of Tahnoun bin Zayed Stadium in Al Qattara on Sunday.
The race series to be held every week drew men and women runners from various levels and ages from distances across four different distances - one kilometre, 3km, 5km and 10km.
The community races are held with the aim of encouraging the healthy lifestyle and create a culture for the community to participate in sporting activities and exercises.

Daman Community Triathlon at Hudayriat Island heralds the new season

The Daman Community Triathlon, the first competition for the 2022-2023 season organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, took place at the Al Hudayriat Island in the capital city on Saturday.

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON ORGANISERS REVEAL NEW RACE ROUTE AND HOST OF CHANGES FOLLOWING PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK

The fourth edition of the increasingly popular ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon is expected to feature a record 20,000 participants tackling a stunning new city course that tours some of the UAE capital’s most prominent landmarks, organisers confirmed today ahead of the December 17 race.

ABU DHABI CRICKET & SPORTS HUB’S TOLERANCE OVAL AWARDED DAY/NIGHT ICC ACCREDITATION

"THIS BOLSTERS THE COUNTRY'S CRICKETING PRODUCT AND FURTHER ESTABLISHES THE UAE AS ONE OF THE WORLD'S BEST SPORTING DESTINATIONS" – EMIRATES CRICKET BOARD

BAHRAIN CLUB CROWNED CHAMPIONS OF FBMA GCC VOLLEYBALL CUP FOR LADIES TOURNAMENT

Bahrain Club defeated Sharjah Women’s Sports Team in an entertaining final to win the inaugural Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA) GCC Volleyball Cup for Ladies.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council launch ambitious Coach training program in 12 different sports

The course in four stages is set to offer licenses and certificate for 400 male and female trainers

Abu Dhabi Cricket rebrand ushers in new Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub era

Rebrand to better reflect region’s most dynamic multi-sport venu

REGISTRATIONS OPEN FOR 2022-23 ZAYED CRICKET ACADEMY SEASON

 ACADEMY TO BUILD ON BUMPER YEAR WITH 300+ REGISTERED KIDS AND 9 STUDENTS CALLED UP FOR UAE YOUTH NATIONAL TEAM CAMPS 

UAE President receives Emirati Jiu-Jitsu champions in World Games 2022

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received today the Emirati winners of the jiu-jitsu competition at the World Games 2022, which held in Birmingham, US state of Alabama, board of directors of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation and sponsors of the game.

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council preparative football tournament has drawn 28 teams in six age categories

Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s preparative football tournament got underway at the Baniyas Stadium in Al Shamkha on Sunday with 28 teams from the five capital’s clubs featuring across six age groups.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council launch Team Managers program to update and upgrade administrative system of Abu Dhabi clubs

Abu Dhabi Sports Council has launched a ‘Team Managers’ program to raise the efficiency and quality of performance that will boost the administrative system of the Abu Dhabi Clubs.

Youth players from five Abu Dhabi clubs travel to Manchester City Academy on Friday

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced a delegation of Under 16 players drawn from five Abu Dhabi Clubs to leave on a tour to the English city Manchester on Friday, August 12.

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON 2022 REVEALS NEW RACE SERIES EDITION IN BUILD-UP TO MAIN DECEMBER EVENT

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) have announced an all-new Race Series Edition to provide opportunities for the public to train across shorter distances ahead of the fourth edition of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, which is set to take place on 17 December 2022

Announcing the extension of the nomination period for the Fatima Bint Mubarak Women Sports Award

Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy has announced the extension of the nomination period for the Fatima Bin Mubarak Women Sports Award in its sixth edition till August 12th, 2022, after the initial closing date for candidacy was August 8th, 2022.

FATIMA BINT MUBARAK LADIES SPORTS ACADEMY (FBMA) TO HOST INAUGURAL GCC VOLLEYBALL CUP FOR LADIES IN ABU DHABI

The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA) is to host its inaugural GCC Volleyball Cup for Ladies tournament in Abu Dhabi as part of its ongoing efforts to develop local talent and provide regular opportunities.

Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival has drawn more than 1,000 players from 54 countries

The 28th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Festival gets underway at the Radisson Blu Hotel from August 16.
The 11-day tournament under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of both the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, and Abu Dhabi Sports Council has drawn over 1,000 players from 54 countries.
The event for a prize fund of Dh300,000 is staged under the supervision of Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Abu Dhabi Chess and Mind Games Club.

Important gains from Abu Dhabi Schools Champions camps in Manchester and Madrid

The summer training camps for the winning teams of the Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, which were held in the cities of Manchester and Madrid, concluded with important gains, which benefited 90 male and female students, including practical and theoretical lectures, friendly matches, and educational visits to the most prominent sports landmarks in the two cities.

14th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship hits record registration numbers

Jiu-jitsu practitioners from around the world are signing up in record numbers for the 14th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship (ADWPJJC), one of the greatest events on the international sports calendar, that will take place at the Jiu-Jitsu Arena in Zayed Sports City from 11th–19th November.

Egyptian Super Cup to be staged at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium on October 28

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced Hazza bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain to host the Egyptian Super Cup on October 28 (9pm UAE time).

Team Abu Dhabi runners - up at UIM F2 World championship Grand Prix of Poland

The annual Zayed Charity Run to be worked off in Abu Dhabi on November 19

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the Higher Organizing Committee of the Zayed Charitable Run signed a cooperation and partnership agreement in organising the annual event at the Erth Hotel on Tuesday.

Fatima Bint Mubarak Award Value exceeds a million and a half dirhams

The Fatima Bint Mubarak Women’s Sports Academy revealed the value and total prizes for Fatima Bint Mubarak Award for Women's Sports. The award is now open for nomination and registration until the 8^th of August 2022.

Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy announce nominations for the sixth Fatima Bint Mubarak Women’s Sports Award

Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced the opening of nominations for the sixth Fatima Bint Mubarak Women’s Sports Award.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed chairs members meeting of Abu Dhabi Sports Council

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, praised His Highness the President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the generous support and the ambitious development programs that embodies the vision of the wise leadership to build a sporting and healthy society.

Abu Dhabi Summer Sports, the largest sports event of its kind in the region, launched at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre

The long-awaited Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (ADSS) kicked off today at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the ideal indoor summer environment for sports and physical activities. The event, organized in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Sports Council, will continue until 31 August, with the goal of encouraging people to lead a healthy lifestyle.

Action-Packed Yas Island Events Calendar Unveiled

In a press conference today, along with its partners, Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, has announced a stellar calendar of events running from July 2022 until February 2023 on Yas Island. Promising memorable moments at each event for every guest, the unmissable line-up features everything from global sports championships and family-friendly excitement to top-artist concerts and exhilarating adventures.

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Celebrates 2021-2022 Season Winners

The Abu Dhabi Schools Champions 2021-2022 Season winning teams and best players were recognized at an Award Ceremony held on Saturday, June 25th, at Al-Jazira Club Dome in Abu Dhabi.

‘Burjeel Run’ was conducted by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in support of frontline workers

Abu Dhabi residents came together to participate in a special run held at Mohammed Bin Zayed City. The ‘Burjeel Run’, organized by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, put the spotlight on frontline workers who are helping to fight the spread of diseases and illness in our community. The event kicked off at 6.30 am and witnessed active participation from the public and frontline healthcare workers.

Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak participates in eighth International Day of Yoga in Abu Dhabi with more than 5,000 participants

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, led more than 5,000 participants to mark the eighth International Day of Yoga at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday.

Search is on for Ultimate Spartan Community Ambassadors!

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan, the world's leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand, have launched the 2022 Spartan World Championship Community Ambassador Programme, a campaign to raise awareness of the event among the wider UAE community.

2022 ABU DHABI T10 CONFIRMED FOR 23 NOVEMBER - 4 DECEMBER

YOUNG EMIRATI CYCLING STARS INVITED TO UAE TEAM EMIRATES’ SUMMER TRAINING CAMP

Two of the UAE’s most promising young cycling stars have been given the opportunity of a lifetime after UAE Team Emirates’ CEO Mauro Gianetti flew to Abu Dhabi to personally invite the talented duo to the team’s training camp in Europe this summer.

Abu Dhabi Cycling Club and Al Forsan International Sports Resort Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Abu Dhabi Cycling Club and Al Forsan International Sports Resort signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop, promote and enhance cycling activities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council officially becomes a strategic partner of the Argentine Football Association (AFA)

The Argentina Football Association (AFA) entered into a new strategic cooperation agreement with Abu Dhabi Sports Council, marking a historic event for Argentine football and its relationship with Abu Dhabi.

After a full day of non-stop and high speed chess action, the 4th FBMA Blitz Chess Tournament successfully crowns its champions

Maria Gevorgian was crowned the 4th FBMA Blitz Chess tournament winner. 

Nahyan bin Zayed attends opening of IFMA World Muaythai Championships 2022

H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), attended today the opening of the IFMA World Muaythai Championship 2022 at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center.

Announcement of the 4th Edition of Fatima Bint Mubarak Blitz Chess Tournament

Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, President of both the General Women’s Union and Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Chairwoman of Family Development Foundation "Mother of the Nation", the Fatima  bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy announces the 4th Edition of the Fatima bint Mubarak Blitz Chess Tournament, which will be held at Abu Dhabi ladies Club at 5pm in the evening of Saturday, May 28, 2022. With the number of entry registrations having reached more than 100 players, the most notable of names are 4 players who hold the title of "Grand International Master" (which is the most prominent title in the game). Maria Kevorkian from Armenia, Mehri Guldyaeva from Turkmenistan, Alina Nekruzova from Ukraine, Alexandra Grishna from Russia.In addition to the elite players at the national level, among the champions of the age groups, at the International and local level. With the guarantee of the participation of the most prominent players and notable names, top-ranked talent in the International Chess Federation world ranking system, the tournament and scheduled to follow the Swiss games system which consists of seven rounds. Contestants of all nationalities are more than welcome to participate, ages 7 years and above will be eligible to register.

Early Bird Tickets On Sale As Spartan World Championship Heads For Abu Dhabi With New Course At Al Wathba

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan, the world's leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand, have announced a limited amount of early discounts for registration, 200 days before the start of the second edition of the Spartan World Championship in the UAE capital.

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Gets Ready for the Season Finals

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, the official schools competition and talent discovery platform, organized by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, is getting ready for the Season Finals for all its sports, which will take place May 14^th and May 15^th in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi hosts meetings of the Council of the International Chess Federation, FIDE

The Asian Chess Federation held a press conference yesterday evening at the headquarters of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in the presence of Dr. Abdullah bin Salem Al Wahshi, CEO of the Asian Federation

Spartan to Hold 2022 World Championship in Abu Dhabi

Spartan, the world’s leading endurance sports and extreme wellness brand, announced today that the 2022 Spartan World Championship will return to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, where the best obstacle course racing athletes on the globe will take on a challenging new course, Dec. 3–4.

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed welcomes UAE jiu-jitsu heroes and members of Jiu-Jitsu World Championship organising committee

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, has received the UAE jiu-jitsu heroes and members of the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship organising committee. During the reception, His Highness praised the athletes’ achievements and commended the success of the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation in cementing Abu Dhabi’s position as a global jiu-jitsu hub.

UAE team wins Ice Hockey World Championship in Luxembourg

UAE team defeated Luxembourg, the hosts of the tournament, (8:1), at the Ice Hockey World Championship in Luxembourg, delivering an incredible win of the title.

The UAE national team scored a resounding victory over the Luxembourg team in their final match at the 2022 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship DIV III A.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council launch heritage sports project for the new generation

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) in cooperation with Abu Dhabi Falconers, Abu Dhabi Marine Sports and Abu Dhabi Equestrian Clubs, launched the heritage sports project for the next generations.

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Football Festival Concludes with Great Success

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced today that the Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Season Finals will take place in May, following the success conclusion of the Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Football Festival.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council Board of directors approves sports budget for the next phase

The Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) held its periodic meeting to discuss business developments and plans for the sports sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to provide initiatives and support as well as achieve community interaction for the next phase.

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON RETURNS IN DECEMBER WITH A COMMITMENT TO GROW THE UAE’S RUNNING COMMUNITY

Race organizers Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), today announced that the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon will take place on 17 December 2022. ADSC is also delighted to confirm that ADNOC will continue to be the Official Title Sponsor and Energy partner of the flagship event for the next three editions.

Al Masaood Automobiles Nissan and Abu Dhabi Sports Council ink partnership agreement

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced the signing of a partnership agreement with Al Masaood Automobiles.

Abu Dhabi Prepares To Host The World Triathlon Championship Finals

The finale of the 2022 global World Triathlon Championship Series will run from 23 – 26 November 2022. 

MA’AN AND ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL ANNOUNCE THE SECOND EDITION OF "AT YOUR OWN PACE” RUN

As part of its efforts to enhance social inclusion in Abu Dhabi, the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma'an has partnered with Abu Dhabi Sports Council, to stage the second edition of the ‘At Your Own Pace’ annual run. The event will be held on March 19, on Hudayriyat Island of Abu Dhabi.

Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club announces details of 22nd President of UAE Polo Cup

The Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club announced the details of the 22nd President of the UAE Polo Cup

Mansour bin Zayed receives UAE Muay Thai national team

H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, received a delegation from the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation and the UAE Muay Thai national team.

Fierce Competition in Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Knockout Stages

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions entered its city knockout stages with fierce competition in the games held on March 5-6 in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, with all players vying to qualify for the regional knockout stages.

Leaders Sport Business Summit Abu Dhabi is set to welcome over 400 senior industry executives to the Middle East

 With less than one week to go, Abu Dhabi is set to welcome over 400 senior industry executives to the Middle East

PETERHANSEL CLAIMS RECORD VICTORY IN ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE AS SUNDERLAND LANDS THIRD BIKES TITLE

Stephane Peterhansel underlined his place in the record books of the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge with an assured drive to victory today as Sam Sunderland saved his best until last to secure a third bikes title in the event.

Peterhansel edges towards new place in record books as pressure builds on Sunderland

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge has produced many final day dramas down the years, and another thrilling climax is assured as the rally returns from the spectacular
Al Dhafra dunes to the UAE capital.

Al Attiyah and Walkner fastest on Al Futtaim Toyota Stage

Two familiar names lead the way in the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge after a third day of intense rivalry between the world’s top drivers and riders among the spectacular Al Dhafra dunes.

HIGH DRAMA IN ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE AS PETERHANSEL, DOCHERTY GRAB EARLY ADVANTAGE

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge lived up to its reputation as one of the world’s most intriguing rallies on an opening day of high drama which brought vastly contrasting fortunes for some of the sport’s biggest names, while two local heroes stepped into the spotlight.

ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE TAKES ITS PLACE ON THRILLING NEW WORLD STAGE

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge takes its place on a thrilling new world stage for cross country rallying over the next five days, with the cream of the sport’s international talent battling for honours in spectacular fashion.

