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Qatar's sharpshooters secured four medals (two silver and two bronze) at the start of their campaign in the Arab Shooting and Airgun Championship, currently underway at the National Olympic Complex in Muscat, Oman. The championship features 141 marksmen representing 14 countries and concludes on December 26. The Qatari medalists were: Abdulrahman Al Sulaiti, who won silver in the 10-meter airgun individual youth category; Ritaj Al Yafai, who also won silver in the 10-meter airgun individual junior women's category; Khalid Al Sharshani, who won bronze in the 10-meter airgun individual men's category; and the women's team of Maha Al-Ali, Dalal Al-Qubaisi, and Fatima Al Abdulrahman, who each won bronze in the 10-meter airgun team event.**media[396375]**The Qatari shooting team is participating in the Arab Championship with a delegation of 17 shooters (men, women, and juniors from both genders) competing in the rifle and pistol events. The delegation is headed by Executive Director of the Qatar Shooting and Archery Federation Abdulaziz Mohammed Al Aji Al Aji praised the strong performances of the Qatari shooters on the first day of the championship, noting their winning of four medals in the rifle competition.**media[396376]**Speaking to Qatar News Agency (QNA), Al Aji said that the competition was intense and exciting among most of the participating shooters from various Arab countries. He added that the Qatari shooters demonstrated high level of skill and ability to compete with Arab champions, securing four medals: two silver and two bronze in the rifle event. He said that Tuesday's competitions will include the 10-meter air pistol, 25-meter pistol, and 50-meter rifle events.  

The formation of the Board of Directors of the Organizing Committee for the 21st Asian Games – Doha 2030 was announced Sunday, chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, with the membership of His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, Minister of Municipality; His Excellency Abdullah bin Khalaf Khattab al-Kaabi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior; and His Excellency Saad bin Ali al-Kharji, Chairman of Qatar Tourism.The committee also includes His Excellency Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain, Secretary-General of the Qatar Olympic Committee; HE Mohammed bin Hassan al- Malki, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry; HE Yasser bin Abdullah al-Jamal, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports and Youth; H.E. Mohammed bin Khalifa al-Suwaidi, Director General of Hamad Medical Corporation; HE. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz al-Meer, President of the Public Works Authority; and Dr. Abdulrahman Mohammed Yousuf Jolo, Assistant Undersecretary for Financial Policy Affairs at the Ministry of Finance.HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Organizing Committee for the 21st Asian Games – Doha 2030, said: “Forming the Board of Directors of the Organizing Committee for the Doha 2030 Asian Games is a fundamental step in preparing for this major continental event and places us on a practical path toward implementing our hosting plans. This formation embodies the principle of joint national work, which experience has shown to be the foundation for achieving national success. It also reflects the leadership’s confidence in the ability of national talent to organize major sporting events.”His Excellency affirmed that the Doha 2030 Asian Games represent a continuation of the development path witnessed in Qatar’s sports sector, as the committee works to deliver an edition that meets the aspirations of the Asian continent, adopting an approach based on innovation and sustainability that establishes a legacy benefiting future generations. He noted that Doha possesses the experience and capabilities that enable it to deliver an exceptional edition that adds to the achievements of Asian sport.He added that preparations for this edition build on the legacy of the Doha 2006 Asian Games, a milestone that marked an important turning point in Qatar’s sporting journey. He emphasized that its impact remains present to this day, providing a strong foundation from which Doha moves toward a more advanced edition that reflects the status of Qatar, its achievements over recent years, and its ambitions for the next stage.Qatar had won the hosting rights for the 2030 Asian Games in December 2020 after presenting an outstanding bid that confirmed its full readiness to host the Games for the second time, supported by advanced infrastructure and sports facilities that meet the highest international standards. Today, Qatar reaffirms this readiness years ahead of the event, drawing on an exceptional legacy built over the past years.This legacy rests on a system of modern sports facilities, stadiums, integrated training complexes, transportation networks, and supporting service infrastructure, allowing Qatar to deliver an exceptional edition of the Asian Games without the need to construct new facilities.In addition to the physical legacy, the major sporting events hosted by Qatar in recent years have contributed to building a sustainable human legacy represented in the operational and organizational expertise gained by national cadres through a series of milestones that solidified Qatar’s position as a global capital of sport.The Qatar Olympic Committee has played a pivotal role in developing this legacy by supervising sports federations, enhancing governance, improving institutional readiness for hosting continental and international events, and preparing national cadres with strong operational and organizational experience through their participation in hosting events such as the Doha 2006 Asian Games and many championships held under national federations.This institutional, human, and operational legacy forms a solid foundation for the Doha 2030 Asian Games Organizing Committee, as the Qatar Olympic Committee now possesses an integrated system of experience, knowledge, and expertise that enables it to lead preparations for this continental event with high efficiency and deliver an edition that meets the aspirations of the Asian continent and reflects the development of Qatari sport.By hosting the Doha 2030 Asian Games, Qatar seeks to reinforce its leadership in the sports field by presenting an exceptional edition that combines organizational excellence, expanding the base of sports and sporting culture within the community, and building a lasting legacy that contributes to enhancing the capabilities of future generations. 

