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While they're nowhere close to the likes of Canada, Sweden, Finland, or the US, I find it encouraging that a country like Australia has managed to climb through a number of levels of hockey on the international stage. After all, this is a country who is thought mostly to be in a warmer weather climate by those of us north of the equator, but Australia will see temperatures plunge to near-freezing ...2025
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• PFL Announces Full Road To Dubai Champions Series Undercard Featuring Top Emirati Talents
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The Professional Fighters League (PFL), the fastest growing and most innovative... The post PFL Announces Full Road To Dubai Champions Series Undercard Featuring Top Emirati Talents appeared first on FightBook MMA....2024
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• After emotional victory, Rory McIlroy has his sights set on making more European history

Rory McIlroy poses with the Race to Dubai trophy. | Photo by Pedro Salado/Getty Images Rory McIlroy captured his sixth Race to Dubai title, but he has eyes on winning more in the coming years. Rory McIlroy continues to make history on the DP World Tour. He won his sixth Order of Merit title on Sunday, which matches the late, great Seve Ballesteros. But the Northern Irishman desires to be t...2024
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• Galacticoaster: Real Madrid World opens in Dubai
A Real Madrid theme park officially opened in the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday, with the LaLiga giants calling the destination "the world's first football club theme park."...2024
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• DP World Tour CEO longs for LIV Golf deal, and thus a different schedule in 2026

Rory McIlroy chats with Guy Kinnings, the new CEO of the DP World Tour at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. | Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images The newly minted boss of the DP World Tour, Guy Kinnings, hopes to see the DP World Tour in a much difference place in 2026. As the DP World Tour unveiled its 2025 schedule on Tuesday, CEO Guy Kinnings hopes the golf world looks much different...2024
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• Why does Rory McIlroy continue to play on DP World Tour? His lifelong goal tells all

Rory McIlroy smiles during the Pro-Am ahead of the 2024 Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. | Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images Despite the logistical challenges, Rory McIlroy continues to play on both the PGA and DP World Tours. He explained why in Abu Dhabi. Rory McIlroy is all but a lock to win a sixth DP World Tour Order of Merit, the award given to the season-long champion on the circu...2024
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• DP World Tour CEO longs for LIV Golf deal, and thus a different schedule in 2026
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• ‘Fight Island’ Returns! 22 Fun Tidbits, Facts & Storylines

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) travels to the Middle East this weekend (Sat., Oct. 26, 2024) for its super-stacked twelfth pay-per-view (PPV) event of the season, UFC 308, from inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In UFC 308’s PPV main event, newly-minted Featherweight kingpin, Ilia Topuira, makes his highly-anticipated first title defense against Baddest Motherf—ker (BMF)...2024
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• The Linc - “The Eagles now field what might be the most expensive offense in NFL history”

Photo credit: Brandon Lee Gowton for Bleeding Green Nation Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 5/23/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... 2024 NFL offseason: NFC teams’ best, worst deals, picks, more - ESPN+And yet, even acknowledging those facts, this still seems shocking. Barkley averaged 3.9 yards per carry last season and has a significant injury history, including a hi...2024
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• DP World Tour sends warning shot to players amid LIV Golf Promotions event

Keith Pelley (R), the commissioner of the DP World Tour, speaks with Jay Monahan (L), the commissioner of the PGA Tour, at the 2022 BMW PGA Championship. | Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images The DP World Tour has taken a much different stance than the PGA Tour as it relates to LIV Golf’s promotions event in December. The DP World Tour has fired some shots. In a memo sent to players Wednes...2023
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• Charles Oliveira Out, Alexander Volkanovski In Against Islam Makhachev At UFC 294
The main event of UFC 294 has changed. UFC President Dana White confirmed reports by that former champion Charles Oliveira was sidelined with an injury. In his place, Feathwerweight Champion Alexander Volkanovkski will step in on 11 days notice to compete against Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev in the main event of UFC 294. "The Volkanovski crew, him and Israel [Adesanya], these guys are abs...2023
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• New main event for this weekend after Moussa Gholam injury
Due to a training camp injury suffered by Moussa Gholam, undefeated Jordanian lightweight prospect Bader “The Master” Samreen (8-0, 7 KOs) has been elevated to the 10-round main event for this Saturday’s launch of the Rising Stars Arabia (RSA) series, the first of its kind in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Middle East… New main event for this weekend after Moussa Gholam injury T...2023
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• Undefeated Jordanian lightweight prospect Bader Samreen as a New headliner against Jose Paez Gonzalez in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Undefeated Jordanian lightweight prospect Bader “The Master” Samreen New headliner against Jose Paez Gonzalez Rising Stars Arabia boxing series launches this Saturday in Abu Dhabi, UAE ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (September 5, 2023) – Due to a training camp injury suffered by Moussa Gholam, undefeated Jordanian lightweight prospect Bader “The Master” Samreen (8-0, 7 KOs) […]...2023
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• Lionel Messi and PSG’s reported breakup, explained
Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images The suspension feels like the beginning of the end of Messi and Paris St-Germain The beginning of the end of the relationship between French soccer power Paris Saint Germain and star forward Lionel Messi seems to be underway. Messi will leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season. There are no doubts about that anymore.Behind the scenes, it’s ...2023
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• Team USA to host exhibitions vs. Greece, Germany in Abu Dhabi ahead of FIBA World Cup
Team USA will host Greece, and likely Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, in a historic exhibition game in Abu Dhabi in August, ahead of the 2023 FIBA World Cup. The Americans will play Greece — which, barring an injury in the NBA playoffs, will be captained by Antetokounmpo — on Aug. 18 and Germany on Aug. 20, USA Basketball announced in a news release Wednesday morning. These will be the firs...2023
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• Globetrotting Justin Meram enjoying stellar year for Columbus Crew, Iraq

