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2 days ago
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Qatar Announces Bid To Host 2036 Olympics Amid Human Rights Concerns
Last Updated: Qatar announced its bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, aiming to bring the event to the MENA region for the first time. Qatar officially announced its bid to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games on Tuesday. Already a seasoned host of major tournaments—including the 2022 FIFA World Cup—Qatar now seeks to bring the world's largest multi-sport event to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region for the first time. #DOHA2036 #OLYMPICS — Team Qatar 🇶🇦 (@qatar_olympic) July 22, 2025 'The official bid submitted by the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games represents a new milestone in Qatar's journey," said Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani in a statement via Qatar News Agency. 'The bid builds on Qatar's proven track record of successfully hosting major international sporting events, most notably the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022." Human Rights Scrutiny Still Lingers Qatar's World Cup legacy remains under global scrutiny. Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, have alleged that thousands of migrant workers died during the tournament's preparation. Qatari authorities dispute the figures, stating that only 37 workers involved in World Cup projects died, with just three fatalities classified as work-related. With recent Olympics awarded to Paris (2024), Los Angeles (2028), and Brisbane (2032), all on different continents, the 2036 edition is widely expected to shift to Asia or possibly Africa—marking a historic first for the latter. Doha's bid will be one of the first major decisions for newly elected International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry, who made history last month as the first woman to lead the organization. (with AFP inputs) view comments First Published: July 22, 2025, 17:12 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Qatar Tribune
6 days ago
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Team Qatar joins opening event of 2025 FISU World University Games
Tribune News Network Rhine-Ruhr, Germany In a poetic and visually striking setting, the Rhine-Ruhr region hosted the grand opening of the 2025 FISU World University Games. The ceremony brought together student-athletes from around the globe, alongside leading figures from the worlds of sport, the Olympics and academia, in a vibrant celebration of youth and university spirit. Rashid Saeed Adiba, secretary-general of the Qatar Collegiate Sports Federation and deputy head of Team Qatar, attended the event, reaffirming Qatar's commitment to global student sport. Also present were FISU President Leonz Eder, Secretary-General Matthias Remund, Executive Committee members, and heads of regional and national university federations. Thousands of students were in attendance. The ceremony opened with a colourful parade of delegations, broadcast live to millions worldwide. Team Qatar proudly participated, with table tennis player Abdullah Abdulwahab carrying the national flag. The delegation included Abdullah Khalifa and Khalid Hussein (fencing), Yousef Magdy and Maryam Ali (table tennis), Maryam Al-Fatnasi (taekwondo), and Mubarka Al-Naimi (tennis), along with technical and administrative staff. Rhine-Ruhr 2025 is one of the largest editions in the event's history, featuring over 8,500 athletes from 150 countries, competing in 234 medal events across 18 sports. The competitions span 12 days and are held at 23 venues across cities including Berlin, Duisburg, and Bochum. Beyond the sporting competitions, the Games offer a rich cultural and educational programme, enhanced through a partnership with the Ruhr Games, adding a festive atmosphere to the event. From July 17 to 19, Bochum will also host the FISU World Conference under the theme: 'Competing for Change: Towards Sustainability and (Mental) Health Through Sport'. The conference will address key issues affecting youth, particularly sustainability and mental health, aligning with Rhine-Ruhr 2025's vision of creating a lasting social and sporting legacy.
Qatar Tribune
26-06-2025
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- Qatar Tribune
Qatar cueist Ali Al Obaidly claims Asian snooker bronze
Team Qatar produced a mixed performance in the round robin stage of the 2025 Asian Team Snooker Championship in Colombo. They opened with a commanding 3-1 win over hosts Sri Lanka, with standout efforts from Ali Al Obaidly, Bashar Abdul Majeed and Mohanna Al Obaidli. However, they fell short against a strong Pakistan side featuring world champion Muhammad Asif. Ali Al Obaidly gave Qatar an early lead with a 60-point break but Pakistan rallied to win 3-1. Al Obaidly, who also claimed bronze in the 6-Red singles, will lead Qatar in their final group clash against Cambodia on Friday. The tournament concludes on Saturday.
Qatar Tribune
24-06-2025
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- Qatar Tribune
Qatar claim bronze at AVC Nations Cup in Bahrain
Qatar clinched the bronze medal at the 2025 AVC Men's Volleyball Nations Cup with a dominant straight-sets win (3-0) over South Korea in the third-place play-off, held at Isa Bin Rashid Hall in Manama, Bahrain, on Tuesday. The victory marked a strong finish for Team Qatar in a highly competitive tournament that featured 11 participating nations. Hosts Bahrain emerged as champions, overcoming Pakistan 3-1 in a thrilling final.
Qatar Tribune
18-06-2025
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Team Qatar set for Asian Men's Volleyball Cup in Bahrain
QOC Manama Team Qatar are intensifying their preparations in Bahrain for the sixth edition of the Asian Men's Volleyball Cup, which runs through June 24, with high hopes of defending the continental title it won in 2024 and further cementing Qatar's strong presence on the Asian volleyball scene. Under the leadership of Argentine coach Camilo Soto, the team is focusing on boosting both technical and physical readiness. The current phase follows a comprehensive training program that began in Doha, including specialized drills and high-level friendly matches, most notably against Japan—one of Asia's volleyball powerhouses. Although Qatar's scheduled opening match against Kazakhstan was canceled following the latter's official withdrawal from the tournament for personal reasons, the coaching staff opted not to arrange a replacement fixture. Instead, they decided to maintain the pre-set preparation schedule to avoid any disruption to the team's rhythm or mental focus. The decision reflects the squad's strong commitment to achieving optimal readiness ahead of their upcoming clash with Australia on June 19—a match that will likely determine the top spot in Group B. Both Qatar and Australia have already advanced automatically to the quarter-finals due to Kazakhstan's withdrawal, making the showdown between the two a decisive step toward the title. The knockout stage is set to begin on June 21, followed by the semi-finals on June 23, and the final on June 24, all taking place at Isa bin Rashid Hall in Riffa. This year's tournament features three groups, with most groups comprising three teams each following Kazakhstan's withdrawal, reducing the total number of participating teams to 11. The top two teams from each group will advance to the single-elimination quarter-finals. Team Qatar enters the tournament as the reigning champions, having won the 2024 edition—also held in Bahrain—when the event was known as the Asian Challenge Cup, following a well-deserved victory over Pakistan in the final. Now, the team is looking to build on that triumph and pursue back-to-back continental titles.