Doha deciding to join the Olympic Games 2036 race wasn't an afterthought of any kind. For the last 30-odd years, the Qatari capital has carefully charted its journey using sports as a means to bring the entire Middle East region together. Not only that, Doha over the last three decades also built a purposeful narrative that sports spectacles like the FIFA World Cup, the Asian Games and World Championships can be successfully hosted and savoured by those investing heavily in the global sports industry.From hosting the then biggest edition of the Asian Games in December 2006 — welcoming more than 10,000 athletes and officials from 45-member countries of the Olympic Council of Asia — to staging the 2022 FIFA World Cup involving 32 teams, Qatar has proudly showcased its mighty sporting ambitions in front of billions of sports fans around the world.From opening the world's largest indoor sports facility — the Aspire Academy in 2005 — to constructing 8 state-of-the-art football stadiums for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar clearly has gone beyond the debate on what it wants to achieve through sports.Five years ago, Doha put together a hard-to-beat Asian Games bid for the 2030 edition. Now, the Qatari capital will welcome athletes for the 2030 Asian Games. This will be the second Asiad to be hosted in Doha. When Doha joined the 2030 Asian Games race, the Qatari capital’s bid file showed that it had 90% of the sports infrastructure ready in the country. That sealed the deal for Doha.Over the course of the last three decades, Doha has successfully hosted world championships in boxing, cycling, gymnastics, track and field, swimming, handball, table tennis, shooting, triathlon and football. In 2027, Qatar will host the FIBA World Cup. With Aspire Academy carefully picking and grooming young talent – that is nurtured by world-class coaches and trainers in various disciplines — Qatar is not only known for hosting events but developing athletes from a young age.With Qatar hosting round-the-year leagues in football, basketball, volleyball, athletics, handball, cricket, tennis, snooker and billiards, shooting, cycling, horse racing and showjumping, and many other sports, Doha continues to wave the lag of optimism and carry on the Olympic Movement with absolute conviction that sports have to be a way of life for those living in the country, region and around the world.Whenever Qatar has hosted top-flight championships, it has also attracted sports fans who use the hub of global air travel — the Hamad International Airport — to come and visit the country. With Qatar adding more than 35,000 hotel rooms for the 2022 FIFA World Cup alone, the tourism industry in the country has never been in a more buoyant mood than it is enjoying right now. With Qatar currently hosting the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 — just days after it hosted the FIFA U-17 World Cup — Doha is abuzz with hundreds of thousands of regional and global visitors watching the matches live. Qatar welcomed more than a million fans for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.Sports fans don’t come to Qatar to just enjoy watching the games live. The fan stay — from within the region or elsewhere — is something they cherish. Traveling within Qatar is a royal luxury enjoyed by commuters. Apart from enjoying their stay in great hotels and dining at fabulous restaurants, visitors and residents use the state-of-the-art Metro system to significantly cut commute times and travel hours across the country.With youth turning to healthy lifestyles and following their favourite players on the pitch ever so much, Qatar has played a torch-bearer’s role in pushing its sports agenda for every country in the region and the rest of the Asian continent. Even in the broadcasting sector, Qatar’s beIN Sports Network is watched — with multiple language options — by millions of homes around the world, thanks largely to its spectacular sports coverage throughout the year, 24 x7.Doha’s bid for the 2036 Olympic Games delivers on every promise made by the Qatari leadership. With unmatched sporting infrastructure in the country, to A-grade travel logistics, to organisational skills learned from hosting world cups and championships, Doha is ahead of the game.Sports builds bridges and promotes a healthy lifestyle, and Qatar is leading the show on this front. Yet, the athlete and fan experience extends far beyond the pitch. Qatar’s cultural scene seamlessly blends deep-rooted heritage with modern innovation, anchored by landmarks like the Museum of Islamic Art and the vibrant Katara Cultural Village. By offering a world-class environment for both competition and cultural discovery, Doha 2036 promises an Olympic Games that will be remembered forever. 