STAKES ARE HIGH AS ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge has a history of making and breaking world title ambitions, and the stakes will be even higher when the event launches into a new era for cross country rallying at the weekend.

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions competition continues with greater engagement

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, the official inter-school multi-sports competition organized by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, was off to a strong start in the handball, volleyball and athletics competitions last weekend in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

ABU DHABI T20 COMMUNITY CUP LAUNCHES NEW STRATEGIC VISION FOR CRICKET IN ABU DHABI

Both Abu Dhabi Cricket Council (ADCC) and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) hope the inaugural Abu Dhabi T20 Community Cup can propel community cricketers towards Team Abu Dhabi programs and the UAE national team as part of its strategy for developing the game in the country.

Tadej Pogacar wins the UAE Tour The Slovenian rider also conquers the last stage

Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) has won the fourth edition of the UAE Tour, the one and only UCI WorldTour race in the Middle East, organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council. Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) and Pello Bilbao (Bahrain Victorious) complete the final podium.

Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) has won Stage 7, the Mubadala Stage, 148km from Al Ain - Jebel Hafeet, ahead of Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) and Pello Bilbao (Bahrain Victorious). 

GENERAL CLASSIFICATION
1 - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates)
2 - Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) at 22"
3 - Pello Bilbao (Bahrain Victorious) at 48"

PROVISIONAL STAGE RESULT
1 - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates), 148km in 3h20’24”, average speed 44.311km/h
2 - Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) at 1"
3 - Pello Bilbao (Bahrain Victorious) at 5"

OFFICIAL JERSEYS

• Red Jersey, General Classification. Sponsor: International Holding Company - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates)
• Green Jersey, Points Classification. Sponsor: Italian Trade Agency (ICE) - Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Fenix)
• White Jersey, Young Rider Classification. Sponsor: Nakheel - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates)
• Black Jersey, Intermediate Sprint Classification. Sponsor: Abu Dhabi Aviation - Dmitrii Strakhov (Gazprom-Rusvelo)

Speaking seconds after the stage finish Tadej Pogacar, winner of the  fourth edition of the UAE Tour said: "I'm super happy to take a win at Jebel Hafeet for a third time. It suits me well. We were riding for the stage win today, Joao [Almeida] tried to attack to steal the win but Adam [Yates] was very strong and covered it. Then we switched focus to the sprint. At one moment I was really suffering but luckily Adam slowed down too. Winning the UAE Tour was a really big goal for the team. I'm super proud and very happy, thanks to everyone for their support.”

Vacek wins Stage 6 of the UAE Tour Pogacar retains the Red Jersey

Mathias Vacek (Gazprom-Rusvelo) has won Stage 6, the Expo 2020 Dubai Stage, of the fourth edition of the UAE Tour (organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council), 180km from Expo 2020 Dubai to Expo 2020 Dubai, ahead of breakaway companions Paul Lapeira (AG2R Citroen Team) and Dmitrii Strakhov (Gazprom-Rusvelo). 

Philipsen wins Stage 5 of the UAE Tour, Pogacar extends his lead

Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Fenix) has won Stage 5, the Marjan Stage, of the fourth edition of the UAE Tour, organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, 182km from Ras al Khaimah Corniche to Al Marjan Island, ahead of Olav Kooij (Jumbo-Visma) and Sam Bennett (BORA - hansgrohe). 

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Witness Strong Competition In First Two Weeks of Phase 2

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions competitions, which saw teams from Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra schools faced off against other, witnessed strong competition over the first two weeks of Phase 2.  Abu Dhabi Schools Champions is organized by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, based on its vision to support school sports based on its fundamental role in elevating the level of sports in the nation.

Pogacar wins Stage 4 of the UAE Tour and is the new Red Jersey

Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) has won Stage 4, the Burjeel Medical City Stage, of the fourth edition of the UAE Tour (organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council), 181km from Fujairah Fort to Jebel Jais, ahead of Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) and Aleksandr Vlasov (BORA - hansgrohe). 

Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) is the new leader of the GC and has been awarded the Red Jersey.

PROVISIONAL STAGE RESULT

1 - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates), 181km in 4h49’24”, average speed 37.525km/h

2 - Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) s.t.

3 - Aleksandr Vlasov (BORA - hansgrohe) s.t.

OFFICIAL JERSEYS

Red Jersey, General Classification. Sponsor: International Holding Company - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates)

Green Jersey, Points Classification. Sponsor: Italian Trade Agency (ICE) - Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Fenix)

White Jersey, Young Rider Classification. Sponsor: Nakheel: - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates)

Black Jersey, Intermediate Sprint Classification. Sponsor: Abu Dhabi Aviation - Dmitrii Strakhov (Gazprom-Rusvelo)

GENERAL CLASSIFICATION

1 - Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates)

2 - Filippo Ganna (Ineos Grenadiers) at 2"

3 - Aleksandr Vlasov (BORA - hansgrohe) at 13"

Speaking seconds after the stage finish, the stage winner Tadej Pogacar said: "It feels amazing to win. It was a hard finale but the team work was super strong today. It was a fast climb with a lot of climbers attacking left and right. The team brought me to the final sprint and I did my best. I'm super happy to take the stage and the jersey today and kick-off the year with a win.”

Bissegger wins Stage 3 of the UAE Tour and is the new Red Jersey

Stefan Bissegger (EF Education - Easypost) has won Stage 3, the G42 Stage presented by Tissot Stage, of the fourth edition of the UAE Tour (organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council), a 9km ITT in Ajman, ahead of Filippo Ganna (Ineos Grenadiers) and Tom Dumoulin (Jumbo-Visma). 

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed greets cyclists starting stage two of the UAE Tour from Abu Dhabi’s Hudayriyat Island

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office, today greeted cyclists as they started stage two of the UAE Tour from Abu Dhabi’s main cycling hub Hudayriyat Island.

Cavendish wins Stage 2 of the UAE Tour

Mark Cavendish (Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl Team) has won Stage 2, the International Holding Company Stage, of the fourth edition of the UAE Tour (organised by Abu Dhabi Sports Council), 176km from Hudayriyat Island to Abu Dhabi Breakwater, ahead of Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Fenix) and Pascal Ackermann (UAE Team Emirates). 

Jasper Philipsen takes maiden victory at the UAE Tour

Belgian ace outsprints Sam Bennett and Elia Viviani at Madinat Zayed.

Stage winner press conference video is available below.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council completes preparations for the launch of the UAE Tour

20 international teams announce their readiness for the opening race of 2022

Abu Dhabi Sports Council And The Reach Campaign Organise ‘reaching The Last Mile’ Charity Run In Collaboration With Daman To Raise Funds To End Neglected Tropical Diseases

The ‘Reaching the Last Mile’ community run will take place on 19 February, 2022 at Yas Bay Waterfront, Abu Dhabi.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino hails "fantastic" Abu Dhabi after FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™

FIFA president Gianni Infantino: "I think that it's been a fantastic event here in Abu Dhabi."

2022 UAE Tour: Bennett, Cavendish, Groenewegen, Viviani & Ganna to target stage wins

The UAE Tour race organisers, Abu Dhabi Sports Council are pleased to today reveal eight world-class riders expected to compete for stage victories at the fourth edition of the UAE Tour, beginning on February 20

Leaders announce the first speakers set to explore the New Dynamics of Sport at the Leaders Sport Business Summit Abu Dhabi

In just a months’ time, the global sport business industry will descend on the Middle East for the Leaders Sport Business Summit Abu Dhabi, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Sports Council. The first speakers to feature at the Summit have now been revealed. These industry leaders will be speaking across two days of content at the world-renowned Yas Marina Circuit on 16 – 17 March 2022. They’ll explore the new dynamics of global sport across four core topic areas: Leadership, Technology, Creativity and Experience.

Yas Racing’s Somoud bounces back to retain President’s Cup in Abu Dhabi

The prestigious President Cup fixture in Abu Dhabi was officially highlighted by the 2,200-metre Purebred Arabian Group 1 version of the coveted prize and won by a resurgent Somoud, defending his crown in gritty fashion.

Abu Dhabi Break new Guinness World Records™ title for The Largest Sand Image

Abu Dhabi Sports Aviation Club have succeeded in breaking the Guinness World Records™ title for The Largest Sand Image with 23,267.57 m² where the Official Attempt took place on the 30th of January 2022, in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi to host FIBA 3x3 World Tour Final 2022

The final of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour’s 11^th edition will take place in Abu Dhabi on December 9-10, 2022.

Chelsea crowned world champions in Abu Dhabi with extra-time win over Palmeiras in FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021 final

Chelsea are world champions for the first time after a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in extra-time of the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021 final on Saturday.

A total of 32,871 fans at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium witnessed the reigning UEFA Champions League holders make history on a memorable night in the UAE capital.

2022 UAE Tour: Pogačar, A. Yates & Dumoulin set to battle for leader’s Red Jersey

The UAE Tour race organisers, Abu Dhabi Sports Council are pleased to today reveal a host of GC contenders expected to compete in the fourth edition of the one and only UCI World Tour race in the Middle East, starting February 20. 

Emirates International Endurance Village completes preparations for 23rd President of UAE Endurance Cup

Under the patronage and monitoring of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, the Emirates International Endurance Village has completed its preparations to hold the 23rd President of UAE Endurance Cup on Sunday.

2022 UAE Tour: team entry list announced

The UAE Tour race organisers, Abu Dhabi Sports Council are pleased to announce the twenty teams set to race the fourth edition of the one and only WorldTour race in the Middle East. Seventeen UCI WorldTeams will be joined by three UCI ProTeams on the start line of the race, which will run from 20 to 26 February across seven stages.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Emirates School Establishment and Palms Sports launch "Active Hub"

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council, in cooperation with the Emirates Schools Establishment and Palms Sports launched the "Active Hub" program which aims to provide public access to the sports facilities available in 20 schools across the Emirate of Abu Dhab. The facilities will be accessible after official working hours for male and female students, their families, and all members of the society.

Mansour bin Zayed receives AFC President

H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Monday received, in Qasr Al Watan, Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, President of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).

UAE's Al Jazira thrash Tahiti's AS Pirae in FIFA Club World Cup opener

ournament hosts Al Jazira will meet Saudi Al Hilal in the next round of the FIFA Club World Cup on Sunday after thrashing Tahiti's AS Pirae 4-1 today int he UAE capital.

9,000 fans book Ahly FIFA Club World Cup semi-finals with Palmeiras

Without several players who will play the final of CAF Africa Cup of Nations tomorrow, Egyptian giants Al Ahly edged Mexico's CF Monterrey to book the Reds a meeting with Palmeiras in the Abu Dhabi-hosted FIFA Club World Cup semi-finals for the second year running.

2022 UAE Tour: fourth edition of race further strengthens region’s cycling culture 

In February 2019, the first ever UAE Tour began, taking a professional peloton of more than one hundred riders on a whistlestop tour of the Emirates across seven stages of racing.

FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ Mobile Roadshow stops at the EXPO 2020 Sport Arena

The FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ Mobile roadshow featured at EXPO 2020 over three days at the venue of the world’s largest event of its kind, in the Sports Arena.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council Announces the Success of ‘Abu Dhabi Schools Champions’ First Phase

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced today the successful completion of Abu Dhabi Schools Champions’ Season 2 first phase with 14,337 students participating from 105 schools.

Promoting an active Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Mubadala renew joint commitment to building a healthy community

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala) agreed to continue their ongoing partnership to build a healthy and active community in Abu Dhabi. The partnership will continue to see Mubadala sponsor a series of community and international sporting events, and also go further to support ADSC to drive forward Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a vibrant and exciting destination.

Perfection for Pieters as he claims Rolex Series glory in Abu Dhabi

Thomas Pieters became the first Belgian to win a Rolex Series event after outlasting a star-studded field with a superb display of poise and composure to claim the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship title.

Junior Golf flourishing in UAE with HSBC Future Falcons and Abu Dhabi Sports Council

As co-title partner, HSBC marks its 12^th year of world-class golf at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, they are also celebrating a record number of girls on the HSBC Future Falcons grassroots golf initiative.

Jamieson eyes up maiden Rolex Series title in Abu Dhabi

Scott Jamieson will aim to become just the second wire-to-wire Rolex Series winner as he clung on to his lead at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, carding a superb birdie on the final hole to move one clear of Shane Lowry and Thomas Pieters.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS STARS RECEIVE GOLF CLINIC WITH MAJOR WINNER PADRAIG HARRINGTON

Four of the UAE Special Olympics Golf team were invited to an exclusive skills clinic with Major winner and 2020 Ryder Cup Europe Captain Pádraig Harrington, in line with the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship at Yas Links.

SCOTT STAYS STEADY IN DESERT WINDS AS STARS LIE IN WAIT

Scott Jamieson maintained his one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, where Ryder Cup stars Viktor Hovland, Ian Poulter, Shane Lowry and Thomas Pieters were among the many players in close pursuit after a blustery second round of the DP World Tour season's opening Rolex Series event.

Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi’s Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck make an exciting appearance at Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship on Yas Island

Two beloved characters snuck in a quick round of golf before global stars including Collin Morikawa, Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland tee off today at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship.

Ahead of the tournament, starting today, Yas Links was invaded by Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi residents Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck, who received an impromptu golfing lesson from some of the world’s best professionals.

2022 UAE Tour: route, jerseys and sponsors announced

Two summit finishes (Jebel Hafeet and Jebel Jais), four sprint stages and a time trial in the city of Ajman form the route of the UAE Tour’s fourth edition, starting on 20 February. 

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan honours winner of Longines Grand Prix category at FBMA International Show Jumping Cup 2022

The 9^th edition of the prestigious international championship concluded successfully with more than 230 riders from over 20 countries participating across 18 categories in the three-day competition

UAE National Ahmad Skaik to share the spotlight with world stars McIlroy and Morikawa at Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Ahmad Skaik is set to line up alongside Major winners Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa and Adam Scott at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, from January 20-23, following an invite from Abu Dhabi Sports Council as the Number One ranked UAE National Amateur.

World-famous entertainers Brian McFadden and The International Playboys to headline Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, joining world class golfers for Yas Island spectacle

Former Westlife singer Brian McFadden, rock band The International Playboys, and The Trick Shot Boys are confirmed to perform at the prestigious Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship next week, Abu Dhabi Sports Council and DP World Tour have announced.

FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ roadshow set to kick off as fan excitement builds

Dhabi is leaping back into action as the competition’s Official Mascot

Leaders Sport Business Summit Abu Dhabi returns for 2022 to explore the new dynamics of global sport

 in partnership with Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Leaders returns to the world-renowned Yas Marina Circuit. On 16 - 17 March 2022

The FBMA International Show Jumping Cup 2022 welcomes back the world’s best riders to Abu Dhabi

The 9^th edition of the prestigious competition sees more than 230 riders from over 20 countries compete across 18 categories for a total prize pot of AED685,000

Defending Champion Hatton joined in Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship field by Fleetwood, Lowry and Westwood

Tyrrell Hatton will tee it up in Abu Dhabi alongside fellow former champions Tommy Fleetwood, Shane Lowry, and Lee Westwood

Last-minute tickets for FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ now available from just 20 AED

The last-minute sales phase for the FIFA Club World Cup 2021™ presented by Alibaba Cloud, will start online today, 7 January.

