Sporting world

  The successful edition of DJWE sees thousands of visitors enjoy exclusive collections and extraordinary showpieces by prominent jewellers from around the world (Doha, Qatar) The 19 th  edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE), which ran from February 20 – 25, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), has successfully concluded. The highly anticipated and longest-running event in Qatar’s annual social calendar was held under the patronage of His Excellency the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani. Organised by Qatar Tourism and Qatar Business Events Corporation, the event was supported by Qatar Airways as the Official Airline Partner and Qatar National Bank as the Official Sponsor. This year’s edition was attended by His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and other prominent dignitaries, as well as celebrities from the region, Bollywood stars and other famed personalities. Nancy Ajram, Ir

  Qatar Airways announces Indian Superstar Deepika Padukone as Global Brand Ambassador DOHA, Qatar –  Qatar Airways has launched a new brand campaign in collaboration with world-renowned Indian actor, Deepika Padukone. The campaign launch is the culmination of the airline's endeavour to redefine Qatar Airways Premium experience, particularly through showcasing the world-class Qsuite along with the unparalleled surroundings of The Orchard, which are core to Hamad International Airport’s expansion. The timeless acoustic track ‘Ain’t Nobody’ accompanies the campaign that connects Padukone’s journey with Qatar Airways to a new level of luxury and elegance. She encapsulates the premium experience available to customers of Qatar Airways, transiting through the best airport in the world, Hamad International Airport. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: “At Qatar Airways, we constantly strive for excellence. This collaboration brings together refine

  French star thanks Bahrain Raid Xtreme technicians for putting him on path to recovery in world title race   Abu Dhabi, UAE 28 th  February, 2023a: Sebastien Loeb put Bahrain Raid Xtreme on the path to recovery in the World Rally-Raid Championship today as arch-rival Nasser Al Attiyah extended his lead in the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge.   Loeb and Fabian Lurquin in their BRX Prodrive Hunter were on the verge of an early exit after mechanical problems prevented them from completing Monday’s special stage, and ended their hopes of a first win in the event.   BRX technicians worked through the night to fit a new engine to the Prodrive Hunter, and Loeb responded by collecting valuable championship points as he followed Al Attiyah’s Toyota home on today’s 365km stage, which looped around Qasr Al Sarab.   The nine-time World Rally Raid Champion was second quickest on the day to the Qatari, whose second successive desert stage win gave him an overall lead of 18 mins 19 secs

 The 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour and GCL seasons were officially declared open today in Doha as the prestigious circuit gets underway for a 17th season. Al Shaqab returns as the launchpad for the 2023 season which will see 53 riders from 19 different countries take on the best of the best in Qatar’s capital city from 2 - 4 March. With athletes, Owners, and Managers alike looking to get the all-important head start for the new season, high-stake competitions under the stunning soaring architecture of the Longines Arena at Al Shaqab are sure to thrill all. Today the opening press conference took place setting the scene for a much anticipated weekend of top-level sport. Last year’s LGCT Grand Prix of Doha winner, Ludger Beerbaum explained: “I have been coming to this event in Doha since day one, and every year I look forward to coming back. It is a really unique venue, all the horses love to come here, it has great facilities that are state of the art. It is just world class and t

  History maker: Qatar’s first international dressage rider Wejdan Majed Al-Malki  Wejdan Majed Al-Malki – skills were on show at Commercial Bank Chi Al Shaqab which concluded last week  - here she explains how she made it to the top against all odds. At the time when horseback riding for women was thought of as a taboo in the society, my father looked at it differently,” said Al-Malki. “He knew riding horses would teach me a lot of things in life that nothing else would.  “Handling such a majestic creature as a horse requires patience, self-control, compassion, and discipline –especially in dressage, where the rider and their horse become one, it is like ballet for horse riders.” Dressage is one of the three Olympic equestrian sports, alongside eventing and showjumping. It involves demonstrating a horse's training by performing a set of prescribed movements in front of a panel of judges. “And then there is the fitness you acquire from horseback riding. No other sport could make yo

 Qatar National Sprint round 3 this Saturday in Lusail Karting track starting at 1 PM

  Al Attiyah grabs lead as Loeb plans fight to the finish in desert challenge   French star sets sights on world championship points   Abu Dhabi, UAE 27 th  February, 2023: Sebastien Loeb plans a fight to the finish in the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge after his hopes of a first victory in the event for Bahrain Raid Xtreme ended in frustration today.   Loeb and Fabian Lurquin in the BRX Prodrive Hunter were halted by mechanical problems on the rally’s first demanding desert stage and lost their lead in the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC) to Nasser Al Attiyah, who was fastest on the day to hold the outright lead in his Toyota.   A cooling hose problem on the 242-km stage between Al Dhannah city and Qasr Al Sarab forced Loeb to return directly to the bivouac. BRX technicians will spend the night assessing the problem, with the intention that the Prodrive Hunter returns to action tomorrow.   The nine-time World Rally Champion immediately set his sights on the next four s