LA Galaxy fell prey to VAR and a dominant performance from Columbus, despite two penalty saves from Jon Kempin. Justin Meram literally circled the globe during this most recent international window. To get from Columbus, Ohio, to Bangkok, the Crew SC and Iraq national team forward connected first through Atlanta, then Tokyo before finally landing in Thailand. From there, he flew to Amman, Jordan,...2017
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"Obviously, this was a big step in Australia's hockey history as they would host teams from Belgium, Israel, Netherlands, Serbia, and the United Arab Emirates while competing to move up to the IIHF Division I, Group B level."

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"The fight will take place in La Perle, Dubai, United Arab Emirates as part of a big event promoted by Rahul Suri."

2023
"Over the past couple of years we’ve seen the emergence of the United Arab Emirates and Middle East in boxing on the world stage."

2022
"Christian Pulisic became the first American player to lift the tournament trophy as Chelsea defeated Brazilian side Palmeiras 2-1 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on Saturday afternoon."

2021
"The United Arab Emirates will host two NBA preseason games next October in Abu Dhabi as part of a multiyear partnership with the league, sources told ESPN's The Undefeated."

2019
"Tan Cheng Hoe can now throw away his notes on Bert van Marwijk after the Dutchman was released from his duties with United Arab Emirates."

2018
"17-18 for the globetrotting series that began the season in February in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and competes in [."

2017
"Fatima Al Ali began in the United Arab Emirates and has earned her some ice time with the Washington Capitals."

2016
"Griffin has never played in an NBA regular-season game, but he enjoyed stints in Italy, Puerto Rico, Venezuela and the United Arab Emirates."

2015
"As part of the four-year agreement, starting with the current season, the United Arab Emirates-based broadcaster will telecast at least two MLS regular season matches per week, as well as the AT&T MLS All-Star Game, the MLS Cup Playoffs and MLS Cup, on the Abu Dhabi Sports Channels (Abu Dhabi Al Riyadiya and Abu Dhabi Al Riyadiya 2)."

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"The ex-France international says he could imagine ending his career in the United States, Qatar or the United Arab Emirates."

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• ‘Fight Island’ Returns! 22 Fun Tidbits, Facts & Storylines
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• PGA Tour regular season may be over, but plenty of golf in 2024 remains; here’s full schedule

Rory McIlroy at the 2023 Irish Open. | Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images Last week’s Tour Championship wrapped up the PGA Tour’s regular season in 2024, but so much golf is yet to be played. Scottie Scheffler won the Tour Championship by five shots last week, thus concluding the regular season on the PGA Tour. But plenty of golf remains. The remainder of the 2024 calendar year featu...2024
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• The Linc - “The Eagles now field what might be the most expensive offense in NFL history”
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• Saudi involvement in the NFL is inevitable, and it’s hurtling towards being a reality

