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Amanda Davies talking to McLaren driver Carlos Sainz.
Sainz reveals COVID-19 health fears as Formula 1 season gets set to start
In an interview with CNN Sport’s Amanda Davies, McLaren driver Carlos Sainz has revealed his health fears about the sport returning amidst the coronavirus pandemic.Speaking on Instagram Live, Sainz tells CNN “it would be a horrible feeling” if he was unable to race due to a positive COVID-19 test.Sainz also discussed Formula 1’s efforts to address diversity in the sport. When asked whether the drivers were considering taking a knee ahead of the first race of the season, Sainz admitted that they were "thinking about it."Having signed a contract with Ferrari during lockdown, Sainz speaks to Davies about whether he was surprised by the move and whether he’ll be speaking to his compatriot Fernando Alonso on what to expect from the Maranello-based team. The Excerpts:Sainz on...
July 02, 2020

Sainz reveals COVID-19 health fears as Formula 1 season gets set to start

The webinar organized by Dubai Sports Council (DSC) in collaboration with LaLiga,
‘Football industry will bounce back stronger from COVID-19’
DUBAI — Maite Ventura, LaLiga’s managing director for the Middle East and North Africa, is confident football will return resilient and stronger from the COVID-19 crisis.The head of Spanish football league’s MENA operations made the statement during a webinar, which was organized by Dubai Sports Council (DSC) in collaboration with LaLiga, and attracted 169 participants, including top officials from Spanish and Dubai football clubs.Titled “Football Clubs’ Strategy for Recovery Post COVID-19”, the webinar saw extensive discussions as the panelists shared their insights on the way forward for the football industry in the post COVID-19 world.As keynote speakers, Ali Omar, director of the sports development department of DSC, and Maite Ventura got the discussions started before...
July 02, 2020

‘Football industry will bounce back stronger from COVID-19’

Swiss Referee Manuel Navarro
SAFF appoints Swiss Navarro as director of referees department
RIYADH — The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) has issued a decision appointing Swiss Manuel Navarro as director of the referees department.This decision by the federation aims at hiring the best competencies in refereeing.Meanwhile, SAFF Secretary-General Ibrahim Al-Qasim and his assistant Ibrahim Al-Qabaa participated in the two-day virtual conference organized by the Asian Football Confederation for the secretaries general of member national federations of West Asia region. The conference reviewed the latest developments pertaining to soccer. — SPA
July 02, 2020

SAFF appoints Swiss Navarro as director of referees department

Tadej Pogaçar and Jan Polanc after their fine rides in the Slovenian National Time Trial Championships.
Pogacar storms to Slovenian time-trial championships win
SLOVENIA — Tadej Pogaçar put in a storming ride on home soil to claim gold in the Slovenian National Time Trial Championships. Pogaçar took the title while Jan Polanc claimed the bronze.The 21-year-old put in a blistering time of 31:10:48 on the 15.6km course, 9 seconds clear of runner-up Primoz Roglic (Jumbo Visma) who had claimed the road race title the previous week.Jan Polanc put in a brave ride to claim the bronze medal and end a strong week of competition in Slovenia.Pogaçar said, “After second place last week, coming back and taking the win felt really nice. It was a course I knew very well and we had trained a lot on it during the week.“Jan has showed his form is coming really good too. He worked hard last week for me in the road race and to get the bronze is really nice...
June 29, 2020

Pogacar storms to Slovenian time-trial championships win

DSC bring in personal trainer Schillaci for final training session ahead of virtual Pocari Sweat 10K Run
DUBAI — With the PocariSweat 10K Run taking place this Friday, Dubai Sports Council (DSC) have brought in renowned fitness trainer Marco Schillaci to give final-minute tips to participants.Schillaci will host a virtual coaching session on Wednesday, at 6 p.m. on DSC’s Instagram account, to prepare participants for the virtual race that is being organized jointly by DSC and Pocari Sweat.The PocariSweat 10K Run takes place on July 3, from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. Dubai time, and the event is open to participants of any age and ability from around the world.Participants are free to choose between a 5km and 10km run and are allowed to create their own unique fun course, making use of the indoor or outdoor space. They can even run on a smart or traditional treadmill.Registration for the Run...
June 29, 2020

DSC bring in personal trainer Schillaci for final training session ahead of virtual Pocari Sweat 10K Run

