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Lusail International Circuit destination for world’s biggest races

Lusail International Circuit destination for world’s biggest races

Lusail International Circuit (LIC) is a major destination for the world’s largest races, as it is preparing to host the Qatar Formula 1 Grand Prix, which represents the eighteenth round of the world championship, from October 6-8. In preparation for this major event, the 5.418km Lusail International Circuit is undergoing comprehensive renovation and development works […]

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Italy defeat England on penalties to win EURO 2020

Italy defeat England on penalties to win EURO 2020

The Italian national team has won the 2020 men’s European soccer championship against England, finishing out a strong season and stopping England from a would-be historic international win for the first time in over half a century. Italy reached victory during a penalty shootout, scoring three goals to England’s two. The match was held at […]

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HH The Emir receives ceremonial ball for 2022 FIFA World Cup

HH The Emir receives ceremonial ball for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday handed over the mantle of World Cup host to HH The emir of Qatar, whose country will stage the 2022 edition of the tournament. “Russia is handing over the relay baton for hosting the FIFA World Cup to Qatar,” Putin said. “We’re proud of what we did for fans of […]

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Wimbledon reveals plans for new-look £70m No 1 court

Wimbledon reveals plans for new-look £70m No 1 court

The All England Club has released plans for the new-look No 1 Court at Wimbledon. Work on the £70m reconstruction will begin after this year’s championships, and it will first be used in 2019. Just like Centre Court, the new No 1 Court – designed by Sir Robert McAlpine, the company behind London’s Olympic Stadium […]

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Doha all set to host FINA World Cup 2016

Doha all set to host FINA World Cup 2016

The Organising Committee of the prestigious FINA airweave Swimming World Cup 2016 has intensified its managerial and technical arrangements to host the prestigious event in October. The finest swimmers from around the world will hit the pool when the FINA airweave Swimming World Cup 2016 begins at the Hamad Aquatic Centre in Doha on October […]

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SC names main contractor for Wakrah Stadium

SC names main contractor for Wakrah Stadium

The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) yesterday announced the award of the main contractor for Al Wakrah Stadium to Midmac in a joint venture with Porr Qatar. Located about 15km south of Doha, the 40,000-seat stadium was designed taking the dhow boats that carried Qatari fishermen and pearl divers as inspiration. It will […]

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Unique LED lighting for Khalifa Stadium

Unique LED lighting for Khalifa Stadium

A leading lighting expert with experience in illuminating major stadiums across the world said  that the project at Khalifa International Stadium will be something completely unique. “We were just recently awarded the contract for state-of-the-art LED pitch lighting for Khalifa International Stadium. We have done this for Stamford Bridge Chelsea, PSV Eindhoven, Amsterdam Arena, STVV […]

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Qatar secures ten-year MotoGP contract

Qatar secures ten-year MotoGP contract

Earlier this year, at the season-opening MotoGP round in Qatar, Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) president Nasser Khalifa al-Attiyah had assured that the motorcycle road racing series will remain at the Losail International Circuit even after the current contract runs out in 2016. “I guarantee you that I will grab him (for contract extension),” […]

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Alfardan Sports Motor holds “6th Emozioni in Pista”

Alfardan Sports Motors, the official Ferrari importer in Qatar, organised the “6th Emozioni in Pista” for Ferrari owners and enthusiasts at the Losail International Circuit. Omar Alfardan, president and chief executive officer, Alfardan Group, welcomed VIP guests and executive managers of Alfardan Group before leading a parade of some 39 cars to Losail International Circuit. […]

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Losail circuit is the safest in the world

Losail circuit is the safest in the world

With the stage set for the Commercial Bank Grand Prix of Qatar on Sunday, QMMF President Nasser bin Khalifa al-Attiyah sheds light on the preparations that have gone into the motorcycling calendar’s first race. Q: Losail circuit is ready to host the first round of the MotoGP season. How did you prepare for it? A:To […]

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