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports A Saudi-owned NFL team could be closer than you think. The only thing the NFL fears is being left behind. Desperate to claim a place on the world stage and expand its influence, it was only a matter of time before the league would attract the attention of Saudi Arabia. Now we’re hurtling towards that becoming a reality. Two key news stories this week underscore h...2024
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• 7 best outfits at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships features a 64-player field, offering a fantastic display of tennis outfits this week in the United Arab Emirates. I’ve curated a list of my favorite looks from the WTA 1000 tournament and would love to hear your thoughts. While I’ve ranked them, each outfit stands out for its unique […]...2024
• Best Golf Courses in Bahrain (TOP Ranked)
Looking to play the best golf courses in Bahrain? GolfReviewsGuide.com picks out the top courses to play in the Bahrain. Bahrain is becoming an increasingly popular destination for golf enthusiasts as an alternative to the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Bahrain’s golf courses are diverse in their design and layout, offering experiences that… »Best Golf Courses in...2024
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• Tyrell Hatton quits PGA Tour; signs $63 million deal to join Jon Rahm and LIV Golf

Tyrell Hatton and Jon Rahm during the 2023 Ryder Cup. | Photo by Maddie Meyer/PGA of America/Getty Images Englishman Tyrell Hatton, currently the 16th player in the world, has signed a deal to join LIV Golf. After months of speculation, Englishman Tyrell Hatton has finally signed a deal. He will join Jon Rahm’s LIV Golf team, Legion XIII, and debut on the Saudi-backed circuit at its seaso...2024
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• Tommy Fleetwood turns down LIV offer, scoffs at millions to join Jon Rahm’s squad

Tommy Fleetwood and Jon Rahm embrace after winning the 2023 Ryder Cup. | Brendan Moran/Getty Images LIV Golf tried to lure Tommy Fleetwood, but the Englishman turned down a lucrative offer to join Jon Rahm’s team. Tommy Fleetwood is not heading to LIV Golf, unlike his Ryder Cup teammate Jon Rahm. In fact, LIV Golf offered Fleetwood “10s of millions” to join the Saudi-backed circuit, accord...2024
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• DP World Tour CEO longs for LIV Golf deal, and thus a different schedule in 2026
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• The 25th Season

As summer sets in on the other side of the equator, there's likely little thought being given to the AIHL right now. As you know, both Jason and I have thrown our collective fanship behind the Melbourne Mustangs of the AIHL, and we're hoping to see them rise to the top again like they did in 2023. With the Canberra Brave hoisting the Goodall Cup this past season, a number of teams will reload and ...2024
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• ‘Fight Island’ Returns! 22 Fun Tidbits, Facts & Storylines
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• Swiatek races into Dubai semi-finals while double faults cost Gauff

Cîrstea comes back from 2-6, 1-5 down to beat VondrousovaEvans brushed aside by Kokkinakis in third defeat to AustralianTop-seeded Iga Swiatek breezed to a 6-3, 6-2 win over Qinwen Zheng to reach the semi-finals of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in the United Arab Emirates.Swiatek saved all three break points she faced and broke Zheng three times to dispatch the Australian Open finalist ...2024
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• Tyrell Hatton quits PGA Tour; signs $63 million deal to join Jon Rahm and LIV Golf
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• Rory McIlroy debuts new TaylorMade driver ahead of DP World Tour Championship in Dubai

Rory McIlroy tees off on the first hole during the Pro-Am prior to the 2023 DP World Tour Championship. | Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images Since McIlroy has already won the DP World Tour’s Race to Dubai, he can test out a new driver during competition. Rory McIlroy has already won the DP World Tour’s Race to Dubai, so he is using this week’s DP World Tour Championship to test a new d...2023
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• Charles Oliveira Out, Alexander Volkanovski In Against Islam Makhachev At UFC 294
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• Boxing results: Bader Samreem stops Gonzales!
By Ken Hissner: At the Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Saturday over DAZN promoter Ahmed AM Seddiqi presented in the main event lightweight Bader Samreen, … read full story ← Boxing results: Bader Samreem stops Gonzales! @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Germany Beats Latvia 81-79, Will Play USA In Semifinals

