Rahim Wins Squash Title At Ramadan Sports Festival

Doha: The men's squash championship, part of the 11th edition of the Ramadan Sports Festival 2025, concluded at Aspire Zone during the holy month of Ramadan. The matches were held at the squash courts inside Aspire Dome.

The tournament, which was held from March 5 to 10, witnessed intense competition among top squash players. Ziad Rahim emerged victorious, securing the championship title after defeating Ali Mansour 12-10, 11-9, 5-11, 11-4 in the final.

Both players delivered outstanding performances throughout the tournament. In the semi-finals, Rahim secured a thrilling victory against Asim Mirza in a five-set match (11-8, 7-11, 4-11, 11-0, 11-8), while Ali Mansour overcame Samiullah Sajid in four sets (11-7, 7-11, 11-8, 11-7).

The third-place match was another intense battle, where Samiullah Sajid defeated Asim Mirza in straight sets (14-12, 11-4, 11-8), earning the bronze medal.

The championship concluded on a high note, with an electrifying atmosphere and an enthusiastic crowd, reflecting the continuous growth of the Ramadan Sports Festival in Qatar. The event remains a key platform for supporting sports and providing local and international talents with opportunities to showcase their skills.

Round of 16 matches in the Embassies Football Tournament

Round of 16 of the Embassies Football Tournament is set to kick off today. The tournament, which began on March 3, will run until March 18 with matches taking place at Field 4 in Aspire Zone.

The upcoming round will feature intense matchups between embassy teams representing various nations. The first day's matches include:

Syria vs. Tunisia
Malaysia vs. Jordan
Mali vs. Algeria
Qatar vs. Somalia

Tomorrow will witness four more exciting matches:

Chad vs Spain
Ethiopia vs Eritrea
India vs Kenya
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Indonesia

Women's Handball Championship

The Women's Handball Championship will also commence today as part of the Festival at the Women's Sports Hall. The Championship will continue until March 15 and will feature a diverse selection of teams from local clubs and sports communities, competing in a vibrant and highly competitive atmosphere over four days to claim the championship title.

The event is expected to showcase high levels of skill and intense competition, highlighting the increasing focus on women's sports within the Ramadan Sports Festival. The Women's Sports Hall is fully equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to ensure an optimal environment for the participants.

This tournament represents an excellent opportunity to promote women's sports in Qatar and encourage female athletes to engage in physical activities during Ramadan. It also serves as a platform for showcasing their talents in the sport of handball.

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