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      Steve Luckings

      Steve Luckings

      Sports Editor
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      Abu Dhabi
      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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      Lebanon's Benjamin Hassan says he will 'play freely' when he takes on Stan Wawrinka at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Getty Images
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      'I belong to Saudi Arabia': Ronaldo bags brace to send Al Nassr top

      A 4-0 victory over Al Hazem sees Nassr back at the summit as Portugal star moves on from row with SPL bosses

      FootballFebruary 22, 2026
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      After three defeats in the UFC, the 31-year-old returns fully recovered and eyeing title run at Mena tournament in Saudi Arabia

      Combat SportsFebruary 22, 2026
      Alexandra Eala plays a backhand on her way to a straight-sets victory over Sorana Cirstea at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Getty Images
      Eala to face Gauff as Dubai Tennis Championships run continues

      Eala, 20, saw off Romanian veteran Cirstea 7-5, 6-4 after Gauff books place in quarter-finals following error-strewn victory against Mertens

      TennisFebruary 19, 2026
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      Ivan Toney thriving in Saudi Arabia but still waiting on England call

      Al Ahli striker has made only a brief cameo under Thomas Tuchel, but his goalscoring exploits should give England boss food for thought ahead of World Cup

      FootballFebruary 18, 2026
      Alexandra Eala enjoyed huge support from the Filipino community during her win over Jasmine Paolini in Dubai. Photo: Action Images
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      World No 47 overpowers Jasmine Paolini to set up last-16 clash against Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea

      TennisFebruary 18, 2026
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      Tjen sees off Leylah Fernandez while Badosa, Bencic and Anisimova all book spots in last 32

      TennisFebruary 17, 2026
      Sarvjeet Kaur at the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, competing in the archery. Victor Besa / The National
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      Indian woman enjoys success with two podiums in UAE capital after being inspired to take up sport by her son

      SportFebruary 12, 2026
      Aryna Sabalenka in action against Veronika Kudermetova during the 2025 WTA Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Photo: Action UAE
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      The UAE's premier tennis tournament set to feature multiple Grand Slam winners and previous Dubai champions

      TennisFebruary 10, 2026
      Al Hilal, in blue, could find no way past Shabab Al Ahli in Dubai. Photo: Al Hilal Saudi Club
      Shabab Al Ahli hold leaders Al Hilal in AFC Champions League Elite

      UAE champions become first club to take points off Saudi side in this season's competition

      FootballFebruary 10, 2026
      Manchester United forward Bryan Mbeumo gets off a shot ahead of a challenge by Tottenham's Cristian Romero. Getty Images
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      United interim manager Carrick wins fourth Premier League game in succession

      FootballFebruary 08, 2026
      Sara Bejlek returns the ball. Ekaterina Alexandrova (pink) takes on Sara Bejlek (black top) in the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open singles final. International Tennis Centre, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      Bejlek beats Alexandrova to win Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open

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      TennisFebruary 07, 2026
      A supporter holds a placard showing the name and number of Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo, after the Portuguese forward was omitted from Friday's match against Al Ittihad. AFP
      Cristiano Ronaldo left out of Al Nassr squad again

      Portuguese left out of squad that secured a 2-0 win over Al Ittihad

      FootballFebruary 07, 2026
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      FoodFebruary 06, 2026
      Cristiano Ronaldo was left our of Al Nassr's most recent matchday squad amid reports he was unhappy at Karim Benzema's transfer to Al Hilal. Reuters
      Cristiano Ronaldo returns to training with Al Nassr to dampen exit rumours

      Portuguese player was absent from most recent matchday squad, sparking rumours that he was unhappy with the club

      FootballFebruary 05, 2026
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