Visa Presale offers exclusive chance to purchase FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ tickets online starting from 2 January, 12pm

Visa cardholders have an exclusive presale window for FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ presented by Alibaba Cloud tickets from 2 January until 7 January 2022

THE SPORTING CAPITAL OF THE FUTURE: ETIHAD ARENA IS THE IDEAL LOCATION FOR INTERNATIONAL EVENTS SAY ELITE ATHLETES AND SPORTING EXPERTS

As the celebration of aquatics continues at the FINA World Swimming Championship (25m) at Etihad Arena

AQUATICS STARS HONOURED AT FINA WORLD AQUATICS GALA IN ABU DHABI

Leading names in aquatics who excelled during sporting events in 2021

YOUNG ASPRING SWIMMERS TRAIN WITH OLYMPIC CHAMPION FLORIAN WELLBROCK AT ETIHAD ARENA

Aspiring young swimmers were in for a treat on Friday as Germany’s Olympic Champion Florian Wellbrock jumped in to join the fun

Well, probably

Located on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, in a freshly-shaped environment, next to the brand new Formula One racing course, Etihad Arena features everything a multipurpose complex has to offer today. And even more – it was constructed to be in line with the latest sustainability requirements and serves not only the present but the future generations as well.

ITALIAN SWIMMING WORLD RECORD HOLDER, GREGORIO PALTRINIERI, TAKES PART IN ENVIRONMENT AGENCY- ABU DHABI AND FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS’ (25M) AL BAHIA BEACH CLEAN-UP

The long-distance swimmer joins more than 20 volunteers to help clean up Al Bahia Beach in Abu Dhabi

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Attends the Opening Ceremony of FINA World Swimming Championships (25m)

ETIHAD ARENA TRANSFORMS INTO ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE AND STATE-OF-THE-ART SWIMMING DESTINATION FOR THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25m)

Within 14 days, turned into an architectural masterpiece and a global swimming destination....

THE UAE SWIMMING FEDERATION ANNOUNCES THE ADDITION OF FOUR EMIRATI WILDCARDS TO ELITE ROSTER FOR FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M)

The UAE Swimming Federation has announced the joining of a new group of swimmers representing the UAE national team in the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m), which will be held from 16-21 December 2021 at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island.

ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL LAUNCHES LINE-UP OF FREE-FOR-ALL COMMUNITY INITIATIVES

A range of complimentary swimming clinics, water safety awareness workshops and mascot tours are active across the UAE ahead of the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) in December.

Free general admission tickets to see stars in action at 2022 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and the DP World Tour today announced free general admission tickets for all tournament days of the 2022 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship at Yas Island, the opening Rolex Series event of the season from January 20-23.

Top Abu Dhabi Swimming Talent Compete in Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Swimming Festival

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced the successful completion of the Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Swimming Festival, which was held yesterday afternoon at the Mohamed bin Zayed City Olympic Swimming Complex.

France wins the World Spartan Championship team title; event attracts an impressive 4,500 participants

The championship witnessed the participation of 4,500 male and female competitors, representing more than 50 countries who participated in 12 races. The races were divided into different age groups spread across a variety of competitions, drawing both locally based and international participants.

Canadians Ryan Atkins and Lindsey Webster win the Spartan World Championships in Liwa amidst the UAE’s fiftieth National Day festivities

Canadians Ryan Atkins and his wife Lindsey Webster have been crowned the Spartan World Champions in the elite categories for men and women respectively. The event was held yesterday, Friday, December 3, in the Liwa Desert, Moreeb Hill, in the Al Dhafra region, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in partnership with the Spartan World Foundation for the first time outside the USA in the Middle East.

The first ever Middle Eastern World Spartan Championship kicks off in Liwa tomorrow

The World Spartan Championship will kick off on Friday, December 3, 2021 at the Liwa Desert in the Al Dhafra region. The Middle Eastern edition of the event marks the first time the championship will be held outside of the USA and is organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in cooperation with the Spartan World Foundation.

World Spartan Championship elite athletes arrive in Abu Dhabi tomorrow

The elite athletes participating in the first ever Middle Eastern edition of the World Spartan Championship, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in cooperation with the Spartan International Foundation, will arrive in Abu Dhabi tomorrow.

2021 Spartan World Championship Liwa Schedule

The first ever Middle Eastern edition of the Spartan World Championship gets underway in Liwa on 3 December with the Elite Men’s event which starts at 3:00 PM, followed by the Elite Women’s at 3:30 PM.

From 4:15-4:45 PM, the ADSC Invite Kids’ Race will be conducted over a 2-mile start. This will be followed by another race for kids run over a 1/2 mile + 1 mile start, from 4:45-6:00 PM.

GLOBAL SWIMMING TALENT TO BRING A-LIST STAR POWER TO ABU DHABI FOR THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M)

In another exciting development, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced an array of top international swimmers confirmed to participate in the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m), bringing world-class star power for spectators to enjoy in Abu Dhabi.

Spartan Agoge Endurance Challenge kicks off in Liwa Desert ahead of the Spartan World Championship

The two-day Spartan Agoge Challenge kicked off in the Liwa desert, as part of the lead-up to the Spartan World Championship in Abu Dhabi, hosted for the first time ever in the Middle East on 3 December.

Daman Challenge draws in 700 participants, an exceptional success in its first edition

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the National Health Insurance Company – Daman announced the success of the Daman Challenge, which saw the participation of more than 700 people from all segments of society. The Daman Challenge is a four-week social initiative that aims to motivate people to lose weight, follow a healthy diet, and exercise, while emphasising the company’s commitment to building a healthy, active and disease-free society.

Abu Dhabi gears up for the First Ever Middle Eastern Spartan World Championship held at Liwa

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council in cooperation with the Spartan World Foundation has completed preparations for the World Spartan Championship to be held at the Liwa Desert, Mureeb Hill, in the Al Dhafra region from December 2-5. It is the first time that the Championship will be hosted outside the United States of America and is also the first of its kind to be conducted in the Middle East.

TITUS EKIRU AND JUDITH KORIR WIN THE 2021 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Following a highly competitive race, Titus Ekiru and Judith Jeptum Korir crossed the finish line as the winners of the 2021 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon.

THE 2021 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON RETURNS WITH HUGE SUCCESS

The ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon returned to the capital this weekend, signaling the safe and successful return of mass-participation sporting events.

FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2021™ draw to take place on 29 November

Tournament to feature top club of each confederation and host country UAE

WORLD-CLASS ELITE RUNNERS ARE SET FOR STRONG COMPETITION AT THE 2021 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Titus Ekiru, Abel Kirui, and Eunice Chumba among the international athletes to run in the 2021 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 

Morikawa to make Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship debut alongside McIlroy at Yas Links

Newly-crowned DP World Rankings winner Collin Morikawa will make his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship debut

TOP ARAB SWIMMING TALENT SET TO JOIN TUNISIAN OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST AHMED HAFNAOUI AT THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) ABU DHABI

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has confirmed three more star-athletes from the MENA region will be lining up alongside Tunisian Olympic gold medalist Ahmed Hafnaoui at the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m), taking place at Etihad Arena in Yas Island from 16-21 December.

ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL ISSUES CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS TO SUPPORT AT THE UPCOMING FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) IN DECEMBER

Abu Dhabi Sports Council has issued a call for over 1,000 volunteers to support the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) and the World Aquatics Festival taking place from December 15-21 on Yas Island.

WORLD’S FASTEST MAN OF 2021 TO PARTICIPATE AT THE ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Race organiser, Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), and race title sponsor, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), today announced the addition of another top athlete to the elite category to join the exceptional line-up of world-class athletes in the third edition of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon.

FOUR MORE WORLD-CLASS ELITE ATHLETES CONFIRMED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2021 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Elite Kenyan male athletes, Reuben Kiprop Kipyego, defending ADNOC Marathon 2019 champion and Abel Kirui confirmed by organisers 

The World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi 2021 comes to a successful close

Yas Marina Circuit was buzzing with excitement today, as aspiring triathletes, spectators and families gathered for the community events and races hosted by the World Triathlon Championships Series Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman.

World Triathlon Championships Series Abu Dhabi sees stellar performance from world’s best triathlon athletes

Presented by Daman, the event saw the participation of 49 in the Men’s elites from 26 countries, women’s elites saw 58 participation from 19 countries and para-triathlon saw the participation of 91 para-athletes from 26 countries

Olympic and Paralympic stars land in Abu Dhabi for the World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi presented by Daman

The world’s best triathletes have arrived in Abu Dhabi ready for this weekend’s World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi presented by Daman.

UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation has ‘high hopes’ as local heroes prepare to face world’s best at back-to-back major championships in Abu Dhabi

The UAEJJF held a meeting with strategic partners to finalise plans for the JJWC, which takes place from 3-11 November at Abu Dhabi’s Jiu-Jitsu Arena, and ADWPJJC, from 14-19 November at the same venue, the home of jiu-jitsu.

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed receives ‘Bike City’ label from UCI, launches new enabling platform 'Bike Abu Dhabi'

Sheikh Khaled received the label at a special ceremony at Hudayriyat Island cycling track in Abu Dhabi, which was also attended by Aref Hamad Al Awani, Secretary General of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, as well as David Lappartient, President of the UCI.

Over 320kg of Waste Collected During Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi and FINA World Swimming Championships’ (25m) Al Bahia Beach Clean-Up

As part of its efforts to protect and enhance Abu Dhabi’s marine ecosystems, on Saturday 30^th October, the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) organized a successful beach clean-up, along Al Bahia Beach, Abu Dhabi.

Team Riga storm their way to victory at the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters 2021

After two days, 14 teams, 22 games and almost 600 exhilarating points, it all came down to one: Serbia’s Team Riga were crowned champions of The FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters 2021.

We’ve come home”
FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters returns with a bang

The FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters 2021 kicked off with style today, as residents from across the UAE gathered at the Kaser Al Amwaj on the Abu Dhabi Corniche, to witness some of best 3x3 basketball action in the world.

IT’S GAME TIME: 
FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters 2021 swooshes into town

Olympic athletes, Team Abu Dhabi and elite 3x3 basketballers set to clash for podium glory

Exclusive First-Look Images Of FINA World Swimming Championships (25M) Main Pool Revealed To Celebrate 50-Day Countdown

Abu Dhabi is due to host the event for the first time at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena from 16 – 21 December 2021

The 30th edition of Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge takes place from 5-11 November

The 30th Abu Dhabi Desert Rally takes place from 5-11 November under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative of the Al Dhafra region.

UAE Tour set to open UCI WorldTour calendar in February 2022

The UAE Tour, now in its fourth edition, will kick-start the UCI WorldTour calendar from 20-26 February 2022, starting and finishing in Abu Dhabi

TUNISIAN OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST, AHMED HAFNAOUI, CONFIRMED FOR THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) ABU DHABI IN DECEMBER

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that Olympic gold medalist, Ahmed Hafnaoui from Tunisia will compete in the upcoming FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) which is set to take place at Etihad Arena from 16-21 December.

MEDALS AND ELITE ATHLETES REVEALED FOR THE ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON 2021

Four medal designs unveiled for the respective race categories 

Abu Dhabi Sports Council Launches Abu Dhabi Schools Champions 2021/2022 Season

Kick off in October 2021 and the finals festival to take place in March 2022 

Olympic champions and ‘Team Abu Dhabi’ confirmed to play at FIBA 3x3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters 2021

UAE community event QUEST gives local basketball talent exclusive opportunity to play against Tokyo Olympic stars 

UAE Team Emirates pair honoured with Golden Visa

Pogačar and Gianetti presented with prestigious title in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL ANNOUNCE TICKET SALES FOR THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) IN DECEMBER

This year’s Championships will take place over six days from 16 – 21 December at Etihad Arena 

Abu Dhabi to host the FIFA Club World Cup™️ for the fifth time

The FIFA Club World Cup™️ returns to Abu Dhabi for the fifth time, FIFA, the UAE Football Association and the Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced today.

Stunning line-up of the world’s leading triathletes set for World Championship Series Abu Dhabi presented by Daman

Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced the Elite Start List, which boasts an array of Olympic and Paralympic stars, set to delight the crowds in Abu Dhabi this November

Heralds new era for Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Abu Dhabi Sports Council selects Yas Links on Yas Island to host the 2022 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

Abu Dhabi Sports Council launches ACTIV 150, a fitness program for the social sector

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) in cooperation with the Department of Community Development and with the support of Mubadala Health has launched a fitness program under the banner of “Let’s stay healthy together” for employees of the social sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

OFFICIAL ABU DHABI DELEGATION VISITS FINA HQ IN LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND, TO CONTINUE PREPARATIONS FOR UPCOMING AQUATICS FESTIVAL

The Official Abu Dhabi Delegation visited FINA HQ in Lausanne, Switzerland, the governing body for aquatics worldwide, to continue key preparations for the highly anticipated FINA World Swimming Championships (25m), which is taking place at Yas Island’s hugely impressive Etihad Arena from 16 – 21 December, featuring more than one thousand athletes, representing more than 180 nationalities. 

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council and RCS Sport renew partnership for the organisation of the UAE Tour

The agreement for the organisation of the one and only World Tour race in the Middle East has been renewed for another three years.

Mohamed bin Zayed receives official t-shirt of 3rd ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received, from H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, the official t-shirt of the third edition of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon.

Mohamed bin Zayed issues resolution to restructure board of Abu Dhabi Sports Council

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has issued a resolution to restructure the board of Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), chaired by His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON 2021 NOW EXTENDED TO FAMILY MEMBERS AGED 6 TO 70

All family members aged six to 70 years old are now permitted to participate in the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon on 26^th November, with organizers Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), and race title sponsor, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) today confirming the newly expanded age categories.

Abu Dhabi Community Tri-Basketball Championship in search for UAE’s best ballers to represent Team Abu Dhabi Team at FIBA’s 3X3 World Championship

Qualifiers will be held on 8 and 15 October with finals on 22 October

Joe De Sena overwhelmed by Spartan World Championships venue at Liwa

It’s the first time ever the Spartan World Championship is staged outside the United States of American and the first of its kind in the Middle East.

Tokyo Olympic stars to feature as World Basketball 3X3 Championship returns to Abu Dhabi

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced hosting the Abu Dhabi Masters World 3X3 Basketball in cooperation with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), on October 29-30 in an especially built arena at AlKaser, Abu Dhabi Corniche.

ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL AND ADNOC UNVEIL THREE MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE 2021 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Organizer, Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), and race title sponsor, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), have announced the race routes, prize purse and official T-shirt design for the third edition of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, set to take place on Friday, 26^th November.

