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      Kash Shaikh, president, CEO and co-owner of Baseball United. Victor Besa / The National
      Baseball United’s Dubai Showcase Player Draft confirmed for September

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      SportJuly 28, 2023
      Ismail Matar, seen here holding the President's Cup trophy and one of the Abu Dhabi club's most decorated players, flourished under the guidance of Sheikh Saeed. Pawan Singh / The National
      Sheikh Saeed bin Zayed, a man whose vision transformed Al Wahda

      President Sheikh Mohamed has declared three days of mourning after the death of his brother

      UAEJuly 27, 2023
      Jasem Al Hosani celebrates after winning gold at the IMMAF World Youth Championships at the Jiu-Jitsu Arena in Abu Dhabi. Photo: IMMAF
      UAE coach confident of good results in MMA Youth World Championships

      Four-day event at Mubadala Arena has drawn more than 600 athletes from 46 countries

      Combat SportsJuly 26, 2023
      Balqees Al Hahsemi, right, in the final against Anne Custodio of the Philippines at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship in Ulaanbaatar, 2023. Photo: UAEJJF
      UAE tops Jiu-Jitsu World Championship medals table

      Team returns with a rich haul of eight golds, four silvers and two bronze from Mongolia

      Combat SportsJuly 20, 2023
      Hazza Farhan draped in the UAE flag celebrates his gold medal. Photo: UAEJJF
      Emiratis add more golds at Jiu-Jitsu World Championship

      Khaled Al Shehhi and Hazza Farhan win the finals to take the UAE’s tally to eight medals

      Combat SportsJuly 19, 2023
      Balqees Al Hahsemi during her final against Anne Custodio of the Philippines at the Jiu-Jitsu World Championship. Photo: UAEJJF
      Al Ketbi and Al Hashemi win gold for UAE in Jiu-Jitsu World Championship

      Saeed Al Kubaisi and Aysha Al Shamsi add silver and bronze on opening day in Mongolia

      Combat SportsJuly 18, 2023
      Batsman Jonathan Figy has returned to the UAE cricket fold. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Figy enjoying 'great opportunity' after returning to UAE set-up

      Young batsman back in mix after study break in UK and ready to restart journey at Emerging Teams Asia Cup in Sri Lanka

      CricketJuly 12, 2023
      Ali Naseer of UAE was one of the few bright spots in the team's disappointing showing at the Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Zimbabwe. Photo: ICC
      Ali Naseer leads UAE A in ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup in Sri Lanka

      They face India, Pakistan and Nepal in Group B

      SportJuly 11, 2023
      Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic is set to take part in the NBA Abu Dhabi Games against Minnesota Timberwolves in October. AP
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      SportJuly 10, 2023
      CP Rizwan, second left, celebrates with teammates after Gulf Giants won the inaugural ILT20 in February. Photo: Vipin Pawar / CREIMAS
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      Hales, Pooran, Russell, Hasaranga and Woakes among players retained by franchises

      CricketJuly 10, 2023
      Kash Shaikh, president, chief executive, and co-owner of Baseball United. Victor Besa / The National
      'Baseball diplomacy' aims to bring India and Pakistan together

      India-Pakistan rivalry provides perfect platform for Baseball United Dubai Showcase, says Kash Shaikh

      SportJuly 07, 2023
      Dr Dina Al Tayeb is not only a leading figure in triathlon in Saudi Arabia, but also a full-time dentist. Courtesy: Dr Dina Al Tayeb
      How Saudi Arabia's ‘Ironwoman’ is inspiring next wave of triathletes

      Dr Dina Al Tayeb brings more than 20 years of experience to the kingdom's triathlon federation, while working as a dentist and taking care of three children

      WeekendJune 23, 2023
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      Italian jockey steers Courage Mon Ami to victory to win Group 1 prize for the ninth time

      Horse RacingJune 22, 2023
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      Winning jockey Jim Crowley: It’s great for Sheikha Hissa, who’s here with her family

      Horse RacingJune 21, 2023
      The Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi has announced that tickets for ‘USA Basketball Showcase’ at Etihad Arena are on sale. Photo: DTC Abu Dhabi
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      American team to play matches against Greece and Germany at Etihad Arena

      SportJune 21, 2023
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