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Steve Luckings

Steve Luckings

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Steve is one of the of The National “originals”, arriving in Abu Dhabi in January 2008 to help launch the paper three months later. He has held a number of positions including online editor, page editor, senior sports editor and now sports editor. Steve has more than 15 years’ experience across a variety of media platforms. He writes comment and analysis on everything from football to rugby to boxing and is a regular guest on The National’s sport podcasts.
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UAE champion trainer Bhupat Seemar knows what it's like to taste success at the Dubai World Cup. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai World Cup: Seemar mob-handed with 15 runners at Meydan

UAE champion trainer believes Walk Of Stars or Imperial Emperor can cause an upset in feature race and also has six runners in Godolphin Mile

SportMarch 25, 2026
Carlos Queiroz has left his position as Oman coach. Getty Images
Carlos Queiroz parts ways with Oman and replaced by Tarik Sektioui

Moroccan's first game in charge will be a friendly against Sierra Leone

FootballMarch 24, 2026
The first training session for Iraqi national team in Monterrey, Mexico, in preparation for the Intercontinental Playoff for the 2026 World Cup. Photo: Iraq National Football Team
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World Cup play-offs: Iraq look to clinch spot as Italy aim to end 12-year exile

Tournaments to take place in Mexico and Europe to decide remaining six places

FootballMarch 24, 2026
The 2026 Dubai World Cup will be held at Meydan Racecourse. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai World Cup 2026: Tickets, prize money and all you need to know

Event at Meydan Racecourse set to take place on March 28 despite Iran attacks

SportMarch 23, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Reuters
Cristiano Ronaldo left out of Portugal squad – but World Cup place 'not a risk'

Al Nassr captain, who has mild muscle injury, delivers Eid message to millions

FootballMarch 22, 2026
Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, right, in action against Real Madrid. EPA
League Cup: Reijnders says victory over Arsenal can boost City's title hopes

Dutch international looking to win his first trophy since moving to the Etihad last summer

FootballMarch 21, 2026
The UAE missed out on qualification to the 2026 World Cup, but could yet benefit if Iran formally withdraw from the tournament. AFP
Could UAE take Iran's place at Fifa World Cup?

Iraq likely to be main beneficiary, but Fifa has no codified rule on selecting replacements

FootballMarch 12, 2026
Karim Benzema returned to action and the goals in Al Hilal's 4-0 win over Al Najmah. Getty Images
Saudi Pro League talking points: Benzema back and Toney's praise for Ahli fans

Al Hilal look to keep pressure on league leaders Al Nassr with only nine rounds remaining

FootballMarch 12, 2026
Preparations for this year's Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse are going ahead as scheduled, the Dubai Racing Club has said. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Dubai World Cup to go ahead despite Iran attacks

Some horses from US and Japan have pulled out of event as European trainers monitor conflict in region

SportMarch 10, 2026
Francis Ngannou was released by the PFL last week. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Francis Ngannou added to Ronda Rousey Netflix card

Former UFC heavyweight champion will take on Philipe Lins on May 16 - his first MMA bout in more than two years

Combat SportsMarch 10, 2026
Walid Regragui said he was worn out after four years in charge of the Morocco national team. AFP
Walid Regragui leaves Morocco post months before 2026 World Cup

Mohamed Ouahbi, who led country to first U20 World Cup in Chile last year, will take over as coach

FootballMarch 06, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo was withdrawn injured during Al Nassr's most recent match - a 3-1 win over Al Fayha. Reuters
Ronaldo still in Riyadh but unlikely to play any time soon: SPL talking points

Al Nassr confirm Portuguese star has a hamstring injury and set to miss match against Neom

FootballMarch 05, 2026
Floyd Mayweather will warm up for his September rematch against Manny Pacquiao with an exhibition bout against kickboxer Mike Zambidis. AFP
Mayweather to face veteran kickboxer ahead of Pacquiao rematch

Boxing legend will take on Mike Zambidis in Athens exhibition before September bout with Filipino star

Combat SportsMarch 03, 2026
Graeme Souness, seen here at the Wimbledon Championships on July 5, 2025, was one of thousands of passengers who had their travel plans from the Middle East disrupted following the closure of airspace after Iran launched attacks on Gulf countries. AFP
Liverpool legend Souness impacted by Gulf airspace shutdown on UAE visit

Former manager posts video revealing 'loud bangs' overhead as he was due to fly back to UK

FootballMarch 01, 2026
Real Madrid were paired against Manchester City in Friday's Uefa Champions League last-16 draw. Getty Images
Uefa Champions League draw: Real Madrid and Man City to meet again

Matches will be played on March 10/11 and 17/18

FootballFebruary 27, 2026
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