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The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park hosts Dubai International Baja 2021.
Dubai to set world motor sport milestone with rally run on solar power
DUBAI, UAE — The Dubai International Baja will enter the record books this weekend as the first FIA World Cup cross-country event to be run on solar power.As the result of a new partnership between the Emirates Motorsports Organization and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the rally will be based at DEWA’s Innovation Centre located at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park from Feb. 18-20.“DEWA supports the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 that was launched by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice president and prime minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, and aims to diversify the energy mix and to provide 75% of Dubai’s total power capacity from clean energy sources by 2050,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.“We are glad to support the...
February 16, 2021

Dubai to set world motor sport milestone with rally run on solar power

Saudi Arabia’s Yazeed Al Rajhi — aiming for the Dubai Baja cars title.
Dubai Baja draws big line-up as Ben Sulayem points way to bright rally future
DUBAI, UAE — The Dubai International Baja has attracted an impressive assembly of 93 competitors from 12 countries on its return to the World Cup stage, with plans unveiled to take cross country rallying in the UAE to the next level.Announcing a starting line-up of 69 cars, buggies, bikes and quads, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of the Emirates Motorsports Organization, said the EMSO’s new partnership with Amaury Sport Organization (A.S.O) can give UAE rallying a major boost over the next few years.Cycling’s Tour De France is among the top sporting events owned, designed and organised by A.S.0, which produces hundreds of hours of programmes and has been appointed by the EMSO as official TV production company for both the Dubai International Baja and the Abu Dhabi Desert...
February 13, 2021

Dubai Baja draws big line-up as Ben Sulayem points way to bright rally future

Sam Sunderland celebrates his win in Qatar in 2017.
New Qatar International Baja joins FIM series in April
LOSAIL (Qatar) — The Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) will host the 2021 Qatar International Baja, round three of the FIM Bajas World Cup, on April 8-10.The event’s announcement comes hot on the heels of the conclusion of the 2021 Qatar International Rally that ran successfully at the end of January under stringent COVID-19 protocols put in place in the State of Qatar.In a compact format laid on by the QMMF, the weekend’s action will get under way with administration checks and scrutineering at the Losail Sports Arena and a timed super special stage on Thursday, April 8.The result of the opening stage will determine the starting order for the opening leg of around 250 competitive kilometres on Friday, April 9. This selective section will run through the north-central...
February 13, 2021

New Qatar International Baja joins FIM series in April

The logo for Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022 unveiled via projection onto the Kazan Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Special Olympics unveils mythical dragon logo for World Winter Games 2022
KAZAN, Russia — On Friday, Feb. 5, the local organizing committee for the Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan 2022 unveiled the global event's logo during a ceremony at the Kazan Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.The logo carries rich symbolism and was developed in part with a competition for designers across Russia.The visual identity is based on winner Artemiy Lebedev's concept: Zilant — a mythical dragon creature and symbol of the city of Kazan — hugs a stylized tulip native to the Tatarstan region and serves as a representation of the Volga River.The depiction of Zilant hugging the logo is emblematic of friendship, hospitality, and joy.At the center of the logo, five figures fly in a circle to represent the global Special Olympics movement. Around the flying...
February 08, 2021

Special Olympics unveils mythical dragon logo for World Winter Games 2022

The Dubai International Baja combines two World Cup series on its return to the Al Qudra Desert. — courtesy  RallyZone - Edoardo Bauer
Dubai Baja brings back World Cup Rallying
DUBAI, UAE — World Cup rallying makes a welcome return to the UAE later this month when the Dubai International Baja combines two series taking the sport back into action across the globe.Ruled out last year by the COVID-19 emergency, the event assembles a strong international line-up of drivers and riders for the second round of the 2021 FIA World Cup for Cross Country Bajas for cars, and the opening round of the FIM Bajas World Cup for bikes.The fourth edition of the rally takes place on Feb. 18-20 under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, crown prince of Dubai.Mohammed Ben Sulayem, president of the Emirates Motorsports Organization, confirmed Sunday that government authorities have given the official go ahead for the event on approving stringent COVID-19...
February 07, 2021