SERIES ABU DHABI PRESENTED BY DAMAN AGENDA, WELCOMING A PROFESSIONAL FIELD OF ATHLETES OF DETERMINATION

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) announced today that the World Triathlon Para Championships will be added to the event schedule at the upcoming World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi presented by Daman taking place on Yas Island on 5-6 November. After sadly missing out on the 2020 World Championships due to the pandemic, the world’s best para triathletes will now gather on Yas Island on the first weekend of November, just two months after their incredible performances at the Paralympic races in Tokyo.

Daman and Abu Dhabi Sports Council announce community health challenge and sponsorship of key UAE sporting events

The National Health Insurance Company – Daman, in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has launched the community-centred Daman Challenge. Focused on encouraging community members to maintain healthy weights through conscious dieting and regular exercise, the month-long challenge demonstrates Daman’s sustained commitment to shaping a healthier community in the UAE, helping members adopt active lifestyle habits.

AQUATICS FESTIVAL ADDED TO THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) SCHEDULE TO CELEBRATE 100 DAY COUNTDOWN

To mark the 100-day countdown, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council is excited to announce that an Aquatics Festival will now take place in parallel with the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) featuring additional FINA disciplines (diving, high diving and open water).

Two community races and qualifiers for the Spartan World Championship 2021

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Spartan Arabia have announced two community races and qualifiers for the Spartan World Championships that will be hosted in Abu Dhabi from 2 – 5 of December 2021 in the Al Dhafra District at Liwa City for the first time in the Middle East and outside of the United States.

Al Akbery becomes the First Person to Obtain a D Disciplinary License Approved by the AFC

Former international football player for the Al Wahda Football Club Ahmed Al-Akbari, and coach of the emerging football team for the hearing impaired at Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination, has passed the unique "kick-off" training program organized by the Emirates Football Association, becoming the first person of determination to obtain the D license, to provide training approved by the AFC, securing his career as a coach and becoming an inspiration to all of us.

NIKE ANNOUNCED AS THE OFFICIAL TECHNICAL SPONSOR FOR THE UPCOMING 2021 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Organizer, Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and race title sponsor, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), today, announced Nike as the official technical sponsor for the 2021 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon.

ABU DHABI CRICKET CONCLUDES HISTORIC YEAR OF HOSTING INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Abu Dhabi Cricket (ADC), the UAE capital’s distinguished multi-purpose sports facility, has entered the challenging 2020/21 season record books having hosted more ICC-approved international matches than any other global operation, further cementing its standing as a world-leading cricket venue.

ABU DHABI CONTINUES TO BUILD TOWARDS HOSTING FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) WITH THREE BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council revealed the latest developments and preparations for hosting the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) scheduled to take place at Yas Island’s hugely impressive Etihad Arena from 16-21 December, along with the FINA World Aquatics Convention, highlighting Abu Dhabi as a global destination for major sporting events and competitions.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed names Board of Directors of Fatima bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, issued a decree to restructure the board of directors of Fatima bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy,

Suspended in March due to the spate of Coronavirus cases in Pakistan..

The sixth season of the Pakistan Premier League (PSL) resumed at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi.

THIRD EDITION OF ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON TO TAKE PLACE IN NOVEMBER AS REGISTRATION FOR 2021 OPENS

The third edition of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon is set to take place on 26 November 2021, as registration commences with attractive early bird discounts. Organizer, Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and race title sponsor, the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), announced today that the event will take place with robust safety precautions in place to safeguard the health and wellbeing of participants and spectators following the postponement of the 2020 race due to Covid-19.

The stunning Liwa desert in western region of Abu Dhabi gears up for the Spartan World Championship 2021 in December

The Spartan World Championship will take place in the Liwa desert located in the western region of Abu Dhabi from December 2-5, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, announced.

ABU DHABI’S ETIHAD ARENA TO HOST THE FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIPS (25M) IN DECEMBER

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) announced the capital city is to host the 15th FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) in December for the first time in history and, in an exciting development, with less than eight months to go until the best short-course swimmers from across the globe descend on the country for what promises to be a spectacular occasion., the official brand logo has now been revealed.

Daman partners with Abu Dhabi Cycling Club to further community sports

In the presence of His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the National Health Insurance Company – Daman and the Abu Dhabi Cycling Club have signed a strategic partnership to support sport and fitness events which encourage community health and wellbeing.

Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (“ZHO”) organizes the 2021 World Shooting Para Sport World Cup Competitions

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Board of Trustees of Zayed CharitableHumanitarian Foundation (ZayedCHF) and Chairman of Board ofDirectors of Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), ZHO organizes the 2021 World Shooting Para Sport World Cup Competitions from March15th to March 25th on the Shooting Range in Al Ain Equestrian

Jonas Vingegaard wins Stage 5, the Impossible Is Possible Stage, of the UAE Tour Tadej Pogačar retains the Red Jersey

Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma) has won Stage 5, the Impossible Is Possible Stage, of the third edition of the UAE Tour, ahead of Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) and Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers). Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) retains the lead of the GC and wears the Red Jersey.

Tadej Pogačar wins Stage 3 of the UAE Tour and increases his lead in the GC

Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) has won Stage 3, the Strata Stage, of the third edition of the UAE Tour, ahead of Adam Yates (Ineos Grenadiers) and Sergio Andres Higuita Garcia (EF Education - Nippo). Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates) increases his lead in the GC and retains the Red Jersey.

Mathieu van der Poel makes history at the UAE Tour

The Dutch champion wins in Al Mirfa after a wind-affected spectacular ADNOC Stage.

G42 joins as an official partner of the UAE Tour

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and G42, an Abu Dhabi-based, leading AI and cloud computing company, signed an agreement to become an official partner of the UAE Tour 2021.

VPS Burjeel Hospital is official medical service provider for UAE Tour

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and VPS Burjeel Hospital as the official medical services provider for the UAE Tour 2021, the event organisers announced.

World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi moves date to November, closing the 2021 season

The decision, backed unanimously by the World Triathlon Executive Board, will not only allow more time for the current worldwide travel restrictions to ease, but will be able to serve as a test event for the 2022 Abu Dhabi World Triathlon Championship Finals, also taking place at the end of the season.

The organisers of the 2021 World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi have planned for a Mixed Relay event to take place the same weekend.

Arab Universities Sports Federation sponsor Stage 4 of UAE Tour

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) signed an agreement with the Arab Universities Sports Federation to sponsor the Stage 4 of the UAE Tour titled ‘Hope Probe’ to mark the nation’s historic mission to Mars.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council sign agreement with Etisalat to sponsor UAE Tour’s green jersey

Sponsor UAE Tour’s green jersey

Miral to Sponsor Three International Sporting Events in Abu Dhabi

Partnership agreement signed with Abu Dhabi Sports Council 

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed appoints new board at Liwa Sports Club

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, issued a decree to restructure the board of directors of Liwa Sports Club.
Abdullah Butti Salem Al Qubaisi heads the new board that include Mohammed Omair Maadad Al Mashghouni as Vice President, and members Bakhit Asheer Ali Al Mazrouei, Ahmed Salem Ali Salem Barta'a Al Hameli, and Mohammed Habib Rashid.
The term of the new board is for three years from the date of the decree issued.

Mubadala sign agreement with ADSC to sponsor Third Stage of the UAE Tour

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and Mubadala Investment Company signed an agreement to sponsor the Third Stage of the UAE Tour 2021 on Wednesday.

2021 UAE Tour: route, jerseys and sponsors announced

The official route, jerseys and sponsors for the 3rd edition of the UAE Tour have been announced. The UAE Tour race organisers, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Dubai Sports Council and RCS Sport are pleased to confirm that this year’s edition of the race will feature four sprinters’ stages, two stages best suited to the peloton’s climbers and a 13km long, high-speed individual time trial.

FEARLESS HATTON STORMS TO FAMOUS FALCON TROPHY WIN IN ABU DHABI

Tyrrell Hatton (-18) wins by four shots to claim fourth Rolex Series title 

RORY WRESTLES BACK LEAD IN ABU DHABI

Rory McIlroy will take a one shot lead in to the final round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, with a thrilling final day battle ahead as he goes in search of a first Rolex Series victory.

RYDER CUP STARS GO FEET FIRST TO SUPPORT WORLD NEGLECTED TROPICAL DISEASES CHARITY

Golfing greats donned specially designed footwear during the opening round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship (January 21) to raise awareness of World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) Day, the tournament’s official charity partner. 

HATTON STORMS TO LEAD IN ABU DHABI

World Number Nine Tyrrell Hatton leapfrogged Rory McIlroy into the lead of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, the first Rolex Series event of the year, to finish 12-under par at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club before round two action was halted due to fading light.

Riders confirmed for UAE Tour

Fresh from his Tour de France victory, Tadej Pogačar will again go head-to-head with UAE Tour winner Adam Yates. Chris Froome is confirmed, time trial ace Filippo Ganna makes his UAE Tour debut and world-class sprinters return to the Emirates, including: Sam Bennett, Caleb Ewan, Pascal Ackermann, Fernando Gaviria and Mathieu Van der Poel. Route details and provisional entry list to follow.

MCILROY SHOWS CLASS IS PERMANENT IN ABU DHABI

Rory McIlroy leads the field in Abu Dhabi with bogey-free 64 on day one

An elite field of 132 tee off in the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship

SPECIAL OLYMPICS STAR SUMADIAA PLAYS DREAM ROUND WITH MAJOR WINNER HARRINGTON

Emirati Special Olympics golfer Ali Sumadiaa had the experience of a lifetime on Wednesday (January 20) when he partnered Major winner and Ryder Cup Europe Captain Pádraig Harrington at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Pro-Am tournament at Abu Dhabi Golf Club.

Preparations complete for the launch of Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship

The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship continues its exemplary journey as one of the most high-profile international events after preparations completed, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced.

SKAIK SET FOR STARDOM AT ABU DHABI HSBC CHAMPIONSHIP

The Emirates’ Number One golfer Ahmad Skaik will compete at this year’s Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship having received the UAE National Amateur invite on behalf of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council.

The UAE Tour returns this February with every WorldTeam competing

The first UCI WorldTour race of the 2021 season, the UAE Tour will take place over seven stages from 21st to 27th February. Every WorldTeam will be attending, alongside Alpecin-Fenix - the top-ranked UCI ProTeam in 2020. Full route details, alongside more riders info coming soon.

Sabalenka meets Kudermetova in the Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s final

Fourth seed Aryna Sabalenka extended her career-best match-winning streak to 14 with victory over ninth seed Maria Sakkari of Greece 6-3 6-2 to reach the final of the Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open.

International Ryder Cup stars descend on Abu Dhabi

Major champions Graeme McDowell, Justin Rose, Henrik Stenson and Danny Willett to tee it up alongside European Captain Pádraig Harrington in Abu Dhabi

Sabalenka into the last four in the Abu Dhabi Women’s Open

The World No.10 Aryna Sabalenka booked her place in the semi-finals of the Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open with victory over Kazakh Elena Rybakina at the Zayed Sports City’s International Tennis Complex.

Abu Dhabi Women's Tennis Open kick off with the participation of 113 players

The Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open, under the supervision of the Professional Women Tennis Association (WTA)) and organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in cooperation with Mubadala, Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company and Health Point begins from today.

Kenin, Svitolina headline the field in Abu Dhabi

Four of the world's top 10 players are on the entry list for the first WTA tournament of the 2021 season - the Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open.

The WTA 500 event, which runs from January 5-13 at Zayed Sports City International Tennis Centre, will feature 2020 Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin, WTA World No.5 Elina Svitolina, former World No.1 Karolina Pliskova and Aryna Sabalenka, winner of the last two WTA titles of the 2020 season.

Host of former champions set for Abu Dhabi return

Reigning European Number One Lee Westwood will defend his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship title in the company of a host of former winners as Tommy Fleetwood, Martin Kaymer and Shane Lowry all confirmed their participation in the first event of the 2021 Race to Dubai season.

WTA ANNOUNCES START OF 2021 TOUR SEASON

The WTA has announced the schedule for the first seven weeks of the 2021 Tour calendar. 

Major Champions McIlroy and Thomas to tee it up in Abu Dhabi

Four-time Major Champion Rory McIlroy returns to Abu Dhabi for the first time since 2018

Saif bin Zayed crowns winner of Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2020

 attended on Sunday the finale of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2020 season at Yas Marina Circuit.

FILLED ROSTER MARKS OPENING DAYS OF ABU DHABI TENNIS LEAGUE

Wilson tennis balls and freshly strung rackets were put to the test yesterday evening as the Abu Dhabi Tennis League got underway. Providing an opportunity for community members to be active and healthy through tennis, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council initiative has attracted 195 teens and adults to participate on the heels of a tremendously successful summer season. There are nine categories being run between Zayed Sports City, Emirates Palace and Abu Dhabi Ladies Club. In total, the project will include nearly 350 tennis matches until March.

Irish delight as McLaughlin, Kelly emerge winners in Al Ain

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) community race day in Al Ain turned out to be a double delight for the Irish duo Colin McLaughlin and Sarah Kelly.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed: Our flag is a symbol of unity, strength and progress

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of both the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Foundation for Charitable and Humanitarian Works, and Abu Dhabi Sports Council, joined the nation in celebrating the Emirati Flag Day on November 3.

Al Awani: Flag Day embodies the national bond between the wise leadership and the people of a generous nation

His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, conveyed his sincere congratulations to the country’s leadership on the Emirati Flag Day.

Al Luqiti, Mansour win 10km Mina Marina road races

Abdullah Al Luqiti and Yousra Mansour emerged winners of the 10-kilometre Marina Mina road race in Abu Dhabi.

Capital’s Most Popular Tennis League To Offer Nine Categories This Season

Registration is now open for men’s singles, ladies singles, men’s doubles, ladies doubles and youth categories

UAE Tour announces dates for 2021

The UAE Tour Organizing Committee has announced the date of the third edition of the one and only World Tour race in the Middle East, which will be held from 21-27 February 2021, following the confirmation of the date from the Union Cyclist International (UCI) on its racing agenda for 2021.

Cycling races organised by ADSC at Al Wathba draws over 400

Saif Mayouf and Eileen Lydia came home tops in the 90-kilometre Community Challenge at the Al Wathba Cycling track on Friday.

Spartan World Championship in Abu Dhabi rescheduled for December 2021

It now coincides with the Golden Jubilee celebration of the UAE National Day 

Community race at UNESCO’s world heritage site draws over 400 runners

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) community races for the first time since the outbreak of the pandemic, with over 400 runners at the Garden City participating over the weekend.

2020 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON ANNOUNCES POSTPONMENT TO 2021

ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon announces the postponement of the 2020 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, which was scheduled to take place on Friday, 11 December.

