Australian Open champ Rybakina hoping for a chance to finally celebrate at her ‘home' tournament this week in Dubai - au...

Australian Open champ Rybakina hoping for a chance to finally celebrate at her ‘home’ tournament this week in Dubai

World No3 has barely had a chance to relax after winning in Melbourne, being bed-ridden during a short stopover in Dubai and then going straight back on court in Doha Dubai, UAE – 15 February 2026: It may be more than two weeks since Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open in Melbourne, yet such is the demanding schedule of modern-day tennis, the Kazakh star is hoping this week’s Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships – her adopted home tournament in the city in which she has lived since 2024 – provides the chance to properly celebrate. The 26-year-old is balancing the demands of being the top seed at this week’s WTA 1000 tournament with a

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Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships reveals major two-phase expansion plan with new Court 1 and enhanced Centre Court and...

Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships reveals major two-phase expansion plan with new Court 1 and enhanced Centre Court and Tournament Village

Temporary 2,000-seat Court 1 to be unveiled for 2026 Championships, while Centre Court and Village redevelopment will be completed in time for 2027 edition Expansion marks most significant upgrade to the venue in its 30-year history Fans can buy tickets for the WTA 1000 and ATP 500 tournaments, which will run from February 15-28, 2026, at ticketmaster.ae Dubai, UAE – 12 February 2026: The 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships (DDFTC) will usher in the start of a new era for one of the Middle East’s most iconic sporting events with plans revealed for an extensive two-phase redevelopment that will transform the Dubai Duty Fr

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Patrick reed shines with flawless 65 to lead at hero dubai desert classic - patrick reed

Patrick reed shines with flawless 65 to lead at hero dubai desert classic

Dubai, UAE – January 23, 2026: Patrick Reed produced a flawless round of 66 to earn into a one-shot lead at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic. The American has a great track record around Emirates Golf Club, finishing as runner-up in 2023 and in the top ten last year. Reed began the second round just four shots adrift of overnight leader Francesco Molinari, but he was soon level with the Italian after two birdies and an eagle on his front nine. Two more birdies came at the first and third to reach nine under before parring his way home for a blemish-free 66. He sits one clear of Englishman Andy Sullivan, who carded the joint lowest ro

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One day to go: the must know information of the hero dubai desert classic 2026 (and it is more than legendary golf!) - kno...

One day to go: the must know information of the hero dubai desert classic 2026 (and it is more than legendary golf!)

Dubai, UAE – 21 January 2026: The wait is almost over. Tomorrow, the 37th Hero Dubai Desert Classic tees off at Emirates Golf Club (22-25 January), bringing four days of world-class sport, family fun, food, music and festival energy to Dubai’s winter calendar. General Admission is free on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 January, while weekend access for adults is AED 100 in advance (AED 125 at the door). Children under 17 enter free on all four days with registration and an accompanying adult. Whether you’re coming for the big names, the best bites, or a full family day out in the sunshine, here’s everything to know (and love) before you go. Th

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UAE Rewrite History: UAE Falcons Debut Delivers a Dream at AirBadminton World Cup 2025 - rewrite history

UAE Rewrite History: UAE Falcons Debut Delivers a Dream at AirBadminton World Cup 2025

In a historic evening that shifted the tectonic plates of the badminton world, the United Arab Emirates has been crowned the inaugural BWF AirBadminton World Cup champions. Amidst the coastal winds of Khorfakkan Beach, the UAE national team pulled off a breathtaking 60-54 victory over the top-seeded Chinese squad to secure the National Teams Relay gold, marking the country’s most significant achievement in the Badminton sports history. Under the gracious patronage of H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the tournament reached its fever pitch on Sunday as the home favorites stood their ground aga

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