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Al Duhail reached the Amir Cup quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory over Al Waab in their round of 16 clash at Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium Thursday. Al Wakrah also advanced after beating Al Sailiya by the same scoreline.Adel Boulbina put Al Duhail ahead from the penalty spot in the 28th minute, while Krzysztof Piatek sealed the win with a late strike in the 87th.Al Waab threatened early, with Ousseynou Gueye breaking into the area and forcing a save from goalkeeper Salah Zakaria in the seventh minute.The breakthrough came when Abdoulaye Bakayoko fouled inside the box, allowing Boulbina to convert from the spot and give Al Duhail a 1-0 lead at the break.Al Waab came close to leveling after halftime, but Bahaa Faisal’s powerful effort rattled the crossbar in the 52nd minute, as Al Duhail held firm before Piatek wrapped up the result late on.“We went into the match determined to win and reach the quarter-finals, given the importance of this tournament,” said Boulbina after the match. “In these games, the key is getting the result, and we did that. The season is still long, and our focus remains on the Amir Cup and the AFC Champions League.”Al Duhail will face the winners of the Al Arabi vs Al Shahania clash, scheduled for today at Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium, in the quarter-finals. Al Shamal will take on Qatar SC at Grand Hamad Stadium in the other match today.Meanwhile, second-half strikes from Omar Salah and Redouane Berkane secured Al Wakrah’s 2-0 win against Al Sailiya later in the evening. Salah capitalised on a defensive error to break the deadlock in the 58th minute, while Berkane sealed the victory five minutes before time.Al Wakrah will now meet either Al Rayyan or Al Khor, who will face each other at Suhaim Bin Hamad Stadium Saturday. Source link
With a primary aim to instill Islamic values and promote cultural awareness among young learners during the holy month of Ramadan, the Department of Arabic, Urdu, and Islamic Studies of MES Indian School organised a series of vibrant intra-school competitions under the title Ramadan Radiance.The programme featured Arabic Speech (Elocution), Adhan, and Arabic Calligraphy competitions and witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across various grades. The results of the competitions were as follows. In the Junior category of Arabic Elocution, the first prize was awarded to Eisa Muhammed Shanavas (6-A), the second prize to Maliha Fatima (5-O), and the third prize to Ammar Mohammed Irshadullah (6-E). In the Intermediate category of Arabic Elocution, Maryam Rishad (7-M) secured the first prize, Abdullah Mohammad Sajid (8-D) won second, and Khadeeja Mujeeb (8-Q) placed third.In the Junior category of the Adhan competition, the first prize was bagged by Ammar Mohammed Farooq (6-D), the second prize by Muhammed Shahzil (6-J), and the third prize was jointly awarded to Abdul Hanna (6-F) and Ahsan Sha (6-J).In the Intermediate category of Adhan, Muhammad Umair Mujeeb (7-C) bagged the first prize, Aasim Ismayil (7-B) won second, and Ahmad Zayan (7-B) received the third.An impressive Arabic calligraphy exhibition was also organised as part of the programme, showcasing the students’ creativity, artistic skills, and dedication. The programme concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, during which the Principal, Dr Hameeda Kadar, awarded certificates and trophies to the winners.She encouraged the participants and appreciated their commendable performances and enthusiasm. The entire event was successfully coordinated by Usman Mayyeri, head of the Department of Arabic, Urdu, and Islamic Studies, with the dedicated support of his team of teachers. The programme stood as a meaningful celebration of faith, talent, and learning, truly reflecting the spirit of Ramadan. Related Story Source link
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Dubawi Spectre successfully defended the Thoroughbred Sand Championship Cup on the second day of the HH The Amir Sword Festival at the Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club’s Al Rayyan Racecourse Thursday.Just as he did last year, Mansoor bin Ebrahim al-Mahmoud-owned six-year-old bay gelding showed trademark determination in the concluding stages, digging deep to secure victory by ¾ of a length in the 1700m feature race of the day under the guidance of Marco Casamento, which gave trainer Jassim al-Ghazali, a treble on the card. The victory also gave Casamento a quick-fire double. Mared Al Jasra timed his challenge to perfection to win the Purebred Arabian Sand Championship Cup under jockey Marco Casamento. Phoebus set the pace for much of the contest, with Upton Park tracking closely in second throughout the early and middle stages. Nuvolari travelled in midfield before improving approaching the home turn to move into third, positioning himself to challenge as the tempo lifted.Straightening for home, Nuvolari struck the front and engaged in a sustained duel with Dubawi Spectre, who responded gamely when asked for his effort. The pair drew clear of the remainder and battled stride for stride until inside the final 50m, where Dubawi Spectre dug deep to edge ahead and secure victory with authority.Nuvolari, owned by Nibras Racing Syndicate and trained by Abdulla al-Mulla, raced midfield before pressing forward approaching the home turn, taking the lead on entering the straight and battling the winner all the way to the final 50m under Marco Ghiani to take second, finishing seven lengths ahead of Upton Park. Marco Casamento rides Dubawi…