His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee, attended the final match of the FIFA U-17 World Cup held at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha. Portugal beat Austria 1-0 to be crowned champions for the first time.Following the final, FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented Portuguese team with the gold medals and the championship trophy. Italy claimed third place after defeating Brazil 4–2 in a penalty shootout, following a goalless draw in the third-place playoff.Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain, Secretary-General of the Qatar Olympic Committee and President of the Qatar Football Association also took part in the awarding ceremony.

3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum (QOSM) has opened “Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street”, a major touring exhibition from London’s Design Museum, making its Middle East debut in Doha until March 7, 2026.Unveiled by Qatar Museums (QM) Chairperson HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, the exhibition traces the design and cultural evolution of sneakers – shoes that began as athletic gear and grew into a global phenomenon shaping sport, style, and identity.Featuring more than 200 pairs of sneakers displayed alongside photographs, films, and archival materials, the exhibition offers an immersive journey through sneaker history.Highlights include rare and limited-edition designs as well as an exclusive presentation of Virgil Abloh’s celebrated sneaker creations.“’Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street’ reflects our ongoing commitment to exploring the intersection of sport, design, and culture,” said QOSM president Sheikh Mohammad bin Abdulla al-Thani. “This exhibition celebrates how innovation and creativity have transformed something as everyday as a shoe into a global cultural phenomenon.”“By hosting this show in Doha, we continue to engage diverse audiences, inspire the next generation, and highlight the universal power of sport as a unifying force that transcends borders and disciplines,” he said.The exhibition explores sneaker culture through two key lenses: style and performance.The exhibition highlights how innovation and design have revolutionised athletic footwear, transforming the way athletes train and compete.It also delves into the cultural impact of sneakers, revealing how they have become enduring symbols of identity, creativity, and self-expression across generations and communities.“Over the past 50 years, sneakers have evolved from a sports shoe to the most prominent form of footwear in the world with well over a billion pairs sold last year alone,” said Design Museum chief executive and director Tim Marlow. “This exhibition explores a global design phenomenon that has fascinated everyone from sneakerheads to world class athletes, a complex and captivating mixture of technical innovation, high performance problem solving and street-style sub-cultures.”“Sneakers Unboxed” in Doha is part of the legacy of the Qatar-UK 2013 Year of Culture, a wide-ranging celebration of shared cultural ties between Qatar and the UK.The exhibition is presented as part of "Evolution Nation", an 18-month campaign honouring Qatar’s cultural journey over the past 50 years, since the founding of the National Museum of Qatar.Curated by Qatar Creates, the national movement positioning Qatar as a global hub for art, culture, and creativity, Evolution Nation highlights both the nation’s cultural milestones and its aspirations for the future.

HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), on Wednesday attended the Opening Ceremony of the 3rd Asian Youth Games, currently being held in Bahrain until October 31.Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad al-Khalifah, Representative of the King of Bahrain for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, officially declared the Games open during a grand ceremony held at the Exhibition World Bahrain, in the presence of presidents of Asian National Olympic Committees and senior sports officials from across the continent. Also in attendance were Dr Thani bin Abdulrahman al-Kuwari, Second Vice-President of the QOC, and Jassim bin Rashid al-Buenain, Secretary-General of the QOC.The Opening Ceremony was a spectacular show that included various segments and artistic performances blending modernity with the rich heritage of Bahrain. It also featured the parade of participating nations, official speeches by the Organising Committee and the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA), and the raising of the Games’ flag.The 3rd Asian Youth Games features 26 sports, with more than 5,000 athletes from 45 Asian National Olympic Committees, making it the largest edition in the event’s history. The Games also serve as qualifiers for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.The state of Qatar is represented by 67 athletes competing in 16 sports, namely: athletics, badminton, 3x3 basketball, equestrian (show jumping), golf, judo, jiu-jitsu, cycling, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, triathlon, wrestling, volleyball, beach volleyball, and boxing. Female athletes are participating in four of these sports: athletics, badminton, volleyball, and beach volleyball.On the other hand, Qatar’s youth volleyball team lost to Chinese Taipei on Wednesday in straight sets (0–3), with set scores of 17–25, 17–25, and 16–25.Qatar’s athletes will begin competition Thursday in 3x3 basketball, athletics, golf, boxing, equestrian, and triathlon.Team Qatar aims to make a strong impression at the Games and compete for medals across several sports. This participation is also part of the nation’s long-term preparation for the Doha 2030 Asian Games.

