Design Sport

Alé and British Cycling reveal new partnership

News Desk 2 09/01/2025 0

Four-year agreement Alé, the renowned Italian cycling apparel brand, has signed a four-year agreement with British Cycling, becoming the official on-bike clothing partner. Under the partnership, Alé will provide high-quality cycling apparel for the entire Great Britain Cycling Team (GBCT),

Business Sport

Formula E and Google Cloud sign multi-year partnership

Arnold Pinto 09/01/2025 0

New milestone for electric motorsport Formula E and Google Cloud have unveiled a new multi-year partnership. The partnership combines cutting-edge AI and technology to propel the league into a new era. The collaboration starts with the groundbreaking GEN3 Evo era, marking a milestone in the ongoing transformation of electric motorsport. As part of this agreement, […]

Events Sport

2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge to speed off from Al Ain

Arnold Pinto 06/01/2025 0

New course route in Empty Quarter The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (ADDC), one of the world’s most popular off-road events, will hold its 34th edition from February 21 to 27, 2025. The rally will debut a new route in Al Ain, marking a significant shift for the event, which has traditionally started in Abu Dhabi. […]

Sport

Podium finish for Team Aprilia Tuareg Racing

News Desk 2 05/01/2025 0

At 2025 Africa Eco Race Team Aprilia Tuareg Racing celebrated a podium finish in the 2025 Africa Eco Race with Francesco Montanari’s impressive second-place result in the fifth stage, from Laayoune to Dakhla in Morocco. This positive outcome allowed teammate Jacopo Cerutti to reclaim the lead in the overall standings. The challenging fifth stage, 629.37km, […]

Automotive Sport

Toyota Gazoo Racing set for 2025 Dakar Rally

Arnold Pinto 28/12/2024 0

With a team of six crews Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) is gearing up for the ultimate endurance and skill test as the 2025 Dakar Rally approaches (January 3-17). The legendary race, renowned for its demanding nature and unpredictable challenges, will unfold across Saudi Arabia. Competitors will confront over 8,000km of treacherous terrain, including over 5,000km […]

Events Sport

Falcons triumph in World Tennis League Season 3 finale

News Desk 2 27/12/2024 0

A Game Changers team In a thrilling finale to World Tennis League Season 3, the Game Changers’ Falcons triumphed over the TSL Hawks 20-16 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. The victory marks a significant milestone for the UAE-based sports entertainment company in its inaugural season. The Falcons showcased their tenacity and skill throughout […]

Automotive Sport

M-Sport Ford Rally Raid Team set for 2025 Dakar Rally

Arnold Pinto 26/12/2024 0

With the Ford Raptor T1+ The M-Sport Ford Rally Raid Team is set to compete in the 2025 Dakar Rally with the Ford Raptor T1+. Widely regarded as the ultimate endurance test, the Dakar Rally challenges drivers and machines across harsh and unpredictable terrains, pushing them to their limits. In January, M-Sport will field a […]

Sport UAE

Game Changers debuts at World Tennis League

News Desk 2 17/12/2024 0

From December 19 to 22, 2024 Game Changers, a trailblazing global sports entertainment company, will make its historic debut at the World Tennis League (WTL) in Abu Dhabi. This marks a significant step in the company’s mission to boost the sports industry and contribute positively to global change. From December 19 to 22, 2024, the […]

Sport Sustainability

Paris 2024 host reveals sustainability strategy outcome

Dan Ngiam 16/12/2024 0

Key goals were met The Paris 2024 Organising Committee has revealed the success of its sustainability strategy, demonstrating a transformative approach to hosting the world’s largest sporting event while minimising its environmental impact.  From the outset of its bid to host the Games, Paris 2024 set out with the ambitious goal of delivering a more […]

Automotive Sport

FIA and Extreme H partner on off-road hydrogen racing world cup

Arnold Pinto 15/12/2024 0

Set to launch in 2025 The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and Extreme H have signed a non-binding agreement, formalising their collaboration to establish the FIA Extreme H World Cup framework. This ground-breaking initiative, the first-ever hydrogen-powered off-road racing series, is set to make waves in both the motorsport and automotive sectors. The