Little Kingdom of Rajagiri Public school marked Qatar National Sport Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit as the Kindergarten section celebrated its much-awaited KG Sports Day on February 9. The event was a vibrant and memorable occasion, filled with energy, colour, and excitement. The opening ceremony featured a variety of cultural and sports-themed performances that beautifully represented Qatar’s spirit and heritage. All kindergarten students actively participated in a range of races and fun-filled sporting events.The ceremony was graced by the chief guest, Dr Aju Abraham, who officially opened the Sports Day. The flag hoisting ceremony was conducted by the Principal, Joshy Abraham, and the Vice-Principal, Radhakrishnan, symbolising the formal commencement of the day’s events.The programme concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Christina, the Physical Education In-charge, who expressed gratitude to the management, staff, parents, and students for their support and participation in making the event a grand success. The celebration not only promoted physical fitness but also instilled teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship among the young learners, making it a truly memorable tribute to Qatar National Sport Day. Related Story Source link
World number two Iga Swiatek and Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina both crashed out of the Qatar Open on Thursday losing their quarter-finals to Maria Sakkari and Victoria Mboko respectively.Top seed Swiatek fell short against a revitalised Sakkari who rolled back the years as she clawed her way to a nervy 2-6, 6-4, 7-5 victory while 10th seed Mboko outmuscled Rybakina 7-5, 4-6, 6-4.”It’s been a while since I had a big win like today,” said Sakkari, who reached No. 3 in the rankings in 2022 but has slipped to 52nd. “When you drop in the rankings and you’re not playing good tennis you start doubting yourself and you think you are never going to beat those players again. So it’s a huge process you have to go through in your head that you can do it.”The 30-year-old Greek won her first three career meetings with the young Swiatek but the last of those victories came in 2021. The Pole had won their last four matches, the most recent in straight sets in Qatar last year. “Last year in the second round here against her, I was not confident, I was not believing in myself and this year it’s different. I feel a lot better,” said Sakkari who will now face either 14th seeded Czech Karolina Muchova or unseeded Russian Anna Kalinskaya,. “I’ve missed that feeling of going deep into tournaments.”Swiatek, who won the Qatar tournament, a WTA 1000 event, in 2022, 2023 and 2024, started as if she would repeat last year’s rout when she broke twice in the first set. Sakkari began to fight back in the last game, but Swiatek saved a break point to seal the set.Sakkari continued her upswing by breaking in the second game of the second set. Yet every time she gained an edge, Swiatek responded. The Pole broke in the seventh game, but Sakkari steadied and broke in the tenth game to take the set.It was the first time in their seven meetings that a match between the pair had gone to a third set. In a see-saw deciding set, Swiatek saved a match point on her serve before Sakkari held to love, the Greek going on to win in the next game, on her third match point.The match lasted one minute under two-and-a-half hours and was followed by an equally gripping contest as Mboko underlined her growing reputation in a contest that was just six minutes shorter. Mboko, who had already defeated Rybakina in last year’s Montreal semifinals, managed to break the Kazakh’s serve three times in the opening set alone.On the flip side she lost her own twice but that was still enough for her to take the first set 7-5. She dropped her serve twice again in the second set, which Rybakina won 6-4. But the 19-year-old Canadian had the last word in the final set, winning it 6-4.Mboko, who was swept aside by world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the round of 16 in Melbourne, will face last year’s runner-up, Jelena Ostapenko in the Doha semifinals. The Latvian, who won the French Open in 2017, advanced by beating the Italian Elisabetta Cocciaretto 7-5, 6-4. Related Story Source link
MES Kindergarten Section recently celebrated Fairy Tale Day with vibrant joy and creativity, transforming the campus into a delightful world of imagination and wonder. The event was a kaleidoscope of colour and enchantment, bringing beloved fairy tales to life and creating lasting memories for all who attended.Adding to the ‘magic’, the little ones arrived in bright, beautiful costumes inspired by popular fairy tale characters. Princesses, heroes, and storybook figures filled the kindergarten, infusing the atmosphere with excitement and fantasy. The children of KG 2 further enlivened the festivities by singing fairy tale–themed rhymes, spreading cheer and delight among the audience. A storytelling competition was held for KG 1 and KG 2 students, in which young narrators confidently presented their stories with creative props. Their performances brilliantly showcased their imagination, expressive abilities, and developing language skills. The storytelling sessions were both engaging and delightful, earning warm appreciation from teachers and parents alike.The celebration was graced by the presence of Principal Dr Hameeda Kadar and other school officials. The Principal commended the Kindergarten team for consistently organising unique and meaningful events that nurture creativity, confidence, and communication skills in young learners.Fairy Tale Day at MES Kindergarten was truly a magical and memorable experience, reinforcing the joy of learning through imagination and creative expression. Related Story Source link
