Author: M Fayiz

Doha: Patrick Reed continued his great start to the 2026 season with a two-stroke victory at the Qatar Masters Sunday. At the Doha Golf Club, Reed secured his second title in three weeks on the DP World Tour as the American held off a final-day challenge from Scotland’s Calum Hill with a winning total of 16 under par. The Scot finished in second place at 14 under. Reed, who won the European Tour event in Dubai two weeks ago and was tied for second after a three-way playoff in Bahrain last week, led from the first round in Doha. “This…

Milan: HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Olympic Council of Asia and President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, attended part of the competitions of the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, hosted by Italy from 6 to 22 February, with the participation of elite athletes from around the world. The visit comes as part of following the course of this global Olympic event and reviewing the organizational and technical aspects related to the hosting of Olympic Games, which see broad participation from national Olympic committees and international sports federations. H.E. Sheikh Joaan also met with members of…

Doha: Art Basel today concluded the first edition of Art Basel Qatar, successfully establishing a new long-term platform for artistic exchange, institutional engagement, and market development in the MENASA region. Presented in partnership with Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) and QC+, the inaugural edition was met with an exceptional response from Doha, the wider region, and the international art community, reflecting the strength, relevance, and ambition of Art Basel’s presence in Qatar. Throughout the week, galleries reported forging connections with new audiences — particularly from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Europe. These conversations translated into steady commercial momentum across the fair, with galleries noting strong interest…

Doha: HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi has inaugurated the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers Strategy 2026–2030. The inauguration ceremony was attended by HE Cabinet Secretary-General Hamad bin Ahmed Al Mohannadi and a host of officials, alongside staff members of the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers. The strategy intends to translate national priorities into effective corporate practices by reinforcing decision-making efficiency, optimising the regulatory environment, building government capacities capable of responding to future challenges, deepening the principles of justice and transparency, and…

Doha: Visit Qatar announces that global music icon and multi–Grammy Award® winner Shakira will perform in Doha as part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, with a one-night-only concert taking place on November 18, 2026, at Stadium 974. Pre-registration for ticket access is now open. Fans are invited to register their interest through the official form: Shakira concert pre-registration. A QR code is also available for quick access. Stadium 974 will set the stage for this exceptional concert, which comes as part of her record-breaking global stadium tour. This tour follows the massive success of her latest album, marking…

Doha: The Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex stands as one of Qatar’s most prominent sporting venues, reflecting the country’s long-standing investment in world-class sports infrastructure and its growing role on the global sporting stage.Opened in 1992 and extensively renovated in 2008, the complex is regarded as one of the leading tennis and squash facilities in the Middle East. It features 24 hard courts, with a main stadium that can accommodate more than 7,000 spectators, making it a key destination for hosting major international competitions in tennis, squash and padel.The complex serves as the permanent home of the Qatar ExxonMobil…

Doha: Qatar’s Ministry of Sports and Youth has honored the winners of the first edition of the State Sports Day Award, recognizing government bodies, private institutions and individuals for their contributions to promoting physical activity and community sport.The award ceremony was held ahead of the State Sports Day 2026 celebrations and was attended by HE Minister of Sports and Youth Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al-Thani. Also attending were HE Minister of State for Interior Affairs Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Faisal Al-Thani, and HE Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, Yasser bin Abdullah Al-Jamal, along with senior officials.…

Riyadh: The State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Interior, is participating in the third edition of the World Defense Show, underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from February 8 to 12. The Ministry of Interior delegation is headed by Advisor at the Office of the Assistant Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Security Affairs, Maj. Gen. Dr. Ali Khajim Al Adhbi. This participation comes within the framework of keeping pace with the latest developments and enhancing cooperation and the exchange of expertise with specialized international bodies and organizations. The World Defense Show is one of the most prominent…

Doha: Msheireb Downtown Doha has wrapped up its winter season as the premier destination for residents and tourists across the GCC, recording 5 million visits since November 2025 until the first week of February. The district has emerged as a go-to winter hub, presenting a mix of art, culture, sports, family entertainment, and community experiences under the theme “In Msheireb, there is a vibe for everyone.”Residents and international visitors travelled to iconic spaces across the city, including Barahat Msheireb, Sikkat Wadi Msheireb, and Msheireb Museums to participate in the scheduled activities.This winter, Msheireb Downtown Doha became the destination of choice…

Doha: The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Artistic Gymnastics Technical Committee meeting convened Saturday in Doha, hosted by the Qatar Gymnastics Federation (QGF) until Feb 10. The meeting brought together leading gymnastics experts and development officials from around the world.The QGF’s hosting of this event reflects the growing international confidence the FIG places in Qatar, particularly following Doha’s successful hosting of the FIG Trampoline Technical Committee meeting from Dec. 4 to 9, 2025. This success underscores Qatar’s advanced standing in organizing and hosting international technical meetings.In this context, QGF President Ali Al Hitmi emphasized that hosting this meeting for the second…