The great form of Cherif Younousse and Ahmed Tijan on the Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour continues as the Qatari Olympic medallists claimed the title of the Elite event held in Newport Beach. The hottest men’s team in international beach volleyball right now, they made it to the top of the podium in California on Saturday, flanked by two South American duos, as Brazilians Evandro Gonçalves and Arthur Lanci finished second and the Chilean Grimalt cousins Marco and Esteban ranked third in the tenth Elite event of the 2025 season. The 2025 season has been a different one for Cherif and Ahmed, who typically compete in almost every Elite event there is, but this year were limited to only six appearances on the Beach Pro Tour because of injuries. The bronze medallists of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, have, however, made the most of every opportunity they had to compete in 2025, winning four golds, with victories in the Elite events held in Gstaad, Rio de Janeiro and Newport Beach and the Xiamen Challenge. Disregarding the three forfeit defeats they were forced to accept at the Montréal Elite after Cherif got injured, the two have won 17 of their last 19 matches, including the last 11. “Winning here feels amazing,” Ahmed commented. “My wife is from the United States, and I am very happy to be here and win the gold medal. It means so much to our entire family.” At Newport Beach, Cherif and Ahmed made it to the top of the podium with an undefeated campaign of six victories and only one set dropped. In the final, they overcame Evandro and Arthur in straight sets (21-16, 30-28). “It was a really tough tournament, and the final was no different,” Cherif reacted. “We faced so many tough teams here, and we wanted to congratulate Evandro and Arthur, who had a really good run. We love to entertain people and give the fans a great final, and I think that today we did it. I hope everyone enjoyed it.”

The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) marked the International Day for Universal Access to Information, observed annually on September 28, reaffirming its commitment to transparency, freedom of information, and fostering a culture of digital protection among its employees and partners. This celebration underscores QOC’s leading role in adopting international best practices that guarantee access to information for all segments of society. It also reflects Qatar’s position as a pioneering sports and institutional hub in good governance, knowledge management, and national capacity-building. Over the past years, QOC has launched several initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the importance of information sharing. These include strengthening knowledge management systems in line with the international ISO 30401 standard, implementing effective digital archiving and document management policies, and offering specialized training programs on cybersecurity. Together, these measures ensure a responsible and sustainable work environment. QOC also places great emphasis on issuing regular reports on its strategy and sustainability efforts while making key data on its activities and projects available through official channels. This approach provides the public and stakeholders with direct, reliable access to the committee’s achievements and ongoing work. On this occasion, Eng. Fahad Ebrahim Al-Muhana, Director of Strategy and Sustainability at QOC, stated: "Our celebration of the International Day for Universal Access to Information reflects the QOC’s commitment to transparency and integrity, while empowering our national workforce with the tools of modern knowledge. We believe that reliable information is the foundation of sustainable development and strengthens institutional decision-making that serves both sport and society." “We will continue to adopt best global practices in knowledge management and data protection, in line with the Committee’s strategic vision and directions aimed at building a modern and secure institutional environment that can keep pace with global changes and strengthen Qatar’s position on the international sports map.” He added. This occasion highlights QOC’s institutional direction toward building a strong administrative culture founded on openness, transparency, and inclusivity. It also supports Qatar’s National Vision 2030 by contributing to human, social, and institutional development. Through these efforts, QOC continues to play a central role in promoting sport as a positive force for spreading knowledge, strengthening accountability, and expanding access to information for the benefit of current and future generations. It's worth mentioning that QOC has received international certification in the Knowledge Management System ISO 30401 this year. This milestone makes QOC the first institution in Qatar and the first sports organization in the Middle East to receive this prestigious international recognition.