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Al Mishaykhi triumphs in Spark Championship main bout

MUSCAT: Oman’s Muneer al Mishaykhi claimed victory in the headline bout as the third edition of the Spark Fighting Championship concluded at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC), with 24 fighters competing...

Muneer al Mishaykhi celebrates after claiming victory in the main bout at OCEC.

Race for the U18 basketball league concludes today

For Salalah, Qaisar al Balushi scored 19 points. — Mousa al Balushi

Al Fayrouz re-elected as president of ITPF through 2030

(ITPF) has re-elected Mohammed bin Issa al Fayrouz as President for the 2026–2030 term. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani

Oman hosts successful third stage of "Arabians Tour”

Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidy, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth delivers the award to the winning UAE team. — Faisal al Balushi

Oman start Asian campaign with win over Indonesia

Oman and Indonesia players fight for the ball during the Asian Games Qualifier in Bangkok.

Nizwa, Salalah claim key U18 league victories

Salalah claimed an exciting 65-61 win over Al Amerat. — Mousa al Balushi

Mohammed al Saidi crowned Oman Individual Chess Champion 2026

Mohammed bin Khalfan al Saidi of Nakhal Club emerged as champion after collecting eight points at the end of nine rounds of competition. — Salem al Salhi

Lucky Boy shines in postponed fifth race at Al Rahba

The 21st horse racing event at Al Rahba Racecourse featured intense competition across nine races with strong participation from elite Arabian and Thoroughbred horses.

RCC dominate with five cups as HM Cup Festival ends

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MoCSY honours 550 athletes for 2025 achievements

The ceremony included formal recognition segments for national teams, clubs and individuals.

Sayyid Kamil to preside over HM’s Cup Festival closing today

‘Al Hurra’ owned by Said al Wahaibi clinched the top honours by recording the fastest time and first car of the Thanaya category at 12 minutes 54.70 seconds.

‘Hyalah’ tops evening races at HM’s Cup Festival in Barka

The evening programme consisted of four main rounds, where winners were awarded four cars and four icons, alongside financial prizes for the leading finishers.

OBA General Assembly highlights budget concerns, athlete development

The meeting was chaired by Abu Bakr bin Ahmed al Jahwari, OBA Vice-Chairman, and attended by Saeed bin Ahmed al Habsi, Acting Secretary-General, board members, and representatives of 21 clubs. — Saleh al Sharji

OHA General Assembly stresses wider participation, athlete development

Dr Marwan bin Juma al Juma, OHA Chairman, praised the cooperation shown by clubs in supporting the federation’s competitions and broader development efforts. — Hussein al Muqbali

'Iran will be at World Cup' and play in US: Infantino

FIFA's President Gianni Infantino (C) arrives to attend a friendly football match between Iran and Costa Rica, in Antalya, southern Turkey, on March 31, 2026. FIFA's president told AFP that Iran "will be at the World Cup" despite the Middle East war. (Photo by Adem ALTAN / AFP)

Volleyball clubs call for youth development centre at GA

The Oman Volleyball Association held its annual General Assembly with the participation of 22 clubs. — Shamsa al Harthy
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