Dubai Baja brings back World Cup Rallying

Ryan Fox of New Zealand plays his third shot on the 9th hole during Day Two of the Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club in King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia, on Friday.
Ryan Fox takes lead after rain-soaked day at Saudi International
JEDDAH — Ryan Fox has the clubhouse lead at the halfway point of the Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers after a rain-soaked day at Royal Greens Golf & Country Club.The big-hitting New Zealander shot his second five-under par 65 in a row to sit atop a leaderboard packed with big names — many of whom will return to the course to complete their rounds tomorrow.Thunderstorms forced a two-hour break in play on day two of the $3.5million tournament as King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) experienced what locals believe was only its second bout of rainfall in the last year.That delay meant that 16 groups failed to finish before sunset, with the likes of Dustin Johnson, Justin Rose, and Tyrrell Hatton all ominously positioned behind the leaders with rounds still to...
February 05, 2021

Ryan Fox takes lead after rain-soaked day at Saudi International

ACES to meet Deccan Knights in Muhammad Iqbal Memorial Cup Final
JEDDAH — ACES will meet Deccan Knights in the final of the 3rd Muhammad Iqbal Memorial (MIM) Cup, which is being played in honor and memory of JCA Late CEO Muhammed Iqbal Choudhary, the man who ruled hearts of cricketers for 38 years. The event is organized by Jeddah Cricket Association under the auspices of Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation.In Week 3, quarterfinals Deccan Knights beat Kashmir Stags by 8 wickets thanks to Najeeb’s brilliant 96 runs, but unlucky to miss his well-deserved century by 4 runs, while Nasir’s (52) knock ended in vain. Center System Group did short work of United XI thrashing them by 7 wickets mainly due to Usman Butt fine spell of 5 for 25 and Adnan Ayub unbeaten 64, with Zaid (62) knock ending up on the losing side.In the first semifinal ACES beat Makkah...
February 03, 2021

ACES to meet Deccan Knights in Muhammad Iqbal Memorial Cup Final

Graeme McDowell of Northern Ireland during a press conference prior of the Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club on Tuesday in King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird)
McDowell hopes memories of last year’s Saudi International will kick-start his season
JEDDAH — Defending champion Graeme McDowell is hoping the fond memories he has from winning round Royal Greens Golf & Country Club at last year’s Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisers will be the catalyst to reviving his form and supercharging his 2021 season.The Northern Irishman triumphed by two shots over 2019 champion Dustin Johnson, finishing on 12-under-par, at the second hosting of the now highly-anticipated $3.5million European Tour event in 2020.McDowell admitted at the time to being in inspired form as he began strongly in what was meant to be a Ryder Cup year. However, the season was halted soon after as the pandemic forced golf into a four-month break, pulling the handbrake on the 2010 US Open champion’s speedy start to the season.After missing the...
February 02, 2021

McDowell hopes memories of last year’s Saudi International will kick-start his season

Coach Jamie McConnell with Saud and Faisal
The inside story on Saudi Arabia’s leading golfers
JEDDAH — Ahead of the 2021 Saudi International powered by Softbank Investment Advisers, Saudi Arabia National Team coach Jamie McConnell gives exclusive insight into the preparations and form of the three leading Saudi Arabian players competing at Royal Greens Golf & Country Club from Thursday’s European Tour eventSaud AlsharifForm“Saud played the most competitive golf in 2020 out of the three before the first lockdown hit. He won the Amateur prize in Bahrain on the MENA Tour, shooting a phenomenal 66 and also got into a playoff later on in the year in the Bahrain Amateur. It’s been really difficult coaching wise for all the National Team with the restrictions so I’ve been coaching him via Zoom and FaceTime remotely — sending video and training plans to keep him improving and...
February 02, 2021

The inside story on Saudi Arabia’s leading golfers

Paul Casey of England with the winner's trophy on the 18th green after the final round of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club on Sunday in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird)
Casey seals impressive Omega Dubai Desert Classic victory
DUBAI, UAE — Paul Casey superbly closed out his 15th victory on the European Tour with a confident four-shot win over Brandon Stone at the 2021 Omega Dubai Desert Classic.The Englishman carded a 2-under-par 70 at Emirates Golf Club to win with a 17-under-par total, well clear of South Africa’s Stone with Robert MacIntyre in third place on 12-under-par.“It’s very, very special,” said an emotional Casey after birding the 18th to put an exclamation point on the win. “The roster of past winners at this event is unbelievable and I’ve worked so hard. Dubai has been so good for the European Tour and for golf around the world, and this is so, so cool.”Casey began the final day one-shot clear of MacIntyre in the final pairing and the Scot quickly joined Casey at the top of the...
January 31, 2021

Casey seals impressive Omega Dubai Desert Classic victory

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