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Jana al Sharji claims historic silver at San Jose Fencing World Cup

MUSCAT: Oman’s Jana al Sharji claimed a historic silver medal in the Cadet Women’s Individual Épée event at the San Jose Fencing World Cup 2026 in Costa Rica, marking a landmark achievement for Omani fencing. The...

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Team finals to bring women’s bowling championship to a close

Fourteen teams will contest the team finals as the 18th Women’s Bowling Championship concludes at Fun Zone in Qurum on Wednesday.

SailFree enters a new era of international athlete development

Oman Sail and bp Oman sign an agreement to launch the third edition of the SailFree Programme.

Dhofar’s first full marathon to take runners across Salalah

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Oman steps up preparations for Asian Para Games

Sami al Sulaimi is also continuing his preparations following his participation in the Challenge Breton International in France.

Al Balushi finishes fourth in 200m final at Aichi Nagoya Asian Games

Ali al Balushi finishing fourth in the men’s 200m final.

Egypt crowned Oman Skate Ball champions

Egypt were crowned champions after defeating Saudi Arabia 5-3 in the final.

Oman shine with two wins at international skate ball

Egypt and India players in action.

Ohashi lights up home Asiad with world record

Japan's Shin Ohashi competes in the final of the men's 200m breaststroke swimming event during the 2026 Asian Games at the Tokyo Aquatics Centre in Tokyo on September 24, 2026. (Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / AFP)

Oman Optimist team shines at Arab sailing in Jeddah

Oman was represented by five young sailors – Khalid bin Yahya al Suraihi, Mohammed bin Sulaiman al Balushi, Mohammed bin Zeyad al Qasmi, Al Khalil bin Ibrahim al Fouri and Elyas bin Maher al Khodhouri – who produced a series of impressive performances throughout the event.

Oman basketball season tips off in October with five competitions

Oman’s 2026–27 basketball season will tip off in mid-October, with five competitions for men, women and youth teams.

Oman skate ball international tournament opens in Ibri

Oman made a commanding start to the tournament, defeating Iraq 9-0 in the opening match.

Oman Youth Handball League to begin with six matches

The Oman Youth Handball League for the 2026-27 season will get underway on Friday, with 12 clubs.

Qatar Foundation, Wilton Park call for global action on sport and social development

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Oman Sports Channel unveils extensive Khaleeji 27 coverage

The channel will telecast five television and digital shows alongside live match coverage.

Oman fencers impress as mixed shooting team out at Asian Games

Oman's Jana al Sharji progressed to the Round of 16 but was defeated by the South Korean fencer Lim Taihe.
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