MUSCAT: Oman’s national beach handball team has intensified its preparations in Sanya, China, ahead of the 6th Asian Beach Games. The team is competing in the preliminary round, opening against Mongolia, followed by matches against Qatar, Thailand, Maldives, Bangladesh, Jordan and concluding the group stage against Pakistan.
In recent days, the team has played several friendly matches as part of its final preparation phase. Head coach Hamoud bin Salim al Hasani has focused on technical, tactical, and skill-based training, alongside detailed analysis of opposing teams to enhance performance and correct mistakes before competition begins.
Team manager Ishaq al Balushi emphasised that Oman’s participation represents an important step in strengthening the country’s sporting presence at the Asian level. He highlighted the fully integrated administrative and logistical setup, which has been designed to ensure optimal conditions for all national teams. This includes coordinated arrangements for accommodation, transport, nutrition, and continuous medical and recovery support, all managed in close cooperation with the event organisers.
Oman is competing in five sports at the Games, which feature 1,790 athletes from 45 Asian Olympic committees across 14 sports and 61 events. The national teams have also been training on the official sand venues to adapt to playing conditions that differ from those at home, aiming to maintain Oman’s strong reputation in beach sports.
Meanwhile, the host city of Sanya has confirmed full readiness to stage the continental event, which is regarded as Asia’s premier beach sports competition. The Games will feature extensive cultural and tourism programmes alongside the sporting events, as well as a large-scale opening ceremony showcasing artistic performances.
Organisers report strong public interest and high ticket demand, reflecting the growing popularity of beach sports in Asia and the significance of the event as a platform for sporting, cultural, and economic exchange across the continent.
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