More than 225k Dirham of Sport Scholarship Up for Grabs as Part of Mubadala Tennis in Schools Initiative

15 young children will receive more tennis lessons, kit and support

Mugheer Al Khaili: Sports is a message of love between the people and community

“The UAE was able to manage and overcome the current crisis conditions, moving forward with steady health and safety precautionary measures,” he added.

UAE Team Emirates’ Tadej Pogacar wins Tour de France

In just four years, UAE Team Emirates has moved from being a start-up cycling team to a world class organisation that has now won the biggest bike race in the world with its star rider, Tadej Pogacar.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed: Hosting the IPL adds more value to Abu Dhabi as a global sporting venue

The stage is elaborately set at the picturesque Zayed Cricket stadium saturday for the Indian Premier League (IPL) opener between Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.

Al Mubarak: Staging the IPL will contribute to enhancing Abu Dhabi's global appeal, and adds to the diversity of our cultural, entertainment and tourism offerings

By fully unlocking the UAE’s potential in terms of innovation, infrastructure, and knowledge, we can accelerate our tourism sector and establish the Emirates as key destinations for hosting key sporting events. 

Abu Dhabi Selected To Host Opening Match Of 2020 Dream 11 Indian Premier League

“WE ARE HONOURED AND PRIVILEGED TO HOST THE WORLD’S BEST FRANCHISE TOURNAMENT” - 

HIS EXCELLENCY SHEIKH NAHYAN BIN MUBARAK AL NAHYAN

Yahya, Charvolina emerge winners of the 10km (Open Category) Yas Mall indoor runs

Udo Yahya and Lilia Charvolina emerged winners of the men and women 10-kilometre (Open Category) Yas Mall Community indoor races on Saturday.

Abu Dhabi Clubs quadrangular kick off in Al Ain

The Abu Dhabi Football Clubs tournament as part of the preparation for the new 2010-2021 season and organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) kicks off on Saturday in Al Ain.

Al Hammadi, Crabos tops the Yas Mall 10km indoor races

Saleh Al Hammadi and Elodie Crabos emerged winners of the 10-kilometre indoor runs in the Yas Mall Community race series in Abu Dhabi at the weekend.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed appoints new Board of Directors of Al Dhafra Shooting Club

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, issued a decree to reconstitute the Board of Directors of Al Dhafra Shooting Club on Tuesday.

El Hanyfy, Feghali share honours at Emirates Warriors indoor run at Yas Mall

Adil El Hanyfy and Christelle Feghali emerged winners of the 10-kilometre races for men and women, respectively, in the Emirates Warriors indoor run at the Yas Mall on Saturday.

Sports activities in Abu Dhabi to resume with unique festival

As life returns to normalcy after a few months in lockdown, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) steps up their efforts to re-start the sporting activities with a unique festival.

ADSC announce resumption of indoor training facilities

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) announced the resumption of indoor sporting activities across the emirate of Abu Dhabi from 1 July.

New dates for the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) in Abu Dhabi

Given the uncertainty related to the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic worldwide, FINA has decided to re-schedule the upcoming edition of the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m), initially scheduled to take place in December 2020 in Abu Dhabi.

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan chaired a meeting of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council board members from a distance

Russian GM Artemiev wins Abu Dhabi Super Blitz

Russian Grandmaster Vladislav Artemiev won the US$5,000 first prize in the online Abu Dhabi Super Blitz Challenge on Wednesday.

Sports Clubs respond overwhelmingly to the nation’s call to combat Covid-19

Sports clubs in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi have responded overwhelmingly to the President of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s directives to facilitate their amenities for the “Together We Are Good” programme.

Chess tournament to encourage UAE Government’s stay at home order

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Chess and Culture Club, has come out with a novel way to get the chess fraternity to adhere to the UAE government’s stay at home order to contain the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Sheikh Nahyan calls sports clubs to rally under the ‘Together We Are Good’ programme to combat the Covid-19

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), has called sports club in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi to support the “Together We Are Good” programme by Authority of Social Contribution.

A Great Final for the Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Gymnastics Competition

Finals for remaining six sports postponed with new dates to be announced shortly 

WTS Abu Dhabi 2020 postponed over Coronavirus precautions

The International Triathlon Union, in consultation with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has taken the decision to postpone the 2020 ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Paratriathlon World Cup and Abu Dhabi Mixed Relay event as a precautionary measure to reduce the spread of 2019-nCoV Coronavirus.

WTS Abu Dhabi 2020 postponed over Coronavirus precautions

The International Triathlon Union, in consultation with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has taken the decision to postpone the 2020 ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Paratriathlon World Cup and Abu Dhabi Mixed Relay event as a precautionary measure to reduce the spread of 2019-nCoV Coronavirus.

Adam Yates secures overall lead at Jebel Hafeet

The second stage finish on the Jebel Hafeet ascent ended up with a very tight victory for Tadej Pogacar. The Slovenian threw his bike to the line to overhaul Kazakhstan national champion Alexey Lutsenko at the last second. Third placed Adam Yates secured the overall lead after trying to break clear despite the gusts of wind up the hill. Two relatively flat stages will bring the UAE Tour to a conclusion in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. 

Adam Yates solos to victory on Jebel Hafeet

Great-Britain’s Adam Yates claimed a big victory atop Jebel Hafeet on Stage 3, the Emirates Stage, on his first participation in a bike race in the UAE as he soloed up the 10km long hill. Reaching the summit he took an advantage of more than one minute over his rivals, the closest of which was hot favourite Tadej Pogacar from Slovenia, who had to settle for second place and best young rider position. Kazakhstan’s Alexey Lutsenko rounded out the Stage 3 podium in the second edition of the UAE Tour.

Abu Dhabi School Champions Successfully Concludes in Al Dhafra Region Ahead of Abu Dhabi Finals

The Al Dhafra leg of Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, which concluded last weekend at the Baynunah Complex, was a resounding success with the outstanding participation of schools and young players across various sports.

Caleb Ewan doubles up at Hatta Dam

A hot favourite to win Stage 2's uphill finish at Hatta Dam, where he claimed victory last year, Australia’s Caleb Ewan handled the pressure to make it two in a row. Ewan finished ahead of Ireland’s Sam Bennett, who led the charge at the bottom of the brutal final climb, and Arnaud Démare. The Australian took the overall lead of the UAE Tour, while climbers like Slovenia’s Tadej Pogacar, who sprinted for third place in an intermediate sprint on Stage 2, are expected to take over at the summit of Jebel Hafeet on Stage 3.

Agthia and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) Ink MoU Agreement Set to Promote Healthy lifestyles in UAE

Agthia Group PJSC, one of the region’s leading food and beverages companies, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) in the presence of H.E. Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Al Mheiri, the UAE’s Minister of State For Food Security, on the sidelines of Gulfood 2020, which is set to promote healthy lifestyles in the UAE.

Nahyan bin Mubarak crowns winners of 7th International Show Jumping Cup

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, attended the final day of the 7th Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy’s International Show Jumping Cup, where he crowned the grand prix winners of the International Ladies category, presented by Longines.

Ackermann wins Stage 1, the Dubai Silicon Oasis Stage, of the UAE Tour and wears the first Red Jersey

Pascal Ackermann has won Stage 1, the Dubai Silicon Oasis Stage, of the second edition of the UAE Tour, ahead of Caleb Ewan and Rudy Barbier. Pascal Ackermann is the leader of the GC and was awarded the Red Jersey and the Green Jersey.

Stage routes for the upcoming UAE Tour have been modified due to development and road upgrades

As part of on-going development and road upgrades, the Technical Committee of the 2020 UAE Tour, the one and only WorldTour race in the Middle East, have made modifications to the route stages that will ensure a varied and balanced character to the seven-stage event for all riders.

Temperature set to rise for ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi presented by Daman with most competitive field ever seen in the capital

The ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi, presented by Daman, will present the highest standard of elite athlete field in the history of the race for this year’s 2020 edition. The full world’s top 10 male triathletes will compete in Abu Dhabi this year, whilst nine of the world’s top female triathletes will be heading to Yas Island for March 5 – 7. Overall, 180 elite triathletes and para-triathletes will be facing off for a highly contested series, ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Spartan World Championship Moves to the Arabian Desert for Historic Race Weekend in Abu Dhabi

The best obstacle course racers around the globe take on a new challenge when Spartan brings its biggest World Championship weekend to date to the desert oasis of Abu Dhabi December 4-5, 2020. For the first time in Spartan’s 10-year history, the Spartan World Championship, Hosted by Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Powered By Rakuten, will take place outside of the US and will bring the Elite Spartan World Championship, Spartan Team World Championship and Spartan Kids World Championship to the same event weekend.

Mohamed bin Zayed receives organisers of Zayed Charity Marathon

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received the Organising Committee of the sixth edition of the Zayed Charity Marathon, which was held in the Suez Province in Egypt last December.

Global triathlon titans set to rock the Capital at the ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi presented by Daman

The ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi presented by Daman will welcome triathlon world champions Katie Zaferes and Vincent Luis to the UAE capital this coming March, alongside the return of triathlon royalty, nine-time world champion Flora Duffy and New Zealand young gun, Hayden Wilde.

19 Race Categories Announced for the ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi presented by Daman

The organisers of ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi presented by Daman are introducing ‘duathlon’ race categories for the 2020 edition of the race, for people who are looking for an introduction to multi-sport competition. Sports lovers in the UAE and from around the world will have the chance to hit the cycling and running track, without swimming, offering a great introduction to multi-sport racing for those who always have wanted to give it a go.

2020 UAE Tour - Route, Jerseys and Sponsors announced

After the successful inaugural edition of 2019, the second edition of the UAE Tour was officially unveiled today at the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences & Technology. The route of the seven-stage race and the four leaders’ jerseys are all revealed.

Wonderful Westwood Shows His Class To Lead A Tight Field After Round Three

Englishman Lee Westwood, a 24-time winner on the European Tour, shot a sparkling 65 (-7) to take a one-shot lead into the final day of the 2020 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA.

BROOKS BOUNCES BACK WITH FIRST ROUND 66

World Number one Brooks Koepka posted a sensational bogey-free 66 in the first round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA to get his week off to a flying start.

Star-studded field tee off in Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA

The 15th edition of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship presented by EGA and organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) tee off at 7.20am at the picturesque Abu Dhabi Golf Club on Thursday.

The Egyptian Super between Al Ahly-Zamalek in Abu Dhabi on February 20

The Egyptian Super Cup between the heavyweights Al Ahly and Zamalek will be played in Abu Dhabi at the Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium on February 20.

Abu Dhabi gears up for spectacular return of 2020 ITU World Triathlon Series

The ITU World Triathlon Series will return to Abu Dhabi from 5 – 7 March 2020, bringing an expected 3,000 participants from 55 countries and 90 different nationalities to tackle the stunning course on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Resumes Action in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Kicks Off in Al Dhafra

Seven sports kicked off across various cities in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

UAE wins bronze medal in ice hockey tournament in Belarus

The UAE Ice Hockey Team won the bronze medal yesterday at the 'Christmas International Amateur Ice Hockey Tournament for the Prize of the President of Belarus' in Minsk.

Spanish stars Moreintes, Sanz attend La Liga workshop

Spanish stars Fernando Morientes and Fernando Sanz attended a workshop for “La Liga Ambassadors” on the sidelines of the 24th edition of the La Liga Promises International U12 Championship at the Hazza bin Zayed stadium in Al Ain.

La Liga event host Referees workshop on sideline of Promises tournament

A football “referees workshop” in cooperation with the UAE Football Association and La Liga, the Spanish Professional League, was an added highlight of the La Liga Promises International U12 tournament at the Hazza bin Zayed stadium in Al Ain at the weekend.

LaLiga Promises Football Tournament to be held in the Middle East for the first time

To mark its fifth year of progress in youth football in the Middle East, LaLiga has announced that it will host its 24th LaLiga Promises International Tournament in Abu Dhabi between 27-29 December, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Sports Council. The U-12 tournament features some of the best academy sides in world football and it will be visiting the Middle East for the first time.

Muaythai fighters vie for Asian Championship medals in Abu Dhabi

More than 300 competitors from 26 countries will vie for honours in the IFMA Asian Muaythai Championship staged for the first time in Abu Dhabi in the history of the event.

Record number of runners and cyclists participate in Al Ain community event

More than 700 runners and cyclists joined the popular community races organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) in Al Ain over the weekend.

The stage is elaborately set for Zayed Charity Run in Suez Governorate

Elaborate preparations are already nearing completion for the sixth staging of the Zayed Charity Run on December 27 at the Suez Governorate located in the northeast of Egypt, 134 kilometres from Cairo.

The Department of Community Development concludes the activities of the first phase of Active Pioneers

The Department of Community Development has concluded the activities of the first and experimental stage of the "Active Pioneers" programme in partnership with the Department of Health. Over 800 participants from 9 department entities and institutions from the government sector in Abu Dhabi came together with the aim of advancing their fitness levels.

ADSC and Zayed Higher Organisation sign unique partnership

The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council to enhance joint co-operation between the two institutions.

Abu Dhabi win world travel award for sports tourism

Abu Dhabi emerged the leading destination for sports tourism in the world at the 26th edition of the World travel Awards 2019.

High-Intensity Showdowns Dominate in Abu Dhabi Schools Champions’ 3rd Week of Action

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Department of Knowledge and Education, and Inspiratus returned in its third week of action, where young athletes showcased their best performances in front of onlooking sports clubs scouts.

Grand finale of the President of the UAE Cup in Riyadh

The final leg of the President of the UAE Cup for Purebred Arabians has drawn a maximum field of 16 at the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud racetrack in Riyadh on Thursday.

Sheikh Nahyan pays tribute to fallen heroes on Commemoration Day

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan paid tribute to those who gave their lives for the UAE as a timely reminder for their families that their martyrdom has not been forgotten.

WORLD’S BEST TO ASSEMBLE IN THE DESERT FOR 2020 ABU DHABI HSBC CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY EGA

Golfing superstars Shane Lowry, Tommy Fleetwood, Brooks Koepka, Sergio Garcia, Ian Poulter and Bryson DeChambeau have today confirmed they will be at the 2020 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA. Taking place between 16-19 January, the tournament is the first of eight Rolex Series events on the 2020 European Tour international schedule.

FATIMA BINT MUBARAK LADIES SPORTS ACADEMY AND ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL MARK ONE YEAR OUT FROM HISTORIC WEEK-LONG CELEBRATION OF WOMEN IN SPORT IN NOVEMBER 2020

In exactly a year’s time, Abu Dhabi will play host to five days of flagship events, activities and educational initiatives as sporting icons, industry leaders and role models from the world of international sports gather in the UAE capital to celebrate, debate and discuss the future success and promotion of women’s sports.

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Kicks Off Inaugural Season with 1000 Athletes from 205 Schools

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Department of Knowledge and Education, and Inspiratus kicked off the inaugural season of the Abu Dhabi Schools Champions (ADSC), a groundbreaking multi-sports league to develop and empower youth sports and athleticism and embed healthy lifestyles among school children in Abu Dhabi, featuring 1,000 male and female athletes to date from 205 participating schools.

