Etihad Rail connects major freight terminal in Abu Dhabi to main network
UAE national rail network developer and operator Etihad Rail has connected a major freight terminal that is still under development to the network's main line.
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Max Verstappen hoping to end Monza struggles at Italian GP
MILAN: Formula One champion Max Verstappen is feeling unusually optimistic about his chances to finally get a good result at the Italian Grand Prix. Monza is the only circuit where Verstappen has never even finished on the podium, with the Red Bull driver’s best result being fifth in 2018. Verstappen did not even manage to finish the past two editions of the Italian GP at all, with his retirement last year coming after a spectacular crash with title rival Lewis Hamilton, who was also forced to abandon the race.
Algeria beat Morocco on penalties to take 2022 U-17 Arab Cup
Algeria won the 2022 U-17 Arab Cup after beating Morocco on penalties in the final at Abdelkrim Kerroum Stadium in Sig on Thursday night.
Premier League fixtures postponed to mark queen’s death
LONDON: All Premier League matches this weekend have been postponed as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, it was announced on Friday. The English top flight took the decision despite guidance from the British government that canceling sporting events was not compulsory during a period of national mourning. “At a meeting this morning, Premier League clubs paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II,” the Premier League said in a statement. “To honor her extraordinary life and contribution to the nation, and as a mark of respect, this weekend’s Premier League match round will be postponed, including Monday evening’s game.”
Amnesty warns FIFA over potential Saudi World Cup bid
Staging the 2030 men's World Cup in Saudi Arabia would be "virtually impossible" if FIFA correctly applies its human rights criteria to any bid it makes, Amnesty International has said. The Middle Eastern country, which has been widely criticised for its human rights record, is reportedly interested in hosting the centenary finals alongside Egypt and Greece.
Al-Shabab beat Al-Tai 4-0 to lead ROSHN Saudi League table
RIYADH: Al-Shabab defeated visitors Al-Tai 4-0 on Thursday evening at Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium in Al-Malaz to take the lead in the ROSHN Saudi League table after three rounds of the season.
Monaco Sports Group announces name change ahead of Formula E Season 9
RIYADH: Following the successful conclusion of Formula E Season 8 for Rocket Venturi Racing, Venturi Grand Prix has announced its transition to the Monaco Sports Group ahead of the imminent Gen3 car era.
World No. 1 Swiatek downs Sabalenka, seals US Open final showdown with Ons Jabeur
NEW YORK: World No. 1 Iga Swiatek defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to set up a US Open final showdown with Ons Jabeur on Thursday.