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Mid East Info
6 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attends official signing ceremony between Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 and ADNOC
• ADNOC announced as Presenting Sponsor of Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 Abu Dhabi, UAE – His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Developmental and Martyrs' Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, witnessed the signing of a sponsorship agreement between The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 and ADNOC. Under the agreement, ADNOC will become the official Presenting Sponsor of the first-ever edition of the Open Masters Games to be held in the Middle East. The agreement was signed in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, and His Excellency Mohammed Al Junaibi, Vice Chairman of the Open Masters Abu Dhabi 2026 Organising Committee. The signatories were His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Saif Al Falahi, ADNOC, Director of Group Business Support and Special Tasks. Senior officials from both parties and prominent local athletes were also in attendance. Furthermore, the event featured the official unveiling of the Abu Dhabi 2026 Games logo, which is inspired by the UAE's diverse natural landscape, and the Games' ethos of healthy living and community values. Furthermore, the ceremony underscored the leadership's long-term commitment to fostering social cohesion and pursuing active lifestyles, while positioning the UAE as a global hub for longevity and sport. H.E. Aref Hamad Al Awani, said: 'We are delighted to welcome ADNOC as the Presenting Sponsor of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026. This is a collaboration that reflects our shared commitment to empowering communities, promoting healthy lifestyles, and showcasing the UAE on the global sporting stage. With ADNOC's support, we will deliver a world-class event that celebrates inclusion, heritage, and excellence, while inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace the joy of sport. HE went on to add the this partnership demonstrates the UAE's national vision across health, inclusion, and sustainable community development, in addition to reflecting the country's world-class infrastructure and deep cultural legacy, while reinforcing its reputation as a premier host of major global events. Saif Al Falahi, added: 'ADNOC is proud to support the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 as Presenting Sponsor, reinforcing our commitment to promoting healthier, more active lifestyles and stronger communities. In the UAE's Year of Community, this important event will harness the power of sports to unite communities, enhance wellbeing and inspire national pride. We look forward to welcoming competitors and their friends and families from around the world to what promises to be an unforgettable event in the UAE.' The Open Masters Games will take place in the UAE in February 2026 and are expected to welcome more than 25,000 participants from around the world. The Games will feature 33 sports across multiple disciplines and age categories, including the senior Emirati population, providing an inclusive and memorable experience for all. In a unique celebration of the UAE's heritage, the Games will also feature traditional Emirati sports, including dhow sailing, falconry, and camel racing, in addition to 18 disciplines that will be open to all people of determination. The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 aims to go beyond sport, serving as a platform to enhance physical and mental well-being, encourage participation, and strengthen intergenerational bonds. The Games are expected to positively impact several key sectors such as sport, tourism, and the economy, leaving a long-term and sustainable legacy that extends far beyond the sports arena.