WORLD’S BEST TO ASSEMBLE IN THE DESERT FOR 2020 ABU DHABI HSBC CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY EGA

Golfing superstars Shane Lowry, Tommy Fleetwood, Brooks Koepka, Sergio Garcia, Ian Poulter and Bryson DeChambeau have today confirmed they will be at the 2020 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA. Taking place between 16-19 January, the tournament is the first of eight Rolex Series events on the 2020 European Tour international schedule.

Emirates Steel tops Abu Dhabi Dash at Al Hudayriat Island

Emirates Steel emerged winners of the Abu Dhabi Dash Relay for companies at Al Hudayriat Island on Saturday.

Aoun, Deryan on the double for Yas Horse Racing Management in Morocco

Aoun and Deryan completed an excellent double for the Yas Horse Racing Management of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs.

ALDAR PROPERTIES ABU DHABI T10 OFF TO A FLYER WITH NAIL-BITING FINAL MATCH

The first day of action at the Aldar Properties Abu Dhabi T10 has shot off with three tension filled and electrifying matches, wowing fans and crowds in Abu Dhabi.

Young Abu Dhabi footballers return with more experience from Japan

The young Emirati footballers drawn from Abu Dhabi clubs have returned rich in experience from their tour to Japan.

Over 200 Schools Registered in Abu Dhabi Schools Champions Inaugural Season

Abu Dhabi Schools Champions, organized by Abu Dhabi Sports Council and in partnership with the Ministry of Education and the Department of Knowledge and Education and Inspiratus Consulting Limited, announced the kick off of the inaugural season on November 15, 2019, with 205 schools registered from across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra. 

Abu Dhabi Club travel to Japan as part of exchange program

The Abu Dhabi Club U16 footballers travelled to Japan as part of the joint cooperation agreement between the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and both the Japan International Cooperation Centre (JICE) and the Japanese Football League.

The first LaLiga Promises International Football Tournament taking place in the Middle East

Al Jazira and Baniyas will join host Al Ain and 13 overseas teams in the U12 LaLiga Promises International Football Tournament, to be held at the Hazza bin Zayed stadium from December 27-29.

Over 350 ladies from all over the UAE join forces In Community Relay Race Promoting Healthy Activity.

Established in Abu Dhabi in 2016, The Dash Series, launched in conjunction with The Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, intended to motivate communities to live more healthy, active lifestyles, the Dash Series aims to reduce obesity and chronic disease in line with government strategies within the region.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS FOR BRAZIL VS KOREA REPUBLIC SELL OUT IN 24 HOURS

Early bird tickets to the UAE’s match of the season which sees football giants Brazil take on Korea Republic on 19 November at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium have sold out in 24 hours.

TICKETS FOR BRAZIL VS KOREA REPUBLIC ON SALE NOW FROM AED 120

Tickets to the UAE’s most anticipated international football match of the season between Brazil and Korea Republic are now on sale to the public. 

Abu Dhabi Community Participates in Dash Festival...

Established in Abu Dhabi in 2016, The Dash Series, launched in conjunction with The Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Department of Health Abu Dhabi, intended to motivate communities to live more healthy, active lifestyles, helping to reduce obesity and chronic disease within the region. 

Al Khalediah Stables sends five for the UAE President’s Cup in Poland

The Saudi Arabian powerhouse for the Purebred Arabians Al Khalediah Stables will have a strong presence in the President of the UAE Cup in Poland on Sunday.

More than 3,000 in Das Island prepare for ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

ADNOC and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) continued their build-up for the second staging of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon with prep races over three different distances that drew more than 3,000 runners on Friday at Das Island.

2020 UAE Tour dates, and exciting new start and finish, unveiled

The seven-day UAE Tour – the only WorldTour event in the Middle East – will start in Dubai, finish in Abu Dhabi and race through all seven Emirates, building on last year’s incredibly successful first edition

ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon launches new community initiative and 2019 medal design

With just over six weeks to go until the return of the second ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, the designs of the finishers’ medals have been unveiled. The reveal of the medal designs coincides with the launch of a campaign to encourage the community ‘finish’ a marathon on 6^th December by walking 1km every day, in the lead up to the event, culminating in completion of the 2.5km, 5km or 10km races.

Al Saidi, Kelly on spotlight in Al Ain Zoo Run

Khalil Al Saidi and Sarah Kelly stole the spotlight in the Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s Al Ain Zoo Run at the weekend.

TEAM ABU DHABI LAUNCHED ONTO WORLD CRICKETING STAGE

Team Abu Dhabi is ready to turn on the magic in the nation’s capital next month after being announced as the newest team of the Abu Dhabi T10.

BRAZIL GLOBAL TOUR TO TOUCH DOWN IN ABU DHABI ON 19 NOVEMBER FOR HISTORIC FIXTURE WITH SOUTH KOREA

The Brazilian Football Confederation and Abu Dhabi Sports Council are pleased to confirm that the Brazil Global Tour will visit the United Arab Emirates for a historic clash with South Korea on 19^th November at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.

More than 200 sailors from 28 nations vie for honours at Abu Dhabi Open Regatta

The Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club (ADSYC) at the Breakwaters will turn into a hive of activities with over 200 sailors from 28 countries vie for honours in the annual Abu Dhabi Open Regatta from October 16-19.

Arab University swim festival draws strong competition

The Arab University Sports Federation drew more than 350 participants in the Swimming Festival organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) at the capital’s Corniche.

Cricket extravaganza set to hit UAE capital on 15 - 24 Nov2019

The build-up to the widely anticipated Abu Dhabi T10 has powered into gear with tickets officially going on sale.

ABU DHABI T10 IGNITED AS TEAM DRAW AND SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Cricket excitement crackled in the air as battle lines for the upcoming Abu Dhabi T10 were set through a live team draw and schedule reveal that saw four newcomers - Bangla Tigers, Deccan Gladiators, Delhi Bulls and Karnataka Tuskers - all drawn into the same Group A, while last year’s champions, Northern Warriors, are joined in Group B by Maratha Arabians, Qalandars and the yet to be announced Team 8. 

Fourth Edition of Mubadala Community League Kicks Off

The fourth edition of the Mubadala Community Football League has garnered a strong turnout with 82 teams competing in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra. The competition kicked off in Abu Dhabi on 6 Oct with 52 teams battling for the title, while Al Alin and Al Dhafra will start later this month to continue until April 2020.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council to stage double-header community events in the weekend

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) will stage a double-header running and cycling community events at the Yas Mall and Yas Marina Circuit respectively this weekend.

Mohamed bin Zayed receives UAE U-16, U-18 jiu-jitsu youth teams

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has received the UAE’s U-16 and U-18 national jiu-jitsu youth teams who recently participated in the recent World Youth Cup and the Balkan Open for Youth, in the Romanian capital Bucharest where they bagged 22 gold, silver and bronze medals.

ABU DHABI T10 CAPTURES MASSIVE GLOBAL AUDIENCE THROUGH NEW 3-YEAR AGREEMENT WITH SONY TELEVISION

Sony Pictures Network (SPN) have joined with Abu Dhabi T10 as their official broadcast partner for the next three years, to bring the unique cricket extravaganza to a worldwide viewership of nearly a billion fans. 

ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon Announces 2019 Race Route and Technical Sponsor

Today, the race route and technical partner for the 2019 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon was announced at a press conference hosted by H.E. Aref Hamad Al Awani - General Secretary of Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi - Executive Office Director of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), at ADNOC HQ.

QALANDARS IN QUEST FOR GLORY AS LATEST TEAM TO JOIN ABU DHABI T10

Team Qalandars is returning to the UAE capital this November, as the latest franchise to join the revamped Abu Dhabi T10. The addition of the popular team, representing Pakistan’s strong cricketing tradition, underscores the diversity of the Abu Dhabi T10, and will resonate amongst over one million residents of Pakistan living in the UAE.

Sheikh Khalid takes fourth spot in the Baja Jordan Rally

Sheikh Khalid bin Faisal Al Qasimi, the Abu Dhabi Race Team leader, took fourth spot in the Jordan Baja, the seventh and final round of the FIA World Cross Country Bajas, in Aqaba on Saturday.

Sheikh Khalid rearing to go in the Jordan Baja

Sheikh Khalid bin Faisal Al Qasimi, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Racing Company (ADRC), the lead driver of the Abu Dhabi Racing Team, is aiming for a podium finish in the Baja Jordan Rally 2019, the seventh and penultimate round of the FIA World Cross Country Rally Short Cup.

Devisme, Cooper tops in community race at Dalma Mall

Dalma Mall hosted the second Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) indoor community race for the season on Friday.

Kair Al Cham edge past Lightning Bolt in titanic battle at Duindigt

Kair Al Cham overcame a titanic battle with last year’s winner Lightning Bolt to claim the President of the UAE Cup for Purebred Arabians at the Duindigt racecourse in the Netherlands on Sunday.

Nurmagomedov remains undisputed lightweight champion in Abu Dhabi's UFC 242

After a thrilling night of fights in Abu Dhabi's UFC 242, Khabib Nurmagomedov defeated Dustin Poirier in the main event to remain the undisputed UFC lightweight champion.

Sheikh Nahyan congratulates Khabib and event organisers for a successful UFC 242

His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of both the Board of Trustees of the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Foundation for Charity and Humanitarian Affairs, and Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Khabib Nurmagomedov for his title win and UFC 242 in Abu Dhabi.

Purebred Arabian racing returns to Germany

The international community for the Purebred Arabians will celebrate the return of the races for the breed to Germany after a lengthy absence when the President of the UAE Cup takes place at the Baden racecourse on Sunday.
The Listed event for the total prize fund of €40,000 run over the 1,400-metre trip is one of the highlights in the 10-race card that has drawn seven top flight Arabians.

Devisme, Garcia share honours in the season's opening races at Yas Mall

The new season of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) community events got off to a flyer at the Yas Mall with more than 700 runners competing across three race distances. 

Yas Mall race on Friday heralds the new season for ADSC’s community races

Friday marks the beginning of Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) popular Community Races for the new season.

Team Abu Dhabi closes in on F2 world title with victory in Italy

Team Abu Dhabi’s Rashed Al Qemzi has taken a major step towards a second UIM F2 World Championship title after a title win in the Grand Prix of Italy.

Young footballers and delegation travel to Manchester City Academy

A delegation from Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) including 16 young footballers travelled on a week-long educational tour to the renowned Manchester City’s Academy on Sunday.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s age group championships kick off from Sunday

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) age group football championship will kick off across three stadiums – Al Ain, Al Jazira and Al Wahda – from Sunday.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince receives delegation of Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Programme, winners of 4th Asian Championship

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today received a delegation of the Mohamed bin Zayed Summer Jiu-Jitsu Programme for Syrians displaced by war as well as the UAE Jiu-Jitsu team who recently won the 4th Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship, hosted in Mongolia in July.

Mashur Al Khalediah clinch Belgian round of the UAE President’s Cup

Mashur Al Khalediah avenged his defeat last month to Akoya by clinching the Belgian leg of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabians at the Wellington racecourse on Monday.

The Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival draws over 700 competitors

More than 700 competitors from over 60 countries will vie for honours in the 26th Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival at the Sofitel Abu Dhabi from August 2 to 11.

Akoya meet Mashur Al Khalediah in an exciting re-match in Belgium

The fifth leg of the President of the UAE Cup is set for an exciting re-match between Akoya and Mashur Al Khalediah at the Wellington racecourse in Belgium on Monday

Mohamed bin Zayed restructures Abu Dhabi Sports Council's board

Mohamed bin Zayed restructures Abu Dhabi Sports Council's board.

New board members at GRPC, and both Abu Dhabi Sports and Cycling Clubs

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has restructure the board of directors of Ghantoot Racing and Polo Club (GRPC), Abu Dhabi Sports Cub and Abu Dhabi Cycling Club.

Al Qemzi lands season opener with victory in the Lithuania Grand Prix

Team Abu Dhabi’s Rashed Al Qemzi launched his bid to regain the UIM Formula 2 World Championship title with victory in the Lithuania Grand Prix, the opening round of the season, in Kaunas at the weekend.

Sheikh Hussein bin Ali appointed Chairman of Abu Dhabi Aviation Sports Club

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has restructured the board of directors of the Abu Dhabi Aviation Sports Club on a rolling three-year term.

Akoya is second time lucky in President of the UAE Cup in Milan

Akoya won His Highness The President of the UAE Cup for Purebred Arabians to become second time lucky in the Group 3 race at the San Siro racecourse in Italy on Sunday.

Aoun heads strong field in the President of the UAE Cup in Italy

Held under the patronage of the UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Group 3 contest for a prize fund of €50,000 and run over the 2,000-metre distance has drawn eight entries.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council Capacity Building Workshop.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) organised a two-day workshop on strategic best practices for marketing identity and sporting events management in its continuous efforts to improve the overall performance of the sporting system in Abu Dhabi.

RB Texas Hold Em fly the UAE flag at Churchill Downs

RB Texas Hold Em clinched his biggest career prize when running away an impressive winner of the US$100,000 Grade 1 President of the UAE Cup for Purebred Arabians at the Churchill Downs in Kentucky on Saturday.

Al Mazrouei heads Abu Dhabi Ice Sports Club

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, restructured the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Ice Sports Club on a three-year extendable term.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council forms new partnership to develop Olympic Sailing

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) has reached an agreement with the Asian Sailing Federation and the UAE Sailing & Rowing Federation to host multiple global sailing events for Olympic Sailing and Youth Development in the Emirate.

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON REVEALS WORLD-CLASS PRIZE FUND AND ALL-NEW EVENT VILLAGE VENUE

ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, organized by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has revealed the total prize fund for the 2019 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon at an exclusive press conference hosted by H.E. Aref Hamad Al Awani - General Secretary of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and, Mr. Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Executive Office Director of ADNOC.  

Abu Dhabi Sports Council recognises hard work of Emirati Marshals

Abu Dhabi Sports Council, ADSC, recognised the hard work of Emirati Marshals throughout the very busy sports season of 2018 -2019 during the annual Iftar ceremony held yesterday at its tent of Hadiriyat Island.

Guineas double for Godolphin, Tayf runs away with President of the UAE Cup

Godolphin scooped the French Guineas double with Persian King and Castle Lady and in the process crossed the milestone of winning 300 Group 1 winners globally.

The Arabian race on French Guineas card to draw over a million TV viewers

The European leg of the President of the UAE Cup World Race Series for Purebred Arabians is off to a perfect start with a €1.1million race included in the French Guineas day meeting at the Longchamp racecourse on Sunday.

ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL AND DU LALIGA HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTRE LAUNCH NEW PARTNERSHIP TO POWER THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF ABU DHABI NATIONAL CLUBS

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announced today the launch of a new partnership with du LaLiga High Performance Centre (HPC) that is designed to power the professional development of high potential talent at Abu Dhabi National Clubs.

