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Formula One returns to Africa with landmark Rwanda Grand Prix agreement
Formula 1 returns to Africa for the first time since 1993 with a landmark 10-year agreement to host the Grand Prix in Rwanda from the early 2030s.
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Jon Rahm to make his Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship debut
Spanish golfing virtuoso Jon Rahm will make his debut at the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, competing at Yas Links from November 5 to 8.
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Al Ain Football Club forges strategic alliance with Red Bull to elevate talent development
Al Ain Football Club partners with Red Bull to enhance youth development, high performance training and international presence through strategic collaboration.
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UAE Open Shooting Championship Expands Talent Development Through School Participation
The UAE Shooting Federation's second domestic championship round has established a comprehensive talent identification framework, attracting 280 competitors from schools, clubs and academies.
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Ivo Oliveira Secures Tour de Kyushu Glory for UAE Team Emirates-XRG
Portuguese cyclist Ivo Oliveira captures the Tour de Kyushu title for UAE Team Emirates-XRG, claiming his maiden general classification victory in commanding fashion.
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Celebrated British Jockey Richard Mullen Returns for Dubai Racing Carnival
Accomplished British jockey Richard Mullen returns to Dubai Racing Carnival on 6th November following recovery from serious injuries, commencing his 28th racing season.
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UAE Team Emirates-XRG Unveils Distinguished Line-up for Tour of Guangxi
UAE Team Emirates-XRG announces its elite roster for the Tour of Guangxi, featuring returning champions and emerging talent as the 2026 UCI WorldTour season reaches its crescendo.
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UAE Takes Historic Step with Official World Gymnastics Membership
The UAE's Gymnastics Committee secures official World Gymnastics membership, enabling elite international competition and talent development across the emirates.
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Team Abu Dhabi’s Rashed Al Mulla Pursues Seventh UIM-ABP Aquabike Freestyle World Title
Rashed Al Mulla targets his seventh UIM-ABP Aquabike Freestyle world title at the season finale in Olbia, Italy, leading the championship standings with fifty points.
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UAE Selects 43 Athletes for Fifth Asian Para Games in Japan
The UAE National Paralympic Committee has unveiled a 43-strong squad for the Asian Para Games in Japan, competing across eight sporting disciplines.