Robertson gave away 41 foul points while trying to escape a snooker on the last red, but still took Yuan Sijun to a deciding frame. The £34,500 semi-final prize eased concerns about his place on tour after a difficult season.
Four Emirati athletes and former weightlifter Amna Al Haddad discussed what it takes to sustain elite careers at Middlesex University Dubai. Two more sessions will focus on women's health and careers in sport.
Al Khaleej reported that Faisal Al Ghais Al Zaabi won gold in the 83kg category and Mayed Al Redha took silver at 74kg in Turkey. The UAE team's participation was supported by federation officials and coaches.
Dinh Van Tam broke new ground for Vietnam at the 20th Asian Games, taking home the country's first silver in wushu. His run, packed with tough fights and a final against the world champion, marks a turning point for Vietnamese martial arts.
Tran Minh Tri took bronze in the men's 65kg weightlifting at the 2026 Asian Games, holding off experienced competitors and adding to Vietnam's medal count.
Ahmad Skaik and Ahmed Almusharrekh are set to represent the UAE at the Abu Dhabi Challenge, taking on top international golfers at Al Ain Equestrian Shooting and Golf Club. Their run signals new chances for Emirati players to step up on the world stage.
Vietnam's 4x400m mixed relay team, led by Nguyen Thi Ngoc, grabbed bronze at the 20th Asian Games. The result puts Ha Tinh athletes in the spotlight and confirms Vietnam's place among Asia's top relay squads.
Japan's men's table tennis team shocked the sport by beating China 3-2 in the Asian Games final, snapping China's 32-year winning streak in the men's team event. Tomokazu Harimoto delivered the key wins on home ground.
Mohamed Mamdouh says he tore a ligament while filming El Khaliya, nearly quitting acting as a result. In a frank interview, he also spoke about his tough start, favorite foods, and why boxing means more to him than law.
Rashid Al Mulla is pushing hard in training ahead of the World Aquabike Championship's Shanghai opener from 1-3 October. He wants to bring the freestyle crown back to Team Abu Dhabi and claim a record seventh world title as the series returns to China after five years away.
Joud Mohammed Bukhari has become the first Saudi and Arab woman to win a medal at the Asian billiards championship. Her fast rise from homegrown talent to international podium marks a turning point for Saudi women's cue sports.
Al Dhaid Sports Club's pistol shooting squad has landed in Nagoya to compete at the 20th Asian Games, aiming to showcase UAE talent on the continental stage and sharpen their skills against Asia's elite until 2 October 2026.
Khor Fakkan Club for the Disabled finished the 2025-2026 season with 194 medals, including 79 golds. The club's athletes excelled in local and international competitions, showing the results of focused investment in para sport.
Salama Al Khateri is one of ten athletes running for the Asian Paralympic Athletes Committee, with voting set for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games. Voting takes place from 18 to 23 October, and results will be announced on 24 October 2026.
Ismail Matar, one of the UAE's most celebrated footballers, has officially joined the national team's coaching staff under head coach Zlatko Dalic. The appointment was met with enthusiastic support from players, with Matar pledging full commitment to his new role.
Al Hamriyah have signed 36-year-old Rashid Essa, the former UAE international, on a deal running through the 2026-2027 season. His arrival brings valuable experience as the club aims for its first-ever promotion to the UAE Pro League.
Eight-year-old Emirati jiu-jitsu athlete Haroun Ahmed Al Khouri will represent the UAE in a no-gi super fight at the Karaganda Open in Kazakhstan, facing Muhammad Yusupov on 20 September as he continues to build his international record.
UAE football icon Ismail Matar has joined the national team's coaching staff, working with head coach Zlatko Dalic as preparations ramp up in Abu Dhabi for the 2026 Gulf Cup. Matar's move from player to coach marks a new chapter for the squad.
A detailed biography of Sultan Saqr Al Suwaidi, spanning five decades, sets a new example for preserving the stories of those who shaped the UAE's sports scene.
Al Hamriyah Club has formally recognised three of its athletes chosen to represent the UAE at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, signalling a clear commitment to supporting national talent and raising expectations for international performance.
With the season opener approaching, Facundo Campazzo and Walter Tavares discuss how the squad is adapting to Pedro Martinez's leadership and a new tactical approach. Both stress the need for fast improvement as the team chases its first title and prepares for EuroLeague competition.
Four UAE judokas have arrived in Japan for a crucial training camp and the Asian Games draw, while the rest of the national team continues preparations in Georgia for the World Championships in Baku.
The UAE Esports Federation has selected ten players for the Aichi Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, aiming to raise the standard of national teams and give Emirati talent direct experience against Asia's best. The move is part of a broader effort to develop players for international competition.
Mohamed Saeed Al Ghareer took first place in the one-star international showjumping at Oplabbeek, Belgium, riding Ikaros to a jump-off win in 32.90 seconds. He topped a field of 51 riders, confirming his growing reputation.
UAE showjumpers made their mark at the Opglabbeek International in Belgium, with Hamid Abdullah Khalifa Al Muhairi earning two top finishes and Mohammed Saeed Al Ghurair reaching the podium twice, outpacing strong European competition.
With just six athletes, the UAE Muay Thai team earned ten medals at the 2026 World Championships in Kosovo, finishing as the top Arab nation, second in Asia, and fourth overall among 52 countries.
Pau Cubarsí says La Masia changed not just his technical skills, but also his approach to football and personal growth. The Barcelona defender credits the academy's philosophy for teaching him to build play from the back and value teamwork beyond the pitch.
Four young cyclists from the UAE will compete at the World Championships in Canada from 8 to 26 September, as the federation aims to build experience and raise the level of its national programme.
Just 15 points separate Manosur Balhelei from the SSV class leader as the Liwa team heads to Teruel for the rescheduled Baja España Aragón. The Emirati driver and co-driver Khalid Al Kendi are set for a decisive World Cup round that could reshape the championship race.
Adel Taarabt, the Moroccan international who played for Sharjah and Al Nasr in the UAE, has announced his retirement at 37, closing a career that spanned top European leagues and the UAE Pro League.
