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OMAN BODYBUILDING FLEXES ITS MUSCLES

MUSCAT, FEB 28The Oman Bodybuilding Committee (OBC) unveiled a new long-term strategy aimed at expanding participation and building a new generation of bodybuilders capable of competing at regional and international...

OBC Chairman Imad bin Saleh al Salti said the sport is entering a new institutional phase following the committee’s restructuring in last September 2025.

Strong start to Ramadhan Billiards and Snooker tourney

In the snooker competition, Shehzad Ghani secured an important 3–0 victory over Yousuf al Foori.

Ramadhan Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026

The event will feature Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships from March 12 to 14, from 9 pm to 1 am.

Thrilling contests mark 18th race at Al Wattayah

The event featured six competitive races across various distances and categories. — Mohammed al Balushi

Muscat University, OLA post wins at OLA tourney

The Oman Logistics Academy (A) team.

Oman Club go top as Muscat revive title race in Handball League

Muscat bounced back from their opening defeat with an emphatic 33–23 win over Nizwa. — Ammar al Musafir

Seeb clinch eighth straight volleyball Shield

Seeb players celebrate after winning the Ministry Shield. — Abdulwahid al Hamadani

Goals rain in sur as Ghazi tourney off to great start

Oman Post claimed a 3–1 win against Madayn.

Hodgkinson eyes breaking 800m outdoor record

Britain's Keely Hodgkinson celebrates after breaking the world record in the 800m women final at the Athletics meeting 'Hauts-de-France Pas-de-Calais' as part of the World Indoor Tour Gold, in Lievin, northern France on February 19. — AFP

Nizwa University, SQU open with convincing wins

The best player award being presented.

75 players compete in Ramadhan Billiards and Snooker Championships

The committee has allocated cash prizes for the top finishers in both championships.

Samayil cruise as Sur win, Dhofar–Sohar draw in JL

Samayil crushed Saham 4-0 at the Sohar Sports Complex as part of the 15th round of the Jindal Football League.

Muscat to host Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship in June

Muscat will host the 30th edition of the Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship from June 21 to 27.

Muthabir secures impressive victory for Royal Cavalry in Al Ain

Royal Cavalry's ‘Muthabir’ was ridden by jockey Abdulaziz al Balushi and trained by Ibrahim al Hadhrami.

Oman, Seeb triumph in Handball League 2nd round

Oman Club player in an attempt to score a goal.

Nizwa, Salalah share top spot in basketball league

Nizwa player controls the ball.
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