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Observer
04-05-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Oman to host 10th Asian Beach Handball Torney
MUSCAT, MAY 4 The Oman Handball Association (OHA) is all set to kick off the actions of the 10th AHF Asian Men's and Women's Beach Handball championship which will begin in Muscat on Tuesday and will run until May 15. Moosa bin Khamis al Balushi, OHA Chairman, unveiled in a press meet all the relevant details for this major Asian hosting. ' We are thrilled to host this prestigious event for the second time in history following the great success of the 2015 edition. Hosting this event was one of the key plans for the new board directors and we have managed to host it in Oman. The Asian Handball Federation (AHF) has full confidence in Oman's organisational capabilities and reinforces the Sultanate of Oman's position as a leading destination for international sporting events. This continental event will build on the success of the 3rd Gulf Beach Games which concluded last month in Muscat as the national beach handball team had clinched the gold medal. This achievement serves as a strong motivation for the national team to compete for the Asian title for the first time in history, despite reaching the finals more than eight times previously. Now is the time to fulfill this dream. I am confident on the team players to deliver their outmost efforts in order to win the title ,' OHA chief added. Responding to an inquiry on having tournament in winter instead of summer season, Moosa said:' The dates and timing of this tournament is not in our control as AHF have set an agenda for the whole year. In addition, the Asian Championship will act as a valuable opportunity to promote tourism in Oman and enhance cultural exchange among participating countries. There were tough efforts made to ensure the tournament's success starting from preparing main field and training venues according to international standards beside the logistical and accommodation services that meet the needs of all teams. Special thanks goes to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth (MoCSY) for their support in securing hosting rights and to private sector companies sponsoring this major event. The championship will be a platform for showcasing Omani youth talents in organising major international events and enhancing the competitive spirit among participating Asian teams,' he ended. Salim bin Khalfan al Saadi, Board Member and Tournament Director, said that there are three venues for the event including the main venue that will feature opening and concluding ceremony and the key matches of the tournament beside another additional venue for the rest of the games while third venue is for warm up sessions,' ' Many sub committees were formed for this event to provide the required efforts for all the teams. Public Relations Committee are busy in these days as they are welcoming the participating teams and guests and ensure a comfortable stay in designated hotels. Jordan team were the first arrivals and rest of the teams will come accordingly. The Stadium Committee also played a vital role in preparing the courts to international standards, providing official match balls, and testing electronic scoring systems to ensure accuracy. The Medical Committee confirmed its full readiness to provide medical support throughout the tournament, with over 20 members from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, and the Ministry of Health. Field medical teams were equipped with the latest emergency tools, and specialised medical teams were stationed at venues and hotels,' he added ' The Media Committee played a major role in promoting the event through social media and various media outlets. Matches will be broadcast live on Oman Sports TV and Al Kass Channel, which sponsors Asian Handball Federation tournaments,' he ended. On the other side, Oman team managed to win their first friendly match against Jordan 2-1 on Saturday. Both teams are gearing up for the tournament. Oman beach handball team is clubbed with Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong and Maldives in Group A. Group B comprised of Iran, Philippines, Jordan, Pakistan and India. The women's competition will feature only four teams in one group only including: Vietnam, Hong Kong, Philippines and India.
Daily Tribune
10-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain starts strong at Gulf Beach Games
Bahrain opened its campaign at the 3rd Gulf Beach Games in Muscat with a commanding display in athletics, taking gold and bronze in the women's 60m sprint. Laily Kamal clocked a winning time of 7.77 seconds to top the podium, while Zainab Mohammed se-cured bronze in 7.93 seconds, ensuring Bahrain's first medals of the competition came in style. Bahrain's medal tally continued to rise yesterday, as swimmers Ahmed Abdullnabi and Ahmed Suhail claimed bronze in the 10-kilometre open water team event. The duo's gritty performance in the endurance test added to a strong start for Team Bahrain. dsfds dfs gfg Dominant Display in the Sand Elsewhere, the men's beach volleyball second team—Ali Marhoon and Hassan Nasser— also im-pressed, brushing aside Oman 4 in straight sets (21-9, 21-9) to reach the quarter-finals. The match was witnessed by Bahrain's Ambassador to Oman, Dr Juma'a bin Ahmed Al Kaabi, who was present to cheer on the squad. Earlier, the team swept past Oman 4 in straight sets (21- 9, 21-9) to book their place in the quarter-finals. With the competition heating up, Team Bahrain heads into the next round of events with confidence and growing momentum.