Liverpool players celebrate after being crowned Premier League champions, winning their first title in 30 years.
Liverpool lifts Premier League title for first time in 30 years
LONDON — Liverpool have been crowned Premier League champions, winning their first title in 30 years. Celebrations lasted late into the evening with red smoke engulfing the sky near Anfield Stadium despite limits on gatherings due to the coronavirus pandemic.The victory comes after Manchester City, ranked second in the league, lost to Chelsea 2-1, leaving Liverpool 23 points ahead. Liverpool have seven games left in the league, making them the earliest title winners in terms of matches.But they're also the latest title winners after the season was delayed for over three months due to the ongoing pandemic."I have no words, it's unbelievable. It's much more than I ever thought would be possible. Becoming champion with this club is absolutely incredible," said the...
June 26, 2020

Liverpool lifts Premier League title for first time in 30 years

 The 2020-2021 football season in the United Arab Emirates will kick off on Sept. 3 with the Arabian Gulf Cup, while the Arabian Gulf League will begin just less than a week later, on Sept. 9, the UAE Pro League said on Thursday night, adding that the Arabian Gulf League U-21 will follow two days later.
New UAE football season begins from Sept. 3
Saudi Gazette report ABU DHABI — The 2020-2021 football season in the United Arab Emirates will kick off on Sept. 3 with the Arabian Gulf Cup, while the Arabian Gulf League will begin just less than a week later, on Sept. 9, the UAE Pro League said on Thursday night, adding that the Arabian Gulf League U-21 will follow two days later.The announcement follows a series of coordination meetings with all stakeholders.The Pro League had held a meeting with the UAE Football Association (UAEFA), which was attended by representatives of the national teams committee and the competitions committee, on Sunday to discuss the new fixtures.Commenting on the development, Pro League board member and head of Technical Committee Hassan Taleb Al Marri said in a statement on Thursday: "In setting the...
June 26, 2020

New UAE football season begins from Sept. 3

 English golfer Justin Rose talks to CNN's John Riddell.
Rose: ‘I still feel safe competing at the Travelers Championship’
In an interview with CNN’s Don Riddell, English golfer Justin Rose spoke on health concerns surrounding the upcoming Travelers Championship and shared his thoughts on competing in the current climate.Despite several positive COVID-19 tests and withdrawals among players and caddies, Rose stated he felt “very safe” and backed the safety protocols being implemented by the PGA Tour.Rose conceded he didn’t know how any positive tests would result in the upcoming tournament being abandoned, but told CNN he believes golf has an advantage over other sports returning during the global pandemic.With the Travelers Championship scheduled to tee off without fans in attendance, Rose discussed competing without public support and the possibility of delaying events such as the Ryder Cup until...
June 25, 2020

Rose: ‘I still feel safe competing at the Travelers Championship’

FIFA is planning a museum in Zurich, with the focus of the project is the building of a football museum housing 3D animations, interactive games, trophies... everything a football fan could wish for.
‘The Virtual Pitch’ to open at FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich
ZURICH — The boundary between simulation and reality is becoming increasingly blurred. With virtual football growing in popularity daily, the FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich has decided to turn the spotlight on this global cultural phenomenon by opening a new exhibition area dedicated to the digital game’s technology and competitions as well as its accompanying lifestyle — from past, present and future perspectives. “The Virtual Pitch” will be open to visitors from July 16, 2020 as part of the permanent exhibition.“For some time now, eFootball has been a compelling part of the global football culture, with fans living out their passion for the beautiful game digitally in their hundreds of millions. The fascinating — and growing — interplay between the physical and...
June 24, 2020

‘The Virtual Pitch’ to open at FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich

Sports event resumes in Dubai.
DSC discusses upcoming sports events with federations and organizers
DUBAI — Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has been meeting with local and international sports federations, and event organizers to discuss organizing of sports events in the coming months.The Council has received official communication from a number of international sports federations, with request to host their events in Dubai as more and more host cities express their inability to host international sports events due to COVID-19 concerns.The Council has been in regular touch with federations and sports event organizers, through virtual channels, to discuss procedures and safety protocols for organizing sports competitions in accordance with the safety instructions of Dubai’s Supreme Committee for Crisis and Disaster Management, with the safety of everyone involved being of paramount...
June 24, 2020

DSC discusses upcoming sports events with federations and organizers

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