Al Etihad
6 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnesses signing of agreement between Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 and ADNOC
2 June 2025 18:35 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, and Chairman of the Supreme Organising Committee for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, witnessed the signing of a sponsorship agreement between the games and ADNOC. Under the agreement, ADNOC will become the official Presenting Sponsor of the first-ever edition of the event to be held in the Middle agreement was signed in the presence of His Excellency Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC, and His Excellency Mohammed Al Junaibi, Vice Chairman of the Open Masters Abu Dhabi 2026 Organising Committee. The signatories were His Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, and Saif Al Falahi, ADNOC, Director of Group Business Support and Special Tasks. Senior officials from both parties and prominent local athletes were also in attendance. Furthermore, the event featured the official unveiling of the logo for the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, which is inspired by the UAE's diverse natural landscape, and the games' ethos of healthy living and community values. The ceremony underscored the leadership's long-term commitment to fostering social cohesion and pursuing active lifestyles, while positioning the UAE as a global hub for longevity and Excellency Aref Hamad Al Awani, said: 'We are delighted to welcome ADNOC as the Presenting Sponsor of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026. This is a collaboration that reflects our shared commitment to empowering communities, promoting healthy lifestyles, and showcasing the UAE on the global sporting stage. With ADNOC's support, we will deliver a world-class event that celebrates inclusion, heritage, and excellence, while inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace the joy of sport.'His Excellency added that the partnership demonstrates the UAE's national vision across health, inclusion, and sustainable community development, in addition to reflecting the country's world-class infrastructure and deep cultural legacy, reinforcing its reputation as a premier host of major global Al Falahi, added: 'ADNOC is proud to support the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 as Presenting Sponsor, reinforcing our commitment to promoting healthier, more active lifestyles and stronger communities. In the UAE Year of Community, this important event will harness the power of sports to unite communities, enhance wellbeing, and inspire national pride. We look forward to welcoming competitors and their friends and families from around the world to what promises to be an unforgettable event in the UAE.'The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will take place in the UAE in February 2026 and are expected to welcome more than 25,000 participants from around the world. The games will feature 33 sports across multiple disciplines and age categories, including senior citizens, providing an inclusive and memorable experience for all. In a unique celebration of the UAE's heritage, the games will also feature traditional Emirati sports, including dhow sailing, falconry, and camel racing, in addition to 18 disciplines that will be open to People of Determination. The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 aims to go beyond sport, serving as a platform to enhance physical and mental wellbeing, encourage participation, and strengthen intergenerational bonds. The games are expected to positively impact several key sectors such as sport, tourism, and the economy, leaving a long-term and sustainable legacy that extends far beyond the sports arena.
Al Etihad
6 days ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
Supreme Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 reveals official event logo
2 June 2025 13:00 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)|The Supreme Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs, has unveiled its official event Emirati heritage, the design draws inspiration from the UAE's diverse natural environment, including deserts, mountains, and coastal waters, to capture the spirit of both land and represents the UAE's identity and core values of tolerance and inclusion, while also promoting unity, collaboration, and community UAE's iconic landmarks, including Zayed National Museum, Zayed Sports City, and the Museum of the Future, are seamlessly integrated into the design through flowing forms that resemble sea waves and sand dunes. These elements reflect the values of resilience, ambition, shared purpose, and ongoing national Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasised that hosting a global event of this magnitude reflects the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, who considers healthy lifestyles and longevity to be an essential aspect of life for all individuals, irrespective of age or Highness further noted that the games demonstrate the UAE's ongoing investment in the growth of its sports sector, positioning it as a vibrant platform for international engagement while affirming the nation's reputation for delivering world-class events that encourage broad participation and foster social Highness said the UAE welcomes all participants from around the world to the Open Masters Games, promising an unforgettable celebration of movement that reflects the UAE's values of tolerance, harmony, peace, and openness to all Highness further noted that the UAE offers an ideal setting for international events thanks to its strategic location in the region, modern infrastructure, and advanced sports facilities, which contribute to a high quality of life, expanded opportunities for community participation, and improved physical of the International Masters Games Association, Sergei Bubka, said, 'The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will serve as a meaningful international platform that brings together participants from around the world and fosters lasting human connections. With the UAE hosting the games, it further strengthens its position as a trusted venue for major global events and confirms the confidence placed in the country by the international sports community.'The Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 will be the largest and most diverse multi-sport event ever held in the Middle East. The event will take place across the UAE between February 6-15, 2026, and is expected to attract more than 25,000 participants across 33 different sports. These include four traditional Emirati disciplines that honour the cultural legacy of the nation, and 18 sports open to People of Games offer a wide variety of sports suited to all ages and abilities. These include precision events such as archery and shooting, team competitions like football, basketball, volleyball, netball and rugby, as well as individual disciplines including athletics, swimming, cycling, golf, tennis, table tennis, badminton, squash, and sports such as judo, karate, jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai will be featured, along with water events like sailing, kayaking and canoeing, and camel racing. Additional activities include bowling, cricket, orienteering, padel, traditional falconry, traditional horse racing, triathlon and duathlon, wrestling, traditional equestrian events, and obstacle course racing.
