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'Iran does not want to play World Cup games in the US – you can't blame them'
Iranian football expert Nima Tavallaey tells The National why he is pessimistic about this summer's tournament
F1 counts cost of cancelled Grand Prix weekends in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia
Both races have contributed significantly to the sport through hosting fees while Gulf nations will now miss out on commercial benefits of events
Chinese GP talking points: Historic day for Antonelli, more misery for McLaren
Lewis Hamilton finally lands on podium in Shanghai while teams continue to come to terms with new regulations
Australian GP talking points: Mercedes are back, Hamilton hope, Verstappen vents
George Russell and Kimi Antonelli secure one-two finish for Silver Arrows is F1 opener
F1 2026: New teams, circuits, drivers and a decade defining electrical revolution
Massive shake-up in rules and regulations makes for one of the most intriguing seasons in years
InterviewMeet Nitin Kumar, the 'Dubai boy' making darts history for India
The 40-year-old became the first player from his country to win a match at the World Darts Championship. He tells The National about his unlikely sporting journey
ExclusiveJonjo Shelvey: 'UK's gone downhill and I've got no worries in Dubai'
Former England midfielder joined UAE third-tier side Arabian Falcons as a player and is working his way through his coaching badges
Al Ittifaq owner on signing Balotelli and investing in UAE football
Italian businessman Pietro Laterza pulled off a shock move to bring in the 35-year-old striker in January with the promise of more to follow
Juventus legend Montero set to join Balotelli at UAE First Division Al Ittifaq
Former Uruguay defender to be named head coach of second tier's bottom side
Jweihan maintains family tradition while navigating Middle East rally challenges
Jordanian driver, inspired by trailblazing exploits of his aunt, is making progress in sport where financial burdens can be an impediment
Tarek Suleiman’s journey through MMA’s growth in the UAE
Veteran fighter reflects on cultural barriers, his 15-year MMA career and the Emirates’ transformation into a global fight capital
Redknapp backs Carrick for Man United job and says Frank needs time at Tottenham
Veteran former manager has fond memories of coaching Jordan and speaks of regret at not landing England role
Zico on Brazil, the World Cup and 'grandeur' of Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi
Legendary No 10 is in UAE capital as an official ambassador for popular multi-sport event
World Governments Summit: Stephen Pagliuca on football, finance and growth
Speaking at the World Governments Summit, the Atalanta owner reflects on sustainable success in sport and investment
Coe on Israeli participation, Enhanced Games and his UAE role with Gems
World Athletics president spoke out on governance issues during visit to Dubai where he has taken up advisory post
