The Sports Affairs Department at Qatar University (QU) has launched the Ramadan Water Polo Championship at the Aquatic Sports Complex, in collaboration with the Qatar Swimming Association for Water Polo.
Dr Senaid al-Marri, director of Sports Affairs Department at QU, said: “This championship has a long history, which I remember from my university days between 2001 and 2005."
Explaining that this is the third consecutive year of the current series, the official said the Sports Affairs Department is planning short-term courses in swimming for students, staff, and their children in the near future.
Khalifa al-Mohanadi, a member of the Board of Directors of the Qatar Swimming Association, highlighted the event's importance in their sports calendar and thanked QU for providing all facilities to ensure its success. The championship, comprising four rounds, begins with qualifiers, with teams divided into four groups competing for the finals.
Walid Desouqi, head of the Males’ Sports Teams Department at QU Sports Affairs, said: "The event witnessed the participation of several teams, including two Qatari national teams, the QU team, and the 'Oryx' team, consisting of veteran players. A team from Kuwait is also participating for the first time in Qatar. The QU's pools and facilities have been fully equipped this year, enabling them to host international and global tournaments.”
