Sat, 24 Oct 2026 03:59:04 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198416/sports/other-sports/jana-al-sharji-claims-historic-silver-at-san-jose-fencing-world-cup 3555038_298 copy 3555038_298 copy Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:40:25 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198401/sports/other-sports/qatar-germany-emerge-champions-at-cism-beach-volleyball Women's champions Germany, runners-up France and third-placed Sri Lanka pose on the podium. Women's champions Germany, runners-up France and third-placed Sri Lanka pose on the podium. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:27:12 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198399/sports/other-sports/al-sulaimi-fourth-al-shamsi-sets-personal-best-in-nagoya Rawan al Hasani (right) secured Oman’s first medal at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games on Wednesday, winning bronze in the women’s T53 wheelchair 100 metres in 22.49 seconds. Rawan al Hasani (right) secured Oman’s first medal at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games on Wednesday, winning bronze in the women’s T53 wheelchair 100 metres in 22.49 seconds. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:27:00 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198356/sports/other-sports/nine-shooters-hit-maximum-score-in-womens-rifle-contest Dhabiya leads the current standings, followed by Alia al Amri, Shahina al Maidan and Muzna al Balushi, with all four scoring 50 points. Dhabiya leads the current standings, followed by Alia al Amri, Shahina al Maidan and Muzna al Balushi, with all four scoring 50 points. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:22:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198144/sports/other-sports/tactical-battles-intensify-on-day-2-of-musannah-race-week Oman’s Khaled bin Yahya al Sarihi retained the Optimist lead, while Bahrain’s Dawood Abdullah moved to the top of ILCA 7. Oman’s Khaled bin Yahya al Sarihi retained the Optimist lead, while Bahrain’s Dawood Abdullah moved to the top of ILCA 7. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:52:54 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198143/sports/other-sports/omani-referees-selected-for-international-handball-events Al Zahraa al Maashari and Lamia al Saadi will officiate at the IHF Trophy for Youth, in Faisalabad, Pakistan, from November 4 to 9. Al Zahraa al Maashari and Lamia al Saadi will officiate at the IHF Trophy for Youth, in Faisalabad, Pakistan, from November 4 to 9. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:51:09 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198142/sports/other-sports/omani-sprinters-take-fourth-awlad-thani-fifth-in-shot-put Qusai al Rawahi and Taha al Harrasi finished fourth in their respective 100 metres events. Qusai al Rawahi and Taha al Harrasi finished fourth in their respective 100 metres events. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:49:59 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198139/sports/other-sports/oman-teams-reach-military-beach-volleyball-last-8 Oman and Germany players in action. Oman and Germany players in action. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:32:32 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198138/sports/other-sports/falcon-clinch-falcon-sur-cup-badminton The tournament saw a standout run from young Karthick CS, who won the Under 13, Under 15 and Under 17 boys’ singles titles. The tournament saw a standout run from young Karthick CS, who won the Under 13, Under 15 and Under 17 boys’ singles titles. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:30:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198072/sports/other-sports/al-hubaishi-reaches-shot-put-final-in-nagoya Members of Oman’s delegation at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan. Members of Oman’s delegation at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:31:08 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198071/sports/other-sports/oman-b-earn-their-first-championship-win Oman B players in action during their victory over France. Oman B players in action during their victory over France. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:29:24 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198070/sports/other-sports/omani-teams-claim-union-classic-treble Oman’s ice hockey teams claimed three titles at the 2026 Union Classic tournament in Abu Dhabi. Oman’s ice hockey teams claimed three titles at the 2026 Union Classic tournament in Abu Dhabi. Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:27:37 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198069/sports/other-sports/omans-sports-ambassadors-empower-schoolgirls Schoolgirls take part in the Sports Ambassadors programme workshops. Schoolgirls take part in the Sports Ambassadors programme workshops. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:26:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198067/sports/other-sports/intense-racing-at-mussanah-and-arab-womens-championships Actions from day 1 races Actions from day 1 races Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:22:11 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198009/sports/other-sports/karate-champions-crownded-oman-karate-champions Karate Champions Club celebrate winning the overall title at the 16th Oman Karate Championship. — Faisal al Balushi Karate Champions Club celebrate winning the overall title at the 16th Oman Karate Championship. — Faisal al Balushi Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:06:38 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198007/sports/other-sports/al-hubaishi-launches-omans-asian-para-games-campaign Oman’s delegation takes part in the opening ceremony of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan. Oman’s delegation takes part in the opening ceremony