Dasun Shanaka hammered the fastest half-century by a Sri Lankan in T20Is as the co-hosts thrashed Oman by 105 runs at the World Cup Thursday in Pallekele for their second win in Group B.The 2014 champions piled up 225-5, the highest total of the tournament, before restricting an outclassed Oman to 120-9.The 43-year-old Mohammad Nadeem waged a lone battle for Oman, compiling an unbeaten 53 to become the oldest player to score a fifty in T20 World Cups.Having promoted himself up the order and under pressure to deliver, Sri Lanka skipper Shanaka smashed a 19-ball half-century.It has been a bruising few months for the out-of-form Shanaka since reclaiming the captaincy late last year.But on a batting-friendly pitch he smacked the Oman bowlers to all corners of the park, peppering the stands with five sixes and two fours.Before that, Pavan Rathnayake and Kusal Mendis laid the foundation as the pair each posted fluent half-centuries, stitching together a 94-run stand for the third wicket.’After the last game, the manner in which I was dismissed, it was disappointing,’ Rathnayake said.’I wanted to make it count today, and glad I was able to score a half-century. Pallekele is always good for batting and I enjoyed the outing. More importantly, the team is one more step closer to the second round.’Once the platform was set, Kamindu Mendis applied the finishing touches.Fresh from his match-turning cameo in the win over Ireland, the left-hander scored an unbeaten 19 off just seven deliveries, striking one four and two sixes.Oman were never really in the game as they fell to a second defeat at the tournament.Sri Lanka spinner Maheesh Theekshana shared the new ball with Dushmantha Chameera and they accounted for two wickets apiece.’We are a better side than what we showed today,’ said Nadeem.’On this pitch we should have kept them for 180, but 225 was too much. We have had two bad games now and it feels disappointing.’ BRIEF SCORES: Sri Lanka 225 for 5 (Mendis 61, Rathnayake 60, Shanaka 50, Ramanandi 2-41) beat Oman 120 for 9 (Mohammad Nadeem 53*, Theekshana 2-11, Chameera 2-19) by 105 runs Source link
Qatar Indian Masters emerged as overall champions at the Community Sports Meet, organised by Expats Sportive in celebration of Qatar National Sport Day. Excelling in both track and field events, they secured 147 points to claim the title. KL 10 Legends finished second with 117 points, followed by Calicut Sports Club with 108 points. Syro Malabar Cultural Association and Kia Qatar placed fourth and fifth, respectively.Held at the Aspire Zone Warm-Up Track and Field with the approval of the Qatar Sports for All Federation, the meet featured around 750 athletes competing in 37 events across athletics and games. Competitions included 100m, 200m, 800m, and 1,500m races, 4×100 relay, long jump, high jump, shot put, arm wrestling, tug of war, shootout, and cricket bowling.The event also showcased a vibrant march past, with cultural performances including Oppana, Kolkali, Chenda Melam, martial arts displays, and tableaux celebrating the diversity of India and Qatar. Harish Pandey, First Secretary at the Embassy of India, received the salute, and Qatari-based athletes who have represented India internationally were honoured.Distinguished guests included Abdul Aziz al-Mohannadi (Community Police), Mohammed Nasser al-Kaldi (Kahramaa), ISC president EP Abdul Rahman, ICC general-secretary Abraham Joseph, ICBF general-secretary Deepak Shetty, and several community leaders and organisation representatives.Individual champions included Abdunnasar Kuniyil (Calicut Sports Club, Masters men 50+), Mahroof (KL 10 Legends, men 20–35), Kannan Santos (Qatar Indian Masters, men 35+), Lincy Sukumaran (Qatar Indian Masters, women 20–30), and Surya Suresh (Qatar Indian Masters, women 30+). Syro Malabar Cultural Association received the Best Team award, and Muhsin Omassery (Calicut Sports Club) was named Best Team Manager.Prizes were distributed by a host of dignitaries, including leaders from Indian Sports Centre, Expats Sportive, Pravasi Welfare, ICC, and various community organisations, supported by the organising committee. Source link
Ideal Indian School (IIS) organised Qatar National Sport Day (NSD) with a wide range of sports and fitness activities to celebrate the nation’s commitment to health and wellness. The event aims to encourage students and staff to participate in physical activities and promote an active lifestyle.The Department of Physical Education coordinated various sports, games, and fitness programmes to foster a culture of regular exercise and make sports an integral part of daily life. The celebrations witnessed enthusiastic participation from students of both morning and evening sessions across all sections — Boys, Girls, Junior, and Kindergarten — along with active involvement from teaching and non-teaching staff. Students actively took part in events such as the Scooter Rally, Circuit Run, Roller Skating, and Bicycle Rally, reflecting their spirit of sportsmanship and commitment to healthy living.Acting principal Mohammad Azam Khan K, along with the heads of Sections, officially flagged off the Roller Skating and Bicycle Rally. Hundreds of students enthusiastically took part in bicycling, skating, and a sports awareness walkathon. The event aims to promote environmental awareness and emphasise the importance and health benefits of regular physical activity and sports participation across all campus.School staff, including teachers, administrative and transport staff, actively participated in various competitions. The Male Staff Volleyball Competition and the Ladies’ Dodge Ball Competition were conducted with great enthusiasm. The winners were awarded trophies by the acting principal, and Ibrahim, head of Transport.Students of Ideal Indian School also participated in the Half Marathon Race organised by the Qatar Olympic Committee at Lusail Boulevard as part of NSD. As many as 67 participants from the Boys’, Junior, and Girls’ Sections successfully completed the race and were awarded medals. Source link