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Oman wrap up Dubai camp ahead of Asia Cup Pre-Qualifiers

MUSCAT: Oman’s national basketball team concluded their external training camp in Dubai on Monday as they enter the final stage of preparations for the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers First Round. The camp, which...

Oman players during a training session in Dubai ahead of the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers.

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

Ambusaidi joins training programme with Germany’s Osnabruck Club

The programme provides Ahmed bin Salim Ambusaidi, handball coach of Nizwa Club, with the opportunity to engage directly with high-level players and coaches.

Bahja, Al Baher, Mashoosh shine at HM’s Cup Festival

Al Baher, owned by Salim al Madhoushi, recorded the fastest time of 7:32.20 in the evening races for over 5 km.

Oman Individual Chess Open 2026 heats up after 4th round

The general club championship saw varying levels of performance, with intense competition in the second, third and fourth rounds.
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