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President of the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) Abdulrahman bin Abdul Latif al-Mannai has congratulated His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), on his election as President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). Several Qatari sports bodies congratulated Sheikh Joaan on his election, saying the achievement reflects Qatar’s advanced standing in sports at both the continental and international levels. Al-Mannai said the election of Sheikh Joaan to this prestigious position is a well-deserved culmination of a career filled with successes and accomplishments. It also recognises his pioneering role over more than a decade in leading the Qatari Olympic movement, establishing Doha as a global capital of sport, and setting a benchmark for modern sports management, he added. The QMMF President noted that the unprecedented organisational successes and outstanding Olympic results achieved under Sheikh Joaan’s leadership, most notably Qatar’s best-ever Olympic performance at the Tokyo 2020 Games, along with hosting major international and continental championships, are clear evidence of his leadership competence and comprehensive strategic vision, capable of guiding Asian sports to new heights. Al-Mannai added that the extensive experience of HE Sheikh Joaan, both through his presidency of the QOC and his position as First Vice-President of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC), in addition to his contributions to developing sports talent through the Qatar Olympic Academy, enhances the prospects for a qualitative leap forward for the OCA in the coming period. Al-Mannai affirmed his great confidence in Sheikh Joaan’s ability to represent the Asian continent in the best possible way and to continue promoting the values of the Olympic Movement. He wished him success in his new role and praised the unlimited support provided by the wise leadership to sports and athletes, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030. Meanwhile, Qatar Football Association President and QOC Secretary-General Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain congratulated Sheikh Joaan on his election. “Heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani on the occasion of his election as President of the Olympic Council of Asia. A leadership stemming from extensive experience and an ambitious vision that will contribute to the development of the Olympic movement on the continent and the enhancement of the Asian sports journey,” he wrote on X. Also, Executive Director of the Qatar Olympic Academy (QOA), Khalil al-Jaber, expressed his best wishes for success to HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani during his tenure as President of the Olympic Council of Asia, which is considered the second-largest sporting organisation in the world. Al-Jaber explained that Sheikh Joaan left a clear and lasting mark during his presidency of the QOC, whether through the major sporting events hosted by the State of Qatar or through the notable achievements realised by Qatari sport. He added that the OCA is set to witness a significant qualitative leap during His Excellency’s presidency, given his strong vision and great ambition to develop the sports system and host major international sporting events. Mohammed Ahmed al-Mudahka, President of the Qatar Chess Association welcomed the appointment of Sheikh Joaan as President of the OCA. He said it is a significant gain not only for the State of Qatar but for Asian sports as a whole. He noted that the Asian continent is poised for an ambitious vision and substantial development in the future under the leadership of Sheikh Joaan. Al-Mudahka expressed his pride in the election of HE Sheikh Joaan to head the world’s largest regional organisation, a decision stemming from confidence in his ambitious vision to lead Asian sports to greater heights. Related Story Source link
Bangladesh yesterday said it was “surprised” and “shocked” that India had allowed fugitive former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to make a public address in New Delhi. Hasina, 78, fled to neighbouring India in August 2024 after a student-led uprising ended her 15-year rule. She made her first public speech since then in an audio address in Delhi on Friday. “The government and the people of Bangladesh are surprised and shocked,” Dhaka’s foreign ministry said. “Allowing the event to take place in Delhi and letting mass murderer Hasina openly deliver her hate speech… constitute a clear affront to the people and the government of Bangladesh.” – Source link
A Palestinian man was martyred on Monday by Israeli gunfire in the Gaza Strip, according to medical sources.The Palestinian News and Information Agency (WAFA) reported that the Israeli occupation forces fatally shot the man in the Al-Tuffah neighborhood, northeast of Gaza City.In a separate incident, a girl was injured by Israeli army fire west of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, WAFA added.Israeli violations have continued since the ceasefire came into effect on October 11, resulting in 484 deaths, 1,321 injuries, and the recovery of 713 bodies. Related Story Source link
A “Baggy Green” cap worn by Don Bradman during a series against India in 1947-48 was sold for $460,000 at a Gold Coast auction Monday, fetching the highest price for a cap sported by the great Australian batsman. Bradman had gifted it to Indian cricketer Sriranga Wasudev Sohoni, whose family preserved it for the last 75 years. “That’s over three generations under lock and key. If you were a family member you were only allowed to look at it when you were 16 years old for five minutes,” said Lee Hames, the chief operating officer of Lloyds Auctioneers and Valuers. The cap was sold to an anonymous bidder and will be kept on display at an Australian museum, local media reported. The cap, which has the names “D.G. Bradman” and “S.W. Sohoni” inscribed on the inside, is in good condition. Another cap worn by Bradman was sun-faded and insect-damaged when it fetched $311,000 at auction in 2024. Widely regarded as the greatest batsman in history, Bradman played 52 tests with a batting average of 99.94, nearly 40 runs higher than any other player. Source link