Crypto Sport

Crypto Fight Night delivers a knockout show

News Desk 2 13/12/2024 0

With a global tour in 2025 Crypto Fight Night (CFN) delivered an electrifying evening on December 6, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Boxing fans and blockchain innovators gathered for a spectacular event blending the worlds of combat sports and cutting-edge technology. Known for its unique fusion of boxing and blockchain, CFN again proved […]

Interviews Sport Sustainability

Udinese Calcio aims to kick off Middle East partnerships

Arnold Pinto 09/12/2024 0

From scouting to sustainability Udinese Calcio is a professional football club based in Udine, Italy. Established in 1896, the club plays in Serie A, the top tier of Italian football. Over the years, Udinese has built a solid reputation for producing talented players and consistently performing in Italy’s elite league. Middle East News 247 engaged […]

Automotive Sport

2 Formula E drivers step into sambaland gaiety

Dan Ngiam 08/12/2024 0

Ahead of race day start Ahead of the 2024/25 São Paulo E-Prix, two Formula E drivers traded their race suits for dancing shoes in a lively warm-up for the season opener. Sam Bird and Taylor Barnard, both from the Neom McLaren Formula E Team, embraced the vibrant culture of Brazil by trying their hands at […]

Interviews Sport

Reflo aims to be the world’s most significant sustainable apparel brand

Arnold Pinto 06/12/2024 0

With a big Middle East role Reflo, the London, UK-headquartered retail apparel and fashion brand, specialises in turning single-use plastic destined for landfill into contemporary technical apparel. At the same time, recycled coffee beans power the brand’s odour control technology. In October 2024, Reflo entered into a partnership with the Nissan Formula E Team,

Sport Web 3.0

Crypto Fight Night to entertain on December 6

News Desk 2 04/12/2024 0

With 2 major web3 influencers A highly anticipated crypto and combat sports event is set for December 6, 2024, in Dubai. Crypto Fight Night (CFN) will bring together two major web3 influencers for a thrilling showdown: Ansem, known as “The Solana Guy,” and BitBoy, whose real name is Ben Armstrong. The match has sparked significant […]

Sport

Lewis Hamilton experiences a commercial spaceflight training flight in Austin, Texas

Arnold Pinto 28/11/2024 0

Supported by IWC Schaffhausen Lewis Hamilton, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F 1 Team driver, has begun his quest to be a commercial human spaceflight mission member after years of dominating the Formula 1 circuit. With the support of Swiss watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen, of which he has been a brand ambassador since 2013, his dream of going […]

Health Sport

Qatar and WHO forge pathway for safer, healthier global sporting events

Dan Ngiam 27/11/2024 0

Part of Sport for Health initiative Building upon the groundbreaking experiences of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Qatar and the World Health Organization (WHO) have jointly unveiled a new report that provides valuable insights and a strategic framework for ensuring the health and safety of grassroots and mega-sporting events worldwide. The report, Changing the […]

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Sport

Abu Dhabi to host first-ever NFL event rewarding players in Bitcoin

Arnold Pinto 24/11/2024 0

Part of Bitcoin MENA 2024 The Bitball Flag Football tournament, the first-ever NFL event in which winners will be rewarded in Bitcoin, will feature some of the biggest names in American football when it is held at 7pm (GST) on December 10, 2024, at Al Nahyan Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Russell Okung, an 11-year NFL […]

Automotive Sport

HySE competes in Dakar 2025 with the HySE-X2

Arnold Pinto 13/11/2024 0

To tackle further technical challenges HySE (Hydrogen Small Mobility & Engine Technology Association) will participate in the Dakar 2025 rally, which will take place in Saudi Arabia from January 3 to 17, 2025. HySE will compete in the newly introduced ‘Mission 1000 ACT2’ category, first introduced at the Dakar Rally in 2024. The category is […]

Sport

DSBK Racing launches 2024-2025 Middle East Championship

News Desk 2 30/10/2024 0

Event held at Dubai Autodrome The roar of engines and the thrill of high-speed action marked the DSBK Middle East Championship 2024-2025 launch at Dubai Autodrome on October 26, 2024. The highly anticipated event provided racing fans and families with an exhilarating day, showcasing elite riders from around the globe. Notable figures, including Mahir Abdulkarim