Padel produces four set of winners after two months of competition

The fifth Abu Dhabi Padel Tennis Cup produced four sets of winners in four different categories after two months of competition.

UAE JIU-JITSU FEDERATION CONFIRMS GLOBAL HEROES SET FOR HOMECOMING AT 11TH ABU DHABI WORLD PROFESSIONAL JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP

The Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2019 (ADWPJJC), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, will be the best to date both in terms of the quality of competing athletes and overall organisation, accordThe Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2019 (ADWPJJC), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, will be the best to date both in terms of the quality of competing athletes and overall organisation, according to the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF), the championship organiser.ing to the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF), the championship organiser.

Al Marfa Community events at the weekend

The Al Marfa Community event coinciding with the Al Dhafra Sea Festival takes place on April 19 and 20.

Murad Saafan clinch opening round of The President of the UAE Cup

Murad Saafan in the silks of Mohamed Lutfi Abu Attwan clinched the opening round of The President of the UAE Cup at the Al Shams racecourse in Cairo, Egypt, over the weekend.

REGISTRATIONS OPEN FOR THE 2019 ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

Registrations for Abu Dhabi’s biggest community sports event - the 2019 ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon - have officially opened, as the organizer, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and race title sponsor, ADNOC, confirm the world-class event will take place on Friday 6th December following UAE’s 48th National Day celebrations.

More than 300 celebrate International Sports Day at Al Hudayriat Island

The International Sports Day was celebrated with hundreds taking part in events organised by the Community Development Department and the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) at the Al Hudayriat Island over the weekend.

SHEIKH SULTAN FLAGS OFF COMPETITORS AT THE CEREMONIAL START OF THE ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE

His Excellency Sheikh Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President flagged off the competitors at the ceremonial start of the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge powered by Nissan at Yas Marina Circuit tonight.

Spartan Arabia obstacle races at Zayed Sports City on April 12

Spartan Arabia in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council launched the Spartan Stadion and their first event to be staged at the Zayed Sports City Stadium from April 12, it was announced in a press conference on Wednesday.

FBMA TO SERVE UP 1ST TABLE TENNIS CUP THIS APRIL

The Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Sports Academy (FBMA) was delighted to announce the 1^st FBMA Table Tennis Cup today, with the ladies only competition is set to take place on 5-6 April of this year.

Moroccan Super Cup postponed; new date to be announced

The Morocco Super Cup between Raja Al Riyadi (PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK THIS NAME IF IT’S RAJA CASABLANCA) and Wydad that was to be played at the Mohammed bin Zayed stadium in Abu Dhabi on March 26 has been postponed, the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) announced.

ABU DHABI CRICKET JOINS FORCES WITH DEPARTMENT OF CULTURE AND TOURISM – ABU DHABI AND ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL TO SIGN HISTORIC DEAL TO HOST T10 LEAGUE FOR 5 YEARS FROM 2019-2023

Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, will be the new home of T10 cricket for the next five years, starting with the 2019 season.

Mutinda, Dickerson strike gold in Special Olympics half-marathon

Onesmus Mutinda and Karen Dickerson celebrated gold medals in the unified half-marathon in the Special Olympic World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 at the Al Hudayriat Island.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed; Memories of the Special Olympics to last a lifetime

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), praised the country’s Rulers for their overwhelming support for the ongoing Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council sign MOU with President’s Sports Club of Belarus

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the President’s Sports Club of Belarus signed a Memorandum of Understanding highlighting the key areas of bilateral cooperation in sports.

Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed appoint committee for Liwa International Festival

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) issued a decree on the formation of the Supreme Committee of the Liwa International Festival 2020.

Nahyan bin Zayed visits training camp of Emirati teams participating in Special Olympics World Games

H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, has visited the training camp of the national teams participating in the Abu Dhabi 2019 Special Olympics World Games, which will be held in Al Ain Club for Disabled, to follow up and inspect preparations for the international event.

“Bring, it, on!” Elite athletes hungry for season opener at Daman World Triathlon Abu Dhabi 2019

The Daman World Triathlon Abu Dhabi 2019 welcomed a number of the world’s leading elite triathletes to the capital today. World champions Vicky Holland from the UK and Mario Mola from Spain, as well as series contenders Katie Zaferes from the USA stated how ready they are for action ahead of this weekend’s races. 

CITY FOOTBALL GROUP JOINS FORCES WITH ABU DHABI SPORTS COUNCIL

Manchester City Football Club and Manchester City’s parent company City Football Group has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi Sports Council to collaborate with them across a range of programmes.

Primoz primed in the UAE's premier race

Ireland's Sam Bennett of Bora - Hansgrohe outsprinted the rest of the field in Dubai City Walk, including previous stage winners Fernando Gaviria and Caleb Ewan, plus Elia Viviani who settled with winning the Points classification. Primoz Roglic was declared the overall winner of the inaugural UAE Tour. The Slovenian from Team Jumbo - Visma led the race from start to finish and capped it off with an individual stage victory atop Jebel Jais. World Champion Alejandro Valverde and best young rider David Gaudu rounded out the final podium.

Roglic wins mountain stage and extends lead on the eve of grand finale

Alejandro Valverde claims first win in the Rainbow Jersey

Alejandro Valverde won atop Jebel Hafeet for the second straight time – but enjoyed this victory even more as it was his first in the World Champion's Rainbow Jersey. The Spaniard timed his effort perfectly to come across to race leader Primoz Roglic who rode aggressively, followed by 22-year-old Frenchman David Gaudu who became the best young rider by accompanying the two established champions in the top 3, both on Stage 3's result and on GC.

Fernando Gaviria makes the UAE his new home

Fernando Gaviria of UAE Team Emirates met all expectations as he won his first sprint on his new team’s home soil, beating former team-mate Elia Viviani from Deceuninck - Quick-Step after he got a dream lead out by top sprinter Alexander Kristoff in Abu Dhabi. Crosswinds made Stage 2 a spectacular one with splits in the peloton before it came down to a bunch gallop. Primoz Roglic of Team Jumbo - Visma retained the red jersey ahead of the uphill finish of Jebel Hafeet.

Team Jumbo - Visma flies to amazing victory

Primoz Roglic took the lead in the inaugural UAE Tour as Team Jumbo - Visma won the opening team time trial at 57.086km/h, beating Team Sunweb by 7 seconds, even though Tom Dumoulin's squad had the best intermediate time with an advantage of 2 seconds. In second place on the finishing line after Roglic, Laurens De Plus became the best young rider in his first race with Team Jumbo - Visma. Bahrain-Merida, the team of Vincenzo Nibali and Rohan Dennis, was placed third.

Mubadala Partners with the 2019 UAE Tour

Mubadala Investment Company, has signed a partnership agreement with the 2019 UAE Tour to support the only WorldTour race in the Middle East scheduled to take place from 24th February to 2nd March 2019.

Elite athlete Start List, packed with Olympic and World Champions, announced for Daman World Triathlon Abu Dhabi 2019

The ITU World Triathlon Series (ITU WTS) has announced the Elite Start List for the Daman World Triathlon Abu Dhabi 2019, and it’s brimming with the world’s most decorated triathletes competing today.

Beyond the Sports: Abu Dhabi Tourism Sector reaps benefits of Abu Dhabi Sports Council hosting Red Bull Air Race World Championship Season Opener

Now in its 12th year, the Red Bull Air Race in Abu Dhabi is projected to be one of the most highly attended events on the World Championship’s race circuit.

The UAE receives high praise for hosting the Asian Cup and Club World Cup

The UAE’s organisation of the 17th Asian Cup and the Club World Cup received high praise from the world and the continental football governing bodies FIFA and AFC.

Agreement to usher a series of sports programs

A joint cooperation agreement signed between the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and the UAE Football Federation with the Royal Moroccan University is set to usher in a series of new sports exchange programs between the institutes.

General Secretary of Saudi Arabia Football Federation is latest confirmed speaker for this week’s Leaders Sport Business Summit, Abu Dhabi.

Ibrahim Alkassim, General Secretary of the Saudi Arabia Football Federation (SAFF) is the latest speaker to have joined the impressive Leaders Sport Business Summit, Abu Dhabi speaker line up.

Volunteers set a new record at AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 with over 500,000 hours of dedication

“Family feel” creates the biggest-ever team of volunteers in the history of the AFC Asian Cup.

Major General Mohammed Khalfan Al Romaithi to inaugurate the first Abu Dhabi edition of The Leaders Sport Business Summit

Major General Mohammed Khalfan Al Romaithi, Chairman of the United Arab Emirates General Authority for Sports (GAS), and Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), will inaugurate the first ever Leaders Sport Business Summit in Abu Dhabi.

LOWRY HOLDS NERVE TO CLINCH THRILLING VICTORY IN ABU DHABI

Shane Lowry held his nerve against a surging Richard Sterne to secure a stunning wire-to-wire victory at the 2019 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA with an ice cool birdie on the final hole.

A Degree of Success: University students come together for AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019

University students enjoyed a first-class experience in a day dedicated to the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, with pupils from 37 different countries coming together to witness all the drama and excitement of Asia’s crown jewel.

Amateur competition mirroring the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 to take place on Friday, January 18

With the AFC Asian Cup fever gripping the whole of the UAE, fans will get to enjoy an additional day of action on the field as hundreds of amateurs compete in the final of the Asian Community Cup.

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL SHINES LIGHT ON THE UAE YEAR OF TOLERANCE

EDDIE PEPPERELL’S TEAM TAKES TOP HONOURS AT ABU DHABI’S UNION OF GOLF AND GIVING

Fan Zones for AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 unveiled

Music performances from a Vietnamese music group and Japanese Taiko drummers light up the opening days of the official public fan zones

AFC General Secretary, Dato’ Windsor John Joins Leaders Sport Business Summit

Imparted with a lifelong passion for football, Windsor John has been part of the AFC for over 6 years and has been instrumental in delivering new visions and missions for the organisation. With a hand in the expansion of AFC’s major competitions, and all of them achieving new records in spectatorship, TV viewership, and fan engagement, the General Secretary is perfectly placed to give a masterclass in the opportunities ahead for football in the Middle East region.

Thousands of fans to enjoy AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 thanks to Patrons

Passionate fans throughout the region have been given the chance to be part of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019, thanks to the successful Patrons Programme which has more than doubled in size since its launch.

“Voices of Asia” series to spread hope and inspiration from the UAE around the world

A powerful documentary series of inspiring videos produced to celebrate the true spirit of football and the tournament slogan of “Bringing Asia Together” is set to be released by the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Local Organising Committee (LOC).  

AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Fantasy Football goes live!

Fantasy Football has joined the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 party for the first time ever as the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) today confirmed the competition will be another way fans across the Continent can engage with the football drama.

The Leaders Sports Business Summit in Abu Dhabi has drawn distinguished speakers from IAAF, ICC, PGA European Tour, Emirates, Arsenal FC and more

For the first time, Leaders, bring their globally renowned Sport Business Summit to Abu Dhabi.

STADIUMS READY TO OFFER PERFECT BACKDROP TO EXCITING AFC ASIAN CUP UAE 2019

Eight prestigious stadiums across the UAE are ready to welcome fans following significant improvements ahead of the biggest ever AFC Asian Cup

Tourists set to receive exclusive passport stamp to celebrate the spirit of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019

Football fans and tourists travelling to the UAE during the AFC Asian Cup can look forward to receiving an exclusive limited-edition stamp in their passports thanks to a joint initiative launched this week with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship.

China PR arrive for UAE 2019

China PR's Marcello Lippi and his charges arrived in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday

Volunteers ready to deliver the biggest and best Asian Cup in history

Fans to illuminate the AFC Asian Cup, as they did in the FIFA Club World Cup

The fans contributed to the success of the event and a pat on the back to the excellent work from the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for an outstanding show that they presented throughout the 10 days.

Abu Dhabi receives FINA flag to host 2020 Short Course World Championship

Abu Dhabi received the flag of hosting the 2020 FINA Short Course World Swimming Championships at the conclusion of the 14th staging of the world event in Hangzhou, China, last week.

AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 braced for battle of managerial titans

Some of the greatest minds in world football will be fixing their sights on Asia’s ultimate prize

Nahyan bin Zayed receives People of Determination Team

Nahyan bin Zayed receives People of Determination Team

Oman arrive for UAE 2019 challenge

India first team to arrive for AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019

Official AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Merchandise to go on sale tomorrow

As the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 fever grips the Continent, fans have been given the opportunity to own a piece of football history with the launch of the tournament’s official merchandise campaign.

HH Sheikh Nahyan: After a successful FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018, we welcome the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019

After a successful conclusion of the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 and the Year of Zayed, the Emirates are all set to welcome the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 and the Year of Tolerance.

UAE transforms ahead of biggest and best AFC Asian Cup

Iconic buildings and locations throughout the UAE are being made over in the colors of the highly anticipated football tournament

The UAE Tour inaugural edition - Route, Jerseys, Teams and Riders unveiled

A Team Time Trial on the first day, three stages dedicated to sprinters,
one for puncheurs and two for climbers

Nine-man Esperance win consolation fifth place in penalty shootout

Esperance de Tunis drew some consolation by taking fifth place in the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 after their win over Guadalajara on penalties 6-5 after a one-all deadlock at the Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain.

Al Ain create history after reaching Fifa Club World Cup final

Al Ain created history by becoming the first Arabian Gulf League side to reach the FIFA Club World Cup final, after their victory over the Copa Libertadores champions River Plate in a penalty shootout.

EUROPEAN TOUR LEGEND HENRIK ‘ICEMAN’ STENSON CONFIRMED TO MAKE 14TH CONSECUTIVE APPEARANCE AT 2019 ABU DHABI HSBC CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY EGA

Stenson joins incredible 2019 Abu Dhabi line-up, including World No.1 Brooks Koepka, Dustin Johnson and double ‘Falcon Trophy’ winner Tommy Fleetwood

Sheikh Nahyan issue decree to form Board of Abu Dhabi Falconers Club

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, issued a decree on the formation of the Board of Directors of the Abu Dhabi Falconers Club.

The board of directors are: HE Fares Mohammed Ahmed Al Mazrouei and the membership of His Excellency Mohammed Abdullah Al Dhaheri, Abdullah Ahmad Al Qubaisi, Mohammad Bathan Al Mansouri and Ateeq Butti Al Mazrouei.

The decision of HH Sheikh Nahyan stipulates the term of office of the Board of Directors shall be three years, subject to renewal.

Kashima defeat Guadalajara to setup semi-final meeting with Real Madrid

Dazzling new AFC Asian Cup trophy lands in Japan

The stunning new AFC Asian Cup trophy landed in Tokyo, Japan on Tuesday for the final leg of its tour before making its way via Emirates Airline to host city Dubai in the UAE on December 19, 2018.