Gulf Today
08-04-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
UAE's paraglider Hammadi bags another gold at 3rd Gulf Beach Games in Muscat
Abdullah Nasser Al Hammadi, a member of the UAE national paragliding team, has claimed his second gold medal at the 3rd Gulf Beach Games Muscat 2025, further adding to the UAE's growing medal tally. His latest triumph brings the nation's gold count to three — two by Hammadi in paragliding events and one by the national sailing team in the Optimist team category. The UAE also secured a silver medal in the aerosports sports team competition. Hammadi won gold in both the target landing and cone knocking (paragliding bowling) events. The national paragliding team claimed silver in the overall team category, which included Abdullah Nasser, Mohammed Abdullah Al Jasmi, Tariq Al Obaidli, Mohammed Jaber, and Rashid Al Samahi. The UAE delegation celebrated the achievements of the national paragliding team, which secured three medals — two gold and one silver — at the 3rd Gulf Beach Games in Muscat. Nasser Al Neyadi, President of the Emirates Aerosports Federation, hailed the results as the culmination of years of training and institutional backing. 'On behalf of the Emirates Aerosports Federation, we dedicate this proud accomplishment to our wise leadership and the UAE National Olympic Committee, in recognition of their continued support and visionary approach that fosters excellence and builds champions,' he said. He added: 'We extend heartfelt congratulations to our athletes and reaffirm our commitment to supporting their journey of success. These achievements enrich the UAE's distinguished sporting record, with the national paragliding team capturing two golds and a silver — underscoring the country's leadership in air sports.' Neyadi also thanked the UAE National Olympic Committee for its sustained support and its role in creating an ideal environment for nurturing sporting talent and enabling strong representation at both regional and international levels. Commenting on his victory, Hammadi said: 'I am proud to be part of this historic accomplishment. I dedicate it to my country, our leaders, and everyone who believed in us. Thank you to all who contributed to making this possible.' Yousef Al Hammadi, Vice President of the Emirates Aerosports Federation, also expressed pride in the national team's performance. 'This success reflects the dedication and unity of our athletes, coaches, and staff, who work together with a shared mission to raise the UAE flag high on podiums across the region. These results are a testament to their hard work and our commitment to excellence,' he said. Meanwhile, the UAE men's beach handball team secured a second consecutive win after defeating Bahrain 2–1 in a penalty shootout. The team had previously beaten Saudi Arabia by the same margin, following an opening loss to Oman. They will face Oman again on Wednesday as part of the tournament's round-robin format, where each team meets twice. In beach football, the UAE national team opened their campaign with a 4–1 victory over Saudi Arabia and is scheduled to play Bahrain on Wednesday in their second group-stage fixture. The national sailing team concluded the first day of individual races with promising performances. Khalifa Ahmed Al Rumaithi led the Optimist class, while Othman Abdul Karim Al Hammadi topped the ILCA 6 (Men's) category. Among the women, Dhohaa Al Beshr led the ILCA 6, and Marwa Al Hammadi placed first in the ILCA 4. Adel Khalid Al Bastaki finished second in the ILCA 7 class, with Mohammed Marwan Al Marzouqi taking third in the ILCA 4 (Men's). Kamilia Khalifa Al Qubaisi and Alyazia Hassan Al Hammadi both secured third place in the ILCA 6 and ILCA 4 (Women's), respectively. Final standings will be confirmed at the conclusion of the races on Thursday. Elsewhere, the UAE athletics team held their first training session after arriving in Muscat, preparing for the competition ahead. On Wednesday, Mohammed Hassan Khairi Al Noubi and Salem Ali Hassan Al Baloushi will compete in the men's 60m sprint, while Fatima Al Baloushi and Mahra Abdulrahim will participate in the women's 60m sprint. Salem Ali Hassan Al Baloushi will also take part in the long jump.
Arab Times
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Sheikh Khaled Al-Badr attends the inauguration of the Gulf Beach Games
KUWAIT CITY, April 5, (Agencies): The Chair of the Kuwaiti and Asian Aquatics Federations, Sheikh Khaled Al-Badr Al-Sabah, attended the opening ceremony of the 3rd Gulf Beach Games, which was held in Muscat on Saturday, April 5. According to a press release, Sheikh Khaled, before his departure, stated that the Gulf Beach Games is a distinguished sporting event and one of the most prominent competitions to be held in the Gulf countries in 2025. He expressed his full confidence in the capabilities and expertise of the sports institutions in the sisterly Sultanate of Oman to successfully organize this event. Sheikh Khaled highlighted that such events play a vital role in enhancing integration, facilitating the exchange of experiences, and elevating the technical and physical standards of athletes in the GCC countries. He stressed that the Omani Federation is one of the main pillars of Gulf Aquatics and is always striving to exchange expertise and continuously develop the aquatics system. Sheikh Khaled praised the tremendous efforts exerted by the relevant authorities in the Sultanate of Oman to provide all necessary facilities for the success of the Beach Games competition. This event, which brings together members of the GCC countries, will include eight sports and heritage events that will be held in a spirit of friendly competition. He affirmed the strong cooperation between the Asian Federation and the national federations of the member states to promote and elevate water sports throughout Asia so that Asia will remain a symbol of excellence in the Olympic Games and a global benchmark in the world of sports. Meanwhile, 65 athletes from Kuwait are competing across six sports: beach soccer, beach volleyball, sailing, paragliding, athletics, and tent pegging. The Kuwaiti air sports team kicked off its participation with paragliding competitions at Al-Jissah Beach, where they will compete in six rounds over the next two days. The team includes talented athletes Ibrahim Al-Rashoud, Ahmad Al-Madhi, Mohammad Al-Dousari, and Talal Al-Mutawa. The event aims to foster stronger sports cooperation among Gulf countries. Kuwaiti athletes are eager to achieve top results and proudly represent their country, hoping to raise the Kuwaiti flag on the podium. The Oman Olympic Committee has made extensive preparations for the games, ensuring a smooth event as the GCC countries, including Kuwait, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, and Qatar, come together to compete in a variety of beach sports. Founded in the early 1980s, the GCC has worked towards closer regional integration, not only in sports but across many sectors, and continues to unite the Gulf nations in sporting events like this one.
