During the month of December, the UAE is witnessing great sporting momentum by hosting a wide range of international tournaments and events, which confirms its position on the global sports map and highlights its organizational readiness and advanced infrastructure, as a major destination for sports investment and tourism..
The events were distributed among the emirates of the country, as the capital, Abu Dhabi, began the month’s activities by hosting the 16th edition of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit, which witnessed a global audience and was followed by millions of viewers around the world, which embodies the importance of the event and Abu Dhabi’s status as a prominent sports center..
The sports agenda continued with prominent events in a number of emirates of the country, as Abu Dhabi witnessed the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, the World Urban Cycling Championship, in addition to the World Forum for Mobility and Cycling Cities, the World Tennis League, the Asian Chess Championship, the President’s Cup for Arabian Horses, and the Championship for Arab Horses. Al-Fursan International Show Jumping.
In Sharjah, the emirate hosted the Sharjah Grand Prix, the final round of the Formula 1 World Speedboat Championship in its 23rd session, which was held at Khalid Lake with the participation of 19 elite international drivers, which added an enthusiastic atmosphere and tourism promotion to the emirate, in addition to the 6th Sharjah Kalba Festival. For the Arabian horse, which was organized by the Sharjah Equestrian and Racing Club on the Kalba Corniche beach, with the participation of 242 horses from various countries. State cleats and clubs.
Dubai was strongly attended through several major events. It hosted the first edition of the Sports Impact Summit 2024, in which 200 prominent international figures from decision-makers in the sports field participated. It also organized the Dubai International Fitness Championship, which brought together the elite of international athletes from men and women, in addition to the Dubai World Steeplechase Challenge 2024, which It was organized by the Dubai Police General Command, the Department of Economy and Tourism, and the Dubai Sports Council, in coordination with the International Federation of Obstacle Racing, with the participation of 1,170 male and female athletes. From the countries of the world, the Dubai Grand Prix for powerboats “X-Cat”, which is the final round of the 2024 World Championships, the World Artistic Swimming League Championship in which 15 countries participated, and the Churchill Polo Championship at the Al Habtoor Polo and Equestrian Club and Resort, which is an annual tournament that witnesses competition between teams. Local and international, it is considered preparation for the Dubai Silver Cup.
The month concludes in Dubai with two distinguished events: the Dubai International Sports Conference and the Dubai Globe Soccer Gala, scheduled to be held on December 27, while on December 29, the first race of the Ladder Cycling Championship will be held, which is considered one of the largest community championships and contributes to highlighting the emirate’s natural landmarks and enhancing… Community sports.
The Al Dhafra region hosts the Liwa International Festival “Liwa 2025”, which is held from December 13 to January 4, and stands out as an important winter destination for fans of camping, traditional sports, and car and bicycle racing, and attracts participants from all over the world..
These sporting events contribute to strengthening the UAE economy by attracting investments in the hospitality, transportation and infrastructure sectors, and increasing tourist flow, as thousands of visitors flock to attend these tournaments and enjoy the various tourist destinations in the country..
In this context, Abdul Basit Ali, Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee of the Dubai World Steeplechase Championship, stressed that hosting these championships reflects the UAE’s leadership in organizing global events, and provides athletes with an opportunity to test their abilities and skills..
Abdullah Shahdad, Director of the Hamdan Sports Complex, explained that the advanced infrastructure in the Emirates encourages athletes around the world to settle and invest in the country, adding that the complex annually hosts 58 events that include 28 various sports games..
For his part, Mohammed Abdullah Hareb Al Falahi, Executive Director of the Dubai International Marine Sports Club, pointed out that the UAE’s ability to organize marine championships reflects the efficiency of the organization and the quality of the facilities, which enhances the country’s position on the agenda of the International Federation for Marine Racing..
These events highlight the UAE’s ability to combine sports, tourism, and investment, consolidating its position as a global sports destination par excellence..
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