UAE Sets December 2026 Dragon Boat Euro Cup
The UAE Marine Sports Federation has hired Siren to organise the December 2026 Euro Cup. The announcement names no venue or exact race date.
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Red Star Pulls Away From Dubai in 77-58 EuroLeague Win
Dubai lost 77-58 after Red Star opened the third quarter with eight unanswered points. Dubai shot 32.8% from the field, despite making 81.2% of its free throws.
UAE Squad Takes Eight Medals at Arab Cycling Championships
The UAE added two golds and a silver in Syria, bringing its Arab Cycling Championships tally to eight. The competition was still underway.
Dubai Police sets October date for Hamburg-linked triathlon
The race starts at Al Mamzar Beach Park at 6:30am on 11 October 2026. Organisers describe it as a qualifying event for the 2027 World Championships in Hamburg.
Dubai stud schedules 55-horse Arabian auction for 10 October
Dubai Arabian Horse Stud will put 55 horses up for auction on 10 October. Buyers can inspect them in the morning before bidding begins at 4pm, in person or online.
Latakia to Host President's Cup Arabian Horse Races for First Time
Latakia will host the 16th stop of the 33rd President's Cup series on October 9 and 10, the event's first appearance on a Syrian racetrack. Sixteen horses are entered in the Cup race, and the two-day festival programme includes 15 races.
AJ Sbran takes stallion gold in Shanghai
AJ Sbran won the stallion title at the fifth round of the Emirates Arabian Horse Global Cup in Shanghai. The two-day event featured 81 horses and formed part of the 2026 Shanghai International Horse Culture Carnival.
Wad and Al Saree take top prizes at Al Ain festival
Wad won the open Thaniya al-Abkar Cup and Al Saree took the open Thaniya al-Qa'dan rifle at the Al Ain Camel Racing Festival 2026. Six evening races of 6km each were held at Al Rawdah.
Dubai Starts Marine Racing Season with Shindagha Race
Dubai's local marine racing season opens Sunday with the first round of the Shindagha Race for 22-foot traditional sailing boats. A mandatory briefing for competitors is set for Friday.
AJP takes 2026 tournaments to Cartagena and Quito
Hundreds of athletes competed in AJP tournaments in Cartagena and Quito, with EDGE Group support. The events gave clubs and academies across Latin America more chances to compete and earn ranking points.
Dubai Basketball Defends Its Home Record Against Crvena Zvezda
After home wins over Real Madrid and Barcelona, Dubai Basketball returns to Coca-Cola Arena for a shot at a third straight victory there. Crvena Zvezda arrives fresh from its first EuroLeague win of the season.
Sharjah duo take second and third in Shanghai Grand Prix
Stefan Arand and Grant Trask finished second and third at the Shanghai Grand Prix. Arand now leads the drivers' standings on 60 points, while Sharjah sit second in the teams' standings with 84.
Sharjah University to Host World University Powerlifting Championships
Competitors are expected from countries around the world for the championships, scheduled for 26 to 30 November. The event will also give visiting students a chance to experience Sharjah's culture and values.
41 Teams Set for University of Sharjah President's Cup
The eight-a-side cup runs from 10 to 25 October 2026 at the University of Sharjah. It brings together 41 teams from university faculties, Sharjah universities, alumni and University City institutions.
Salem Al Suwaidi Takes First Win of the Season at 1.40m
Salem Khamis Al Suwaidi and Diafesto won the 1.40m class at Boudheib, earning the Sharjah rider his first victory of the season. The league's third week is set for Sharjah on 10-11 October.
Al Majid Classic offers AED 400,000 in bodybuilding prizes
The inaugural Al Majid Classic runs in Dubai from 27 to 29 November, with AED 400,000 in prize money. Entries are open as organisers look to attract competitors and identify UAE talent.
UAE Tour age-group cycling challenge set for Al Wathba
The UAE Tour Community Age-Group Challenge is scheduled for Saturday 17 October 2026 at Al Wathba Cycling Track. Riders can take part, but distances, age brackets and race format have not been announced.
UAE Cyclists Open Arab Championships With Gold and Silver
The UAE youth team won gold over 45.5 kilometres in the opening team time trials in Syria. The junior squad took silver over 22.7 kilometres after one rider fell.
Joni Ernst Watches Al Ain's Heritage Camel Race
Joni Ernst watched the heritage race at Al Rawda track as the Al Ain Camel Racing Festival wrapped up its second edition. The event put camel racing's place in Emirati heritage on display.
Fujairah Martial Arts Club Takes Social Impact Gold
Fujairah Martial Arts Club won Best Social Impact at the 2026 Gulf Sustainability Awards. Club director Nader Abushawish also took silver in the Sustainability Leader category.
Iran wins fourth straight Asian Games volleyball title
Iran beat Japan 3-1 in Nagoya to claim a fourth consecutive Asian Games men's volleyball gold. The run puts Iran second in the competition's all-time gold-medal standings.
Hong Kong lift inaugural FIFA ASEAN Challenge Cup after 2-0 final win
Hong Kong beat Cambodia 2-0 at Kai Tak Stadium on 2 October to claim the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Challenge Cup Division 2 title. They won all three matches, scored eight goals and conceded none.
England Hit Croatia for Seven in Nations League Rout
England beat Croatia 7-0 in the Nations League, with Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka scoring twice. The win lifted the Three Lions to second in Group C before their fixture against the Czech Republic on 7 October.
10,000 Students Set for Arab Schools Chess Championship
More than 10,000 pupils from 6,157 schools across 21 Arab countries are expected to compete in Hamda bint Taryam's second schools chess championship. Online qualifiers lead to finals in Sharjah, with 60,000 dirhams in prizes.
Dubai Police schedule 80km Proud of the UAE race for Sunday
The second Proud of the UAE cycling race starts at Nad Al Sheba Centre at 6am on Sunday, 4 October 2026. The 80km event offers AED 140,000 in prizes, with rolling road closures expected along parts of the route from 6am to 8:30am.
Dien Bien's First Cue Sports Open Reveals a Development Gap
More than 150 athletes from 11 clubs took part in Dien Bien's first open club billiards and snooker tournament. The turnout points to a development gap: billiards is not among the five sports in the province's 2026-2030 training plan.
Vietnam Has Two World Cups Left to End Its 2026 Title Drought
Five of seven World Cups are done, but Vietnam is still seeking an individual UMB title in 2026. Bao Phuong Vinh has a world silver; Tran Quyet Chien needs to climb back up the rankings.
Sharjah race to draw 71 traditional dhows
The second Sir Bu Nair Race is set for 10 October 2026, with 71 traditional dhows and more than 1,500 sailors and boat captains expected. Organisers have described the route as about 20 nautical miles in one update and around 25 in another. Sharjah's government employee challenge will run alongside the race programme.
Dubai's October calendar brings sport, concerts and comedy
The Dubai Fitness Challenge is expected to run alongside major sports fixtures and live shows in October. Najwa Karam and Nancy Ajram are among the performers, and the Dubai Comedy Festival runs from 9 to 18 October.
Can Tho hosts 2026 national carom championship with 451 athletes
The championship opened in Can Tho on 1 October, with 451 athletes and team representatives from 13 provinces and cities. Matches run through 10 October.