Arab Times
03-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait's athletes gear up for third Gulf Beach Games in Oman
KUWAIT CITY, April 3: The Kuwait Olympic Committee has announced its participation in the 3rd Gulf Beach Games "Muscat 2025," which will take place in the Sultanate of Oman from tomorrow. A total of 65 athletes, both male and female, will represent Kuwait across six of the eight sports scheduled for the tournament, which runs until April 11. Mohammed Al-Khalfan, the head of Kuwait's delegation and director of the committee, confirmed that Kuwait will compete in beach soccer, beach volleyball, sailing, air sports (paragliding), athletics, and equestrian peg-tie competitions. The tournament will also feature beach handball and long-distance swimming. Al-Khalfan emphasized that Kuwait's participation underscores the committee's commitment to fostering collaboration among Gulf Cooperation Council countries. He highlighted the importance of sports activities in promoting unity and sports integration among Gulf youth, noting that the tournament would feature elite athletes from across the region. He also expressed optimism about the event's significance for Kuwaiti players, who aim to achieve top results and bring pride to their country. He thanked the government for its continued support of Kuwait's sports sector and praised the Oman Olympic Committee for its excellent preparations in hosting the event. Al-Khalfan expects fierce competition among the Gulf athletes in what promises to be an exciting tournament. The Kuwait Olympic Committee has also confirmed the administrative delegation for the event, which includes Major General (Ret.) Mohammed Saeed Al-Khalfan as the head of the delegation, Dr. Hussein Al-Saeed as Mission Director, Mohammed Al-Saadi as Director of the Technical Department, Mohammed Al-Shabrawi as Financial Director, Ayman Al-Waili as Media Attaché, Ibrahim Rizq as Administrator, and Mustafa Al-Yasiri as Photographer. The air sports team consists of Ahmed Al-Mas, Naif Al-Humaidi, Talal Al-Mutawa, Mohammed Al-Dosari, Ibrahim Al-Rashoud, Nader Al-Mutairi (coach), and Ahmed Al-Shalhi (team manager). The sailing team includes Hamad Al-Masoud, Ali Anki, Abdulaziz Al-Mansour, Badr Bu Hamad, Amina Shah, Salem Qali, Saud Al-Masoud, Manaf Al-Wahib, Ihab Al-Shanabi (coach), and Ibrahim Al-Farih (team manager). The beach volleyball team consists of Taha Sadiq, Jassim Al-Sabbagh, Nawaf Al-Rashidi, Abdulwahab Talib, Khaled Al-Mutairi (coach), and Abdulaziz Al-Holi (referee). The athletics team includes Khaled Al-Masoud, Mohammed Al-Enezi, Mohammed Ashkanani, Badr Mohammed, Hashem Al-Ali, Khaled Al-Shammari, Ali Badr, Faleh Al-Ajmi (team manager), Hamou Al-Bukili, and Umit Tan (coaches). The beach soccer team features Omar Al-Ruqi, Mishaal Al-Shafei, Abdulaziz Al-Salem, Mohammed Al-Kandari, Jassim Al-Sabaa, Omar Al-Fulaikawi, Abdulaziz Al-Sidra, Badr Al-Tarmoum, Jassim Al-Harban, Ahmed Al-Mashmoum, Wael Al-Shammari, Shamlan Al-Kandari, Mohammed Al-Shaer, Mohammed Hajiya, Abdullah Fouad Ashour (team manager), Tariq Al-Khalidi, and Hussein Khaled (coaches). The peg-picking team consists of Abdullah Al-Daihani, Abdullah Al-Hindi, Hussein Al-Ajmi, Ghanem Al-Ajmi, Ibrahim Al-Enezi, Naif Al-Usaimi (team manager), Rashid Al-Marri, and Ali Bin Ali (coaches). The tournament's competitions will be held in various locations in Muscat and Bousher, with football matches taking place at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex from April 7 to 11 and volleyball on the beaches of Muscat. Beach handball will also be played at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex from April 5 to 11, while long-distance swimming will occur on the beaches of Muscat from April 9 to 11. Sailing competitions will take place on the beaches of Muscat from April 6 to 10, and tent pegging will be held at Al Rahba Farm from April 8 to 10. Athletics and paragliding events are scheduled for the beaches of Muscat and Al Hail Beach, respectively, from April 5 to 10. Kuwait's athletes are eager to compete, aiming for success and to make their mark at this prestigious regional event.
