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      Paul Radley

      Paul Radley

      Assistant Sports Editor
      Location
      Dubai
      A reporter since 2003, Paul has been part of The National’s sports department since the newspaper launched in 2008. Primarily focused on cricket, he has followed the rise of the sport in the Emirates for more than a decade, in print, video, and as a co-host of the weekly podcast The Cricket Pod. Duties on that beat have extended to attending finals of global events played in front of thousands in Melbourne and Mumbai, as well as pursuing stories on the streets of Khorfakkan and Kathmandu. He has also covered every Dubai Rugby Sevens since 2005, as well as golf, football, tennis, and various other sports besides.
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      Patrick Reed of USA during the third round of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic. EPA
      Reed within touching distance of Dubai Desert Classic glory

      Reed looking to become fifth American to win tournament

      SportJanuary 24, 2026
      Rory McIlroy has cut a frustrated figure over the opening 36 holes of the 2026 Dubai Desert Classic. Getty Images
      Rory McIlroy retains Dubai Desert Classic hope despite struggles

      Northern Irishman tied in 20th place, on 2-under par, seven shots behind leader Patrick Reed

      SportJanuary 23, 2026
      Francesco Molinari shot an opening round 65 at the Dubai Desert Classic. Getty Images
      Molinari leads all-star cast after opening round of Dubai Desert Classic

      Italian leads by two strokes in unusually cool and breezy conditions at Emirates Golf Club

      SportJanuary 22, 2026
      Rory McIlroy during the pro-am prior to the Hero Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club. Getty Images
      Olympics and Open at St Andrews top McIlroy wish list

      World No 2 will be going for a fifth Dubai Desert Classic title this week, and a first since becoming Masters champion

      SportJanuary 21, 2026
      Paul Waring made one cut in 14 tournaments in 2025. Getty Images
      After American reality check, Waring turns to Dubai Desert Classic for renewal

      A stunning end to 2024 was curtailed by injury on the PGA Tour. Now the Briton is on comeback trail at a place he calls home

      SportJanuary 20, 2026
      Rory McIlroy after winning the Dubai Desert Classic in 2023. Getty Images
      Dubai Desert Classic 2026: McIlroy’s anniversary, fan village and ticket info

      Northern Irishman will be bidding to reclaim the trophy he has won more times than anyone else at Emirates Golf Club

      SportJanuary 19, 2026
      Nacho Elvira of Spain poses for a photo with the trophy following victory on day four of the Dubai Invitational 2026 at Dubai Creek Resort on January 18, 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Andrew Redington / Getty Images)
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      Elvira holds off thrilling McIlroy comeback to take Dubai Invitational crown

      Spaniard copes with late pressure and a formidable chasing pack to claim title beside Dubai Creek

      SportJanuary 18, 2026
      Tommy Fleetwood during the third round of Dubai Invitational at Dubai Creek Golf Club. EPA
      Fleetwood says Invitational has been ‘humbling’ after 12-shot swing

      Englishman bounced back after 7-over-par nightmare on Friday with fine display in Round 3 but has likely lost his title

      SportJanuary 17, 2026
      Rory McIlroy with Shane Lowry on day one of the Dubai Invitational. Getty Images
      McIlroy enjoying the process in season opener as he takes Invitational lead

      World No2 is also trying out new irons and golf ball at Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club

      SportJanuary 15, 2026
      The Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub at Zayed Cricket Stadium will host trials for 300 prospects. AFP
      AI scouting and two-innings T20: Cricket’s ‘fourth format’ to trial in Abu Dhabi

      Matches take around six-and-a-half hours and are shorter than a day of Test or ODI cricket but twice the length of T20

      CricketJanuary 15, 2026
      Usain Bolt wears an Al Hilal shirt at the Riyadh derby. Photo: @Usainbolt
      Sprint legend Bolt on retirement, health of athletics and Man United's struggles

      Jamaican star watched Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr face Al Hilal in the Riyadh derby before heading on to Doha

      SportJanuary 15, 2026
      Ryder Cup teammates Tommy Fleetwood, left, and Rory McIlroy will go head-to-head at the Dubai Invitational. Getty Images
      Fleetwood ahead of Dubai opener: 'McIlroy and Scheffler drive you to be better'

      World No 3 bids to follow up the finest season of his career with another victory at Dubai Creek

      SportJanuary 14, 2026
      Rory McIlroy, left, and Tommy Fleetwood will face off in Dubai this week. Getty Images
      Rory McIlroy v Tommy Fleetwood: What is the Dubai Invitational?

      Pro-am tournament returns at Dubai Creek two years after its debut on DP World Tour

      SportJanuary 13, 2026
      Mitchell Starc, left, and Travis Head pose with the Ashes. The Australians were the dominant figures with bat and ball throughout the five-match series. Getty Images
      Ashes player ratings: Head and Starc a cut above as Pope faces uncertain future

      Dominant Australia wrapped up the five-match series 4-1 while repurcussions for several members of the England team could be long-lasting

      CricketJanuary 08, 2026
      Former Pakistan spinner Zafar Gohar bowls in training during the recently concluded ILT20. Photo: Desert Vipers
      Former Pakistan spinner Zafar Gohar targets England spot after allegiance switch

      Left-armer qualifies for country of residence after years spent playing county cricket

      CricketJanuary 08, 2026
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