
Amir holds luncheon banquet in honour of Amir Cup champions, runners-up
It was also attended by distinguished sports and media dignitaries, as well as representatives of the tournament's sponsoring companies.
Personal Representative of HH the Amir, HH Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, were also in attendance.
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