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Reem Abulleil

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Reem Abulleil is an Egyptian multimedia journalist and editor with over 14 years of experience covering sport both regionally and internationally. She travels the world covering tennis, F1 and the NBA, while also focusing on Arab athletes across a wide range of sports. Her columns and exclusive interviews provide insight into the happenings on the tennis circuit and shed light on important issues related to sport in the MENA region. Reem is also the host and producer of The National’s Abtal podcast, a series dedicated to Arab athletes and their journeys towards the Paris Olympics.
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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - NOVEMBER 06: Coco Gauff of United States plays a forehand against Aryna Sabalenka during their Round Robin Singles match on day six of the WTA Finals Riyadh as part of the Hologic WTA Tour 2025 at King Saud University Indoor Arena on November 06, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images for WTA)
WTA Finals relocated from Riyadh to Indian Wells after two years in Saudi Arabia

Season-ending tournament has been moved to California after mutual agreement between kingdom and women's tennis governing body

TennisJuly 01, 2026
Italy's Jannik Sinner prepares for the Wimbledon Championships at the All England Club. Getty Images
Sinner on a mission, spotlight on Serena at Wimbledon

Italian defending champion aims to perform better in warm weather while Aryna Sabalenka looks to defend No 1 ranking

TennisJune 28, 2026
Egypt's Mohamed Salah had an issue with his hamstring against Iran. Reuters
Salah injury adds to Egypt's fitness concerns heading into knockouts

Pharaohs were pushed to their limits against Iran and must now recover quickly for Australia clash

World Cup 2026June 27, 2026
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA - JUNE 21: Mohamed Salah #10 of Egypt applauds fans after the 3-1 win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match between New Zealand and Egypt at BC Place Vancouver on June 21, 2026 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Fran Santiago / Getty Images / AFP (Photo by Fran Santiago / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)
Play00:24
Salah revels in historic World Cup win: 'Egyptians know how hard I work'

Pharaohs have one foot in knockout stages and know three points against Iran will see them win Group G

World Cup 2026June 22, 2026
Mohamed Salah, centre, in action for Egypt against Belgium. EPA
Egypt boss denies Salah rift ahead of vital New Zealand clash

Coach Hassan defends decision to sub off star player during opening 1-1 draw with Belgium

World Cup 2026June 21, 2026
Emam Ashour, left, of Egypt celebrates with teammates Mostafa Ziko, centre, and Mohamed Salah after scoring against Belgium. EPA
World Cup analysisEgypt have bright future beyond Salah as teenager makes history

The fact that the Pharaohs were disappointed to draw with Belgium is proof they are not at these finals to make up the numbers

World Cup 2026June 16, 2026
Egypt's Mohamed Salah in friendly action against Brazil last week. Reuters
Salah eyes birthday gift as Egypt chase World Cup history

Star forward turns 34 on day of game as he seeks to inspire team to first ever victory at global finals

World Cup 2026June 15, 2026
Germany's Alexander Zverev holds the French Open trophy after defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli in the final at Roland Garros. AFP
French Open chaos: Zverev and Andreeva prevail at wildest Grand Slam in years

Heatwave, protests and upsets made it one of the most memorable tournaments of recent times

TennisJune 08, 2026
Mohamed Salah had an indifferent Afcon but will look to shine on the global stage this summer. Reuters
Play01:26
Egypt World Cup talking points: Mohamed Salah's last hurrah

A fourth global finals for the Pharaohs offers genuine hope of a maiden win

FootballJune 02, 2026
Serbia's Novak Djokovic after his shock defeat to Brazil's Joao Fonseca in Paris. AFP
French Open: No Alcaraz, Sinner or Djokovic as chaos reigns at Roland Garros

Top male players all out of contention in Paris resulting in marathon matches as potential winners feel the weight of opportunity

TennisMay 31, 2026
Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, left, with Soufiane Rahimi during a friendly against Paraguay in France in March. Getty Images
Play01:24
Morocco World Cup talking points: Atlas Lions have high hopes of 2022 repeat

New faces, along with stars like Achraf Hakimi and Yassine Bounou, tasked with maintaining great record at major tournaments

FootballMay 29, 2026
Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine hits a backhand during her first round match against Oksana Selekhmeteva at the French Open. EPA
Marta Kostyuk: Coping with Ukraine war, emotions and French Open expectations

No15 seed received image hours before her first match at Roland Garros of damage caused by Russian missile just 100 metres from where her family were staying in Kyiv

TennisMay 26, 2026
Jannik Sinner has won all three of this year's Masters 1000 titles leading up to the French Open. Getty Images
French Open talking points: Sinner looks untouchable, women's draw wide open

Farewells for Wawrinka and Monfils while Qinwen hopes to revive Paris memories

TennisMay 25, 2026
Mayar Sherif hit a career-high ranking of No 31 in the world three years ago. Photo : Cedric Lecocq / FFT
Exclusive'Something clicked': Sherif rediscovers belief in French Open qualification run

Egyptian player finds form after season of struggles and will take on Hungarian Galfi in opening round at Roland Garros

TennisMay 23, 2026
Egyptian squash champion Amina Orfi. Photo: PSA Tour
Play01:44
ExclusiveAmina Orfi – Egypt's unapologetic squash world champion

Teen star talks about facing Nour El Sherbini, being misunderstood, and dreams of becoming world No 1

SportMay 20, 2026
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