UAE National Team given inspiration from supporters as they arrive at AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019TM

After shortlisting thousands of entries in the supporter competition, the UAE team bus will honour the nation with the words Our Time Is Now across the bus, inspiring all, both on and off the field.

AFC Asian Cup celebrates 600 Playmakers Milestone

Football fans across the region rally to support their countries, as 17-year old Iraqi football fan leads the way

ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon reveal full line-up of elite runners to take part in inaugural Abu Dhabi Marathon

Runners join half-marathon word-record holder, Abraham Kiptum, in first-ever ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

Premier Motors and Maserati to bring Italian flair to ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

Maserati announced as the Official Car of ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon 2018

ARGENTINE LEGENDS HIGHLIGHT UNIFYING POWER OF FOOTBALL AHEAD OF FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP UAE 2018

Argentinian FIFA Legends show solidarity and encourage fans to unite and celebrate football ahead of next month’s tournament

Tadweer join hands with ADSC in support of inaugural Abu Dhabi marathon

Abu Dhabi National Centre for Waste Management (Tadweer) signed a sponsorship deal with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) in support of the inaugural ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon that takes place on December 7.

More than 1,200 Amateur footballers vie for the ultimate Asian Community Cup Prize

Amateur footballers around the UAE are getting a taste of the AFC Asian Cup action

Abu Dhabi Sports Council is strategic partner for Special Olympic World Games

Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Organising Committee for the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.

Mohamed bin Zayed visits Etihad Airways pavilion in Yas Marina Circuit

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, today visited the pavilion of the Etihad Airways, the title sponsor of the FORMULA 1 2018 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX, the now-running Middle East’s premier sporting event.

Argentine Rivals Ready To Battle For Last Remaining FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 Spot With Tournament Just 20 Days Away

Club Atlético River Plate host Boca Juniors this weekend in Superclásico showdown to crown South American champions   

Cycling, swimming competitions in busy weekend at Al Hudayriat Island

A busy and enjoyable weekend is on the cards for those taking part in the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) organised community cycling races and swimming competitions at the Al Hudayriat Island.

Welcome Boost To Female Sports Participation In The UAE

Sports Experts Lead The Way To Encourage More Women To Get Involved In Football And Other Sports-related Activities.

Aoun wins President of the UAE Cup at rain-drenched Anfa Ramil racetrack

Aoun was an impressive winner of the ninth leg of the President of the UAE Cup for Purebred Arabians at the Anfa Ramil racetrack in Casablanca, Morocco, on Sunday.

Double 2018 Major Winner Brooks Koepka Confirmed To Play 2019 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Presented By

PGA TOUR Player of the Year set to join fellow Ryder Cup superstars Dustin Johnson and Tommy Fleetwood

National Festival of Tolerance to culminate in Tolerance Cricket Cup finale at Abu Dhabi Cricket

The Tolerance Cricket Cup is set for an exciting conclusion tomorrow, as Abu Dhabi Cricket (ADC) hosts the Grand Final between Saadiyat Falcons and Team Labotel.

Pakistan And New Zealand Set For Thrilling Test Series In The Nation’s Capital With Free Entry For All Spectators

PAKISTAN AIMS TO CONCLUDE SUCCESSFUL SEASON WITH FINAL WIN OVER THE KIWIS

Fan Engagement Reaches Fever Pitch As AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 Marks 50 Days-to-go

Thousands of fans join the celebrations ahead of the biggest-ever sporting event to be hosted in the region

VAR to play a role at AFC Asian Cup matches

The decisive matches in the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 are to be enhanced by the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system after the AFC Referees Committee approved its use from the quarter-finals onwards.

Tolerance Cricket Cup celebrates successful first outing

Initiative launched by His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance set for fitting finale

Women’s UAE National Teams Give Support To AFC’s ‘it’s My Game’ Initiative

'Give yourself a chance' was the inspiring message given to women of all ages as they were joined by the United Arab Emirates’ women’s national teams for the latest AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 ‘It’s My Game’ event.

AFC gives thumbs up to three stadiums in Dubai and Sharjah

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) delegation expressed their satisfaction on the ongoing work both at the Shabab Al Ahli Club’s Rashid stadium and Al Nasr Clubs Al Maktoum stadium after visits to the AFC Asian Cup venues in Dubai on Monday.

One Month To Go Until FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018

AFC and CAF representatives confirmed this weekend after Kashima Antlers and Esperance de Tunis crowned champions

Six Of The Best Confirmed For The FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018! Kashima Antlers Join All-star Line-up

Japanese team claim first AFC Champions League title with victory over Persepolis FC to secure place in world club football showcase from 12-22 December

Kings Of Africa Are Coming! Five Alive For The FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 As Esperance De Tunis Seal Place With CAF Glory

Tunisian side complete thrilling comeback to become fifth team to secure a spot in the tournament from 12-22 December

Hunt completes hattrick; Iffland wins first FINA High Diving World Cup

Hunt completes hattrick; Iffland wins first FINA High Diving World Cup

HUGE WEEKEND AHEAD OF FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP UAE 2018 QUALIFIERS

African, Asian and South American finalists take the field looking to secure their tickets to Abu Dhabi this December

Wellbrock, Bridi victorious in the final leg of FINA Marathon Swim in Abu Dhabi

Wellbrock, Bridi victorious in the final leg of FINA Marathon Swim in Abu Dhabi

Open water swimmers and high board divers in action at the Breakwater

The final leg of the FINA/HOSA 10km Marathon Swim and the High Board Diving World Cups takes place at the Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club on Friday and Saturday respectively.

ADSC conducts workshop for youth goalkeepers

A football goalkeepers workshop for youth attended by 16 coaches from various clubs in Abu Dhabi was conducted by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) over the weekend.

PATRONS TO PAVE THE WAY FOR THOUSANDS OF FANS TO TAKE PART IN AFC ASAIN CUP UAE 2019

Thousands of football fans will have the opportunity to be part of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 thanks to the support of businesses that are signing up to become patrons for the biggest sporting event ever held in the region.

World champions to be crowned in the 10km Marathon Swim and High Diving World Cups in Abu Dhabi

The 10km Marathon Swim has drawn 84 men and 51 women across 31 nations and the High Dive consists of 30 men and 12 women from 20 countries.

Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship Presented By EGA Welcomes Back Global Golfing Giants Johnson And Fleetwood

List of stars to confirm for 2019 event includes defending champion Tommy Fleetwood and big-hitting world number 3 Dustin Johnson

SCHOOLS EDUCATE AFC AMBASSADOR SHOWING WITH THEIR SKILLS IN THE BUILD UP TO AFC ASIAN CUP

School children have scored with 90 minutes of action, swapping the classroom for the football pitch as excitement grows for the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 which kicks off in just two months.

Carpaij and Thomas share honours in Liwa Community race

Jasper Carpaij and Roisin Thomas shared the honours in the Liwa Community cycling championship conducted by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) in Al Dhafra over the weekend.

World-class runners to take part in the esteemed ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

International athletes Abraham Kiptum, Stanley Biwott, Gelete Burka and Eunice Chebichii line up to take on the keenly anticipated ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon

Edgar Davis: No shortcut for success in any sport

 Former Holland international Edgar Davids listed an early start to competition, a professional training environment and quality work as the keys to success in any sport.

Launch of AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019TM “It’s My Game” programme encourages UAE women to get involved in football

The AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 has launched the “It’s My Game” programme with the goal of inspiring women across the UAE to embrace different roles in football and the wider sports industry.

Pakistan To Face New Zealand At Zayed Cricket Stadium In A T20 Showdown

Off the back of their practice match success against the UAE, New Zealand’s cricketers are set to bring their A-game to Zayed Cricket Stadium on 31 October for their series opener against Pakistan.

Hamdan bin Mohammed receives UAE Cycling team

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai met today, in Dubai, with the UAE national cycling team.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed’s boats take three of the top four spots in Dalma dhow race.

The boat ‘Al Wasf’ owned by Dubai’s Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum and skippered by Mohammed Hamad Al Ghashaish won the second Dalma 60-foot dhow race on Thursday.

390 runners on the start line of the 3rd Abu Dhabi Dash

The festivities begin for Dalma Festival

The Heritage Village of the Dalma Marine Racing Festival will be open to the public from Wednesday.

Abu Dhabi realigns golf portfolio with updates to 2019 calendar

Abu Dhabi Sports Council announces new format and dates for the Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies Open

Host Stadiums In Abu Dhabi And Al Ain Receive Green Light For FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018

The final countdown is on. Today marks 50 days until the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018 kicks off on 12 December. Coinciding with this milestone, FIFA earlier this month gave the green light to the two host stadiums in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain as the UAE continues its preparations to welcome the best club sides on the planet.

UAE National Players Surprise Children At Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium

Football stars past and present kicked-off the country’s biggest-ever schools festival today, which will see over 75,000 children ‘Adopt a Nation’ ahead of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019.

More than 3,000 sailors on 116 boats challenge for slice of Dh25m Dalma race

The Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club (ADSYC) has brought forward the day of the second Dalma Sailing Festival’s 60-foot dhow race to Thursday at the recommendation of the National Centre for Meteorology.

Sudanese fans ready for Al Hilal and Al Merreikh Classico in Abu Dhabi

The Sudan Classico Al Hilal and Al Merreikh are set to draw a full house at the 42,000 capacity Al Jazira Club’s Mohammed bin Zayed stadium 8pm on Friday, November 2.

Australians, Irish riders dominate Al Ain-Jebel Hafeet Cycling Tour

The Al Ain-Jebel Hafeet Cycling Tour organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) drew 179 participants both men and women, and for the age groups, at the Oasis city on Friday.

Moahmmed bin Rashid receives UAE Paralympics team

Vice President, Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received today members of the UAE Paralympics team, who clinched 11 medals at the 2018 Asian Para Games which concluded recently in Jakarta.

Adventure run and cycling race in Al Ain at the weekend

The Al Ain-Jebel Hafeet cycling challenge- on Friday, October 19, and the Al Ain Zoo run on Saturday, 20 October, by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) will take as two important community sport events within the new season’s calendar .

Sheikh Nahyan is confident to present an Asian Cup 2019 to remember

HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of both Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) and Local Organizing Committee of the Asian Cup 2019, is confident they can present the most memorable Asian Cup in the history of the continental championship.

Lagenev dominates the ADSC Swimming Festival

Sarah Lagenev dominated the Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) swimming festival at Al Hudayriat Island over the weekend.

Sharjah stadium is spruced up to host Asian Cup games

The Executive Office of the Asian Cup was updated by the Sharjah Local Organising Committee (LOC) on the latest updates on their preparation to host matches of the Continental Cup.

Abu Dhabi Fans To Be Treated To Free Entry As Test Cricketing Powerhouses Meet At Zayed Cricket Stadium

ABU DHABI CRICKET AND PAKISTAN CRICKET BOARD JOIN FORCES TO OFFER FANS FREE ENTRY TO ALL TEST MATCHES AT ZAYED CRICKET STADIUM IN 2018

Australian Playmakers Score With A Special Training Session With Socceroos

Australia meet young fans during Dubai training camp

Al Rumaithi: UAE media second to none in technology and expertise

Major General Mohammed Khalfan Al Rumaithi, Chairman of General Authority for Sport, held the UAE media in high esteem to provide world-class coverage on sports as well as promote the country in a positive way.

Dalma Sailing Festival receives ADNOC sponsorship

The Dalma Sailing Festival received a further boost with the national business conglomerate ADNOC signing up as a sponsor for the event to be held from October 25 to 29.

FIFA LEGEND ROBERTO CARLOS INVITES FANS TO EXPERIENCE FIFA CLUB WORLD CUP UAE 2018

With just over 60 days to go until the start of the FIFA Club World Cup UAE 2018, Brazilian icon and FIFA Legend, Roberto Carlos, visited the UAE this weekend to share his excitement ahead of this year’s tournament and to invite fans from around the world to gather in the UAE this December to watch the world’s top players and clubs in action.

Al Masaood steps on board as sponsor for Dalma Sailing Festival

The Al Masaood Group stepped on board as another sponsor of the Dalma Sailing Festival conducted by the Abu Dhabi Sailing and Yacht Club and held from October 25 to 29.

Al Rumaithi meets AFC Presidential candidate Adel Ezzat

Major General Mohammed Khalfan Al Rumaithi, Chairman of General Authority for Sports received the Asian Football Federation (AFC) presidential candidate Adel Ezzat at the Abu Dhabi Sports Council on Wednesday.

Abu Dhabi strong contender for World Capital of Sports award

Abu Dhabi has emerged as a front-runner to be crowned as the World Capital of Sports in a two-race tie over Taipei.

Flood of entries for Dalma Festival’s Dh 25million traditional boat race

The Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club was inundated with entries for the second Dalma Sailing Festival’s Dh25million 60-foot traditional sailing boat race from October 25 to 29.

Al Rubaya Group step forward as sponsor of the Dalma Festival

The Al Rubaya Group has stepped forward to sponsor the second Dalma Sailing Festival conducted by the Abu Dhabi Sailing & Yacht Club from October 25 to 29.

Work at Al Maktoum and Rashid stadiums are in full-swing to host Asian Cup

The Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Group HE Saeed Hareb is confident the refurbishing work at both the Al Maktoum and Rashid stadiums were going full steam and will be ready ahead of the schedule.

Executive Office, Al Ain Group inspect Asia Cup venues in Al Ain

The Executive Office of the Asian Cup UAE 2019 and the Al Ain Group in Hazza bin Zayed stadium conducted and inspecting to oversee the work in progress of the two stadiums in the city hosting the 24-team continental tournament from January 5 to February 1.

The United Arab Emirates gained membership of the International Youth Federation

UAE TOUR DEBUT EDITION - LOGO AND TROPHY UNVEILED IN DUBAI

In the Audi Dubai Showroom, home of Al Nabooda Automobiles, the Supreme Organising Committee of the UAE Tour have unveiled the event’s new logo and the new winner’s trophy.

Capital laces up as entries open for ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi 2019

The ITU World Triathlon Abu Dhabi opens its doors for entrants tomorrow, as organisers encourage athletes – from first-timers to seasoned competitors – to join the spectacle when it returns to Yas Island on 8th and 9th of March, 2019.

Delma Festival offer record prize money and bracing for record entries

The second staging of the Delma Sailing Festival for a record prize money of Dh25 million is set to draw more than 100 boats and 3,000 sailors in the 60-foot traditional sail boat race from October 25 to 29.

UAE ahead of schedule on their preparedness for the Asian Cup

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) delegation has given the thumbs up following the inspections to the eight stadiums hosting AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 matches.

Triathlon, duathlon draw big crowds to Hudayriat Island

The triathlon and duathlon organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) drew 765 competitors in over the weekend at the Hudayriat Island

Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) Al Hudayriat Island triathlon

Martin Lebeck and Shannon Benson emerged winners of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Sports Council’s (ADSC) Al Hudayriat Island triathlon on Friday.