of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:01:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198006/sports/other-sports/musannah-unites-sailing-womens-empowerment Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:56:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198005/sports/other-sports/military-beach-volleyball-worlds-begin-in-muscat Oman B aginst Germany Oman B aginst Germany Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:55:14 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197926/sports/other-sports/eight-races-open-annual-horse-racing-season-at-al-rahba In the opening race, the Wadi Bani Khalid Stakes for locally bred Arabian horses over 1,600 metres, BM Al Mubtahij claimed first place. — Mohammed al Balushi In the opening race, the Wadi Bani Khalid Stakes for locally bred Arabian horses over 1,600 metres, BM Al Mubtahij claimed first place. — Mohammed al Balushi Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:51:49 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197890/sports/other-sports/oman-clinch-silver-medal-at-arab-volleyball-tourney Oman finished second with 11 points after recording four wins and one defeat. Oman finished second with 11 points after recording four wins and one defeat. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:38:20 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197889/sports/other-sports/second-camel-race-concludes-at-al-felaij-al-bashayer Dawood al Jahwari won the opening round of human rider races. Dawood al Jahwari won the opening round of human rider races. Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:36:40 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197887/sports/other-sports/85-horses-launch-omans-new-endurance-riding-season Oman’s 2026-27 endurance riding season got underway on Thursday with the first qualifying ride at Al Mahamid Endurance Village. — Asaad al Badri Oman’s 2026-27 endurance riding season got underway on Thursday with the first qualifying ride at Al Mahamid Endurance Village. — Asaad al Badri Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:31:40 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197846/sports/other-sports/utas-claim-university-3x3-basketball-title The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) claimed the title of the 2026 Higher Education Institutions 3x3 Basketball Championship. The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) claimed the title of the 2026 Higher Education Institutions 3x3 Basketball Championship. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:27:08 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197843/sports/other-sports/youth-handball-league-set-for-another-competitive-weekend Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:22:50 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197781/sports/other-sports/oman-weightlifters-claim-7-medals-at-arab Oman made an impressive haul of seven medals, including three golds, three silvers and one bronze. Oman made an impressive haul of seven medals, including three golds, three silvers and one bronze. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:17:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197780/sports/other-sports/oman-squad-heads-to-japan-for-asian-para-games The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games will take place in Japan from October 18 to 24. The Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games will take place in Japan from October 18 to 24. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:14:24 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197778/sports/other-sports/masirah-set-early-pace-at-club-bowling-league Players compete during the opening rounds of the 2026 Oman Clubs Bowling League at Seeb Bowling Centre. Players compete during the opening rounds of the 2026 Oman Clubs Bowling League at Seeb Bowling Centre. Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197691/sports/other-sports/oman-close-in-on-arab-volleyball-crown Action from Oman’s straight-sets victory over hosts Jordan, their fourth successive win in the tournament. Action from Oman’s straight-sets victory over hosts Jordan, their fourth successive win in the tournament. Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:38:11 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197690/sports/other-sports/al-amerat-dethrone-seeb-for-maiden-table-tennis-title Winners across the season’s singles and team competitions pose with officials at the closing ceremony in Bausher. Winners across the season’s singles and team competitions pose with officials at the closing ceremony in Bausher. Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:35:38 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197688/sports/other-sports/oman-unveils-18-school-sports-initiatives Officials attend the launch ceremony of the new school sports programme. Officials attend the launch ceremony of the new school sports programme. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:33:05 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197687/sports/other-sports/oman-sailfree-team-shines-at-2026-world-sailing-inclusion-championship The Oman SailFree team proudly represents the Sultanate of Oman at the World Sailing Inclusion Championship. The Oman SailFree team proudly represents the Sultanate of Oman at the World Sailing Inclusion Championship. Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:31:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197622/sports/other-sports/muscat-edge-closer-to-last-8-as-oman-club-dominate-youth-handball-league Al Ittihad and Masirah players compete for possession and Action from the Muscat vs Al Amerat match in the Youth Indoor Handball League. — Faiza al Balushi Al Ittihad and Masirah players compete for possession and Action from the Muscat vs Al Amerat match in the Youth Indoor Handball League. — Faiza al Balushi Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:53:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197621/sports/other-sports/omans-ice-hockey-teams-chase-top-honours-in-al-ain Oman fields five teams at the 2026 Union Classic ice hockey tournament in Al Ain, UAE. Oman fields five teams at the 2026 Union Classic ice hockey tournament in Al Ain, UAE. Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:41:48 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197620/sports/other-sports/41-referees-take-part-in-karate-classification-course Referees attend the karate training and classification course at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher. Referees attend the karate training and classification course at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher. Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:40:29 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197619/sports/other-sports/oman-handball-super-cup-set-for-november-8 The participating teams discover their routes to the Super Cup final. The participating teams discover their routes to the Super Cup final. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:39:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197531/sports/other-sports/oman-beat-kuwait-for-third-straight-win-in-arab-volleyball Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:25:45 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197530/sports/other-sports/four-clubs-remain-in-title-race-for-tt-team-tourney Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:20:47 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197529/sports/other-sports/30-coaches-complete-conditioning-course Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:18:16 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197453/sports/other-sports/oman-edge-saudi-arabia-for-second-win-at-arab-volleyball Oman on the attack against Saudi Arabia in Amman. Oman on the attack against Saudi Arabia in Amman. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:48:39 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197451/sports/other-sports/al-bashayer-had-claimed-their-fifth-oman The men’s match will renew the rivalry between Al Bashayer and Seeb, who shared the major domestic honours last season. The men’s match will renew the rivalry between Al Bashayer and Seeb, who shared the major domestic honours last season. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:45:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197403/sports/other-sports/oman-beat-algeria-in-arab-volleyball-opener Oman players block a smash from Algeria during their opening match at the 24th Arab Men’s Volleyball Championship in Amman. Oman players block a smash from Algeria during their opening match at the 24th Arab Men’s Volleyball Championship in Amman. Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:55:14 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197401/sports/other-sports/india-qatar-s-africa-among-nations-who-want-to-host-2036-olympics India Olympics2 India Olympics2 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:50:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197398/sports/other-sports/seeb-set-for-arab-basketball-challenge-in-beirut 5454 5454 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:44:39 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197364/sports/other-sports/super-cup-set-to-provide-early-test-ahead-of-gulf-championship Oman Club won the handball Super Cup in last edition. Oman Club won the handball Super Cup in last edition. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:09:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197363/sports/other-sports/womens-shooting-championship-to-begin-on-october-11 Mohammed al Maamari, Acting Director-General of OSC, said participation was expected to reach around 500 in each discipline. Mohammed al Maamari, Acting Director-General of OSC, said participation was expected to reach around 500 in each discipline. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:01:20 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197362/sports/other-sports/30-join-basketball-strength-and-conditioning-course The course comprises 25 training hours, combining theoretical lectures with practical sessions. — Ammar al Musafir The course comprises 25 training hours, combining theoretical lectures with practical sessions. — Ammar al Musafir Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:58:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197361/sports/other-sports/oman-likely-to-compete-in-3-sports-at-dakar-2026-youth-olympic-games Oman's young athletes are likely to vie in competitions including fencing, swimming and taekwondo at Dakar 2026. Oman's young athletes are likely to vie in competitions including fencing, swimming and taekwondo at Dakar 2026. Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:56:57 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197286/sports/other-sports/oman-face-algeria-in-arab-volleyball-opener Oman’s men’s national volleyball team during a training session ahead of the 24th Arab Men’s Volleyball Championship in Jordan. Oman’s men’s national volleyball team during a training session ahead of the 24th Arab Men’s Volleyball Championship in Jordan. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:18:22 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197283/sports/other-sports/oman-sailing-rises-to-asian-games-challenge Omani sailors showcase their skills against Asia’s leading crews in Japan. Omani sailors showcase their skills against Asia’s leading crews in Japan. Riad98999r@gmail.com (Riyadh Al Balushi) Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:11:20 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197233/sports/other-sports/oman-olympic-team-beat-tajikistan-in-muscat-friendly Oman Olympic team players in action during their 2-0 friendly win over Tajikistan in Muscat. Oman Olympic team players in action during their 2-0 friendly win over Tajikistan in Muscat. Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:33:05 +0400