Germany defeated Latvia 81-79 to advance to the semifinals of the FIBA World Cup where they will play the United States. The U.S. beat Germany 99-91 on Aug. 20 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Franz Wagner scored 16 points for Germany as they remained undefeated in the tournament. Arturs Zagars scored 24 and Davis Bertans scored 20 for Latvia....2023
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• The Linc - “The Eagles now field what might be the most expensive offense in NFL history”
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• Saudi involvement in the NFL is inevitable, and it’s hurtling towards being a reality
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• Tyrell Hatton quits PGA Tour; signs $63 million deal to join Jon Rahm and LIV Golf
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• Saudi Arabia’s Impact On Boxing Can’t Be Denied, But Is That An Entirely Good Thing?
By: Sean Crose In June of 1980 boxing superstar "Sugar" Ray Leonard lost his WBC welterweight title belt in a stunningly impressive battle against the already legendary Roberto Duran. The fight, an instant classic, went down at Olympic Stadium in Montreal. Less than six months later, a much improved Leonard regained the WBC title from Duran when Duran suddenly and inexplicably quit in the eighth...2023
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• NBA Brand Caravan Travels to Abu Dhabi With T’wolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves eagerly raised their hands to be part of the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games when the league came calling. Yes, it disrupted the traditional flow of training camp, and the logistics of taking 200 coaches, players, family members, executives, corporate partners and others to the United Arab Emirates capital required months of …...2023
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• Lionel Messi and PSG’s reported breakup, explained
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• Eric Griffin Arrested: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Community center and field dedication allows FC Dallas to show appreciation for origins of 2014 success
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• Christian Pulisic, Chelsea win FIFA Club World Cup
Chelsea continued Europe’s dominance at the FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday, claiming a first-ever trophy at the annual competition. Christian Pulisic became the first American player to lift the tournament trophy as Chelsea defeated Brazilian side Palmeiras 2-1 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on Saturday afternoon. It was the ninth-consecutive time that a ... Read more...2022
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• Moussa Gholam takes on Matias Rueda in Rising Stars Arabia debut card

Over the past couple of years we’ve seen the emergence of the United Arab Emirates and Middle East in boxing on the world stage. The region has hosted several big fights including Anthony Joshua-Andy Ruiz 2, Oleksandr Usyk-Joshua 2, Dmitry Bivol-Gilberto Ramirez and is set to do so again when Tyson Fury meets Francis Ngannou […] The post Moussa Gholam takes on Matias Rueda in Rising St...2023
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• Eric Griffin Arrested: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• NBA to hold Bucks-Hawks preseason games in United Arab Emirates

The NBA moved its 2017 All-Star Weekend from Charlotte because LBGT employees within the league didn't feel comfortable attending....2022
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• Helmand Alekozai vs Digari Mahesh set for WBC Middle East title
Helmand Alekozai will face Digari Mahesh from India on April 19, manager Trifon Petrov confirmed this morning. The eight-round bout will be for the vacant WBC Middle East title. The fight will take place in La Perle, Dubai, United Arab Emirates as part of a big event promoted by Rahul Suri. Alekozai (12-0, 5 knockouts)… Helmand Alekozai vs Digari Mahesh set for WBC Middle East title The...2024
• Anthony Edwards leads Team USA with 34 points vs. Germany to close out perfect FIBA exhibition run
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Team USA is entering the FIBA World Cup after a perfect exhibition season that ended with the toughest of tests. Germany has a roster with several capable NBA players and led the Americans by as many as 16 points in the third quarter Sunday, but a committed defensive effort and a couple of fine individual performances on offense were enough to lift USAB to a 99-91...2023
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• Bucks, Hawks to play preseason games in UAE

The Bucks and Hawks will play two preseason games in October in Abu Dhabi, the NBA's first games in the United Arab Emirates and on the Arabian Gulf....2022
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• After emotional victory, Rory McIlroy has his sights set on making more European history
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• All eyes on Abu Dhabi as McIlroy targets Race to Dubai repeat

The top 70 available players on the DP World Tour rankings are heading out to the United Arab Emirates this week as the European circuit’s 2024 schedule comes to a climax at the final two events of the season – the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship and the DP World Tour Championship. The post All eyes on Abu Dhabi as McIlroy targets Race to Dubai repeat appeared first on Golf News....2024
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• NBA to rename In-Season Tournament to Emirates NBA Cup after airline’s sponsorship
The NBA In-Season Tournament will now be known as the Emirates NBA Cup after the league and company announced a new multiyear deal that will include title sponsorship rights for the airline. Emirates will also have its logo on patches added to the jerseys of referees across the three leagues run by the NBA. Emirates is an airline run out of the United Arab Emirates and government-owned through a s...2024

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• Steve Kerr & Steph Curry Speak Out on Donald Trump Shooting
Former US president Donald Trump was the target of an assassination attempt on Saturday at a political rally and Team USA coach Steve Kerr and Steph Curry have spoken about the shocking turn of events. Team USA are in United Arab Emirates preparing for the Paris Olympics and Kerr was quick to condemn the actions […] The post Steve Kerr & Steph Curry Speak Out on Donald Trump Shooting ap...2024
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