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n overview of the local sports scene, including Qatar’s Sports Federations A and Olympic Committee

Sports Events August – November 2020

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Sports Activities A full listing of clubs, societies and activities for adults and children, from Archery to Watersports

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Qatar National Theatre

Hamad Ambulance Al Bidda Hospital Wyndham

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Queen Medical Centre

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Royal Hall

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Appletree Nursery

Al Rayyan Security Dept

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Philippine School of Doha

Al Messila Resort & Spa

Al Rayyan I/C

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Al Jazira Al Arabiya St

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Qatar Guest Centre

Imam Mohd Ibn Abdul Wahab Honda

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Jarir Hu Bookstore

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Al Shaqab

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Al Hazm

Khalifa St

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Al Rayyan Municipality Food Centres

Doha College Al Wajba

Doha Metro Network

Makkah St

Education City St Al Rayya

Chef’s Garden

EC Golf Club

Gate 5

Doha Exhibition Centre

SEK Doha College WB Campus

West Bay Al Meera

Jasi m B

Mathaf

Makkah St

Al Shaqab

Chouiefat

Institut Francais du Qatar

Omar A

Starﬁsh Lane Kids

Omar Bin Al Khattab

Swiss International

Newton

Al Khafji St

Onaiza St

Qatar Nat’l Library

EC Stadium 2022

CCQ Boys

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Al Gharrafa I/C

Gate 2 Oxygen Park

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Madinat Khalifa

Immigration Dept

Al Luqta St

Education City

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Compass QNCC Qatar

Car Park

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Al Wajba

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Al Ghaf St

Jelaiah Complex

Qatar Canadian School

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Education City Premier Inn

Japan School

Mall of Qatar

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Al Khafji St

Al Gharrafa Sports Club

13. Qatar Foundation Headquarters

Celebration Hall

Riviera Gardens

Al Rayyan Stadium 2022

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Qatar Veterinary Centre

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Academic Bridge Program (ABP) Al Shaqab Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) Ceremonial Court Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) Education City Golf Club Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) Mosque Multaqa (Student Center) Northwestern University in Qatar (NU-Q) Oxygen Park Qatar Academy Doha (Primary School)

Doha Sports Park

QIPCO

Qatar University

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Doha Shooting Club

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Qatar Petroleum District

Duhail Water Pumping Station

Doha Festival City

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EMBASSY LOCATIONS

Fox Hills North

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Qatar Petroleum District

Qatari Diar

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Katara Towers

Marina

Marina District

Staybridge Suites Doha Lusail Katara Hospitality

Doha Sports Park

QIPCO

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Ritz-Carlton

Grand Mondrian Hyatt

Legtaiﬁya Lagoon

Qanat Quartier

Hilton The Pearl

Legtaifiya

Abraj Quartier

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Institut Francais du Qatar

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CCQ Boys

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Four Points by Sheraton

National Museum of Qatar

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Alwadi

Msheireb

Souq Waqif

Saraya

National Museum

Ras Abu Aboud Stadium 2022

Doha Marriott

Sharq Village & Spa

d St

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Bin Mahmoud

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Mercure Al Safa

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Premier Inn Capital Al Liwan Police Concorde Jarir Bookstore

t d S

Rawdat Al Khail St

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ng Rd

Kahramaa Water Project

Airport (49) I/C

B Square Mall

MegaMart

Bangladesh

Mauritania

Belarus

Mexico

Belgium

Moldova

Morocco

Bosnia & H

Nepal

Brazil

Netherlands

Brunei

Niger

Bulgaria

Nigeria

Burkina Faso

Oman

Canada

Pakistan

Palestine

Chile

Panama

China

Paraguay

Peru

Croatia

Philippines

Cuba

Poland

Cyprus

Portugal

Djibouti

Romania

Dom. Rep.

Russia

Ecuador

Senegal

Serbia

Eritrea

Singapore

eSwatini

Somalia

Ethiopia

South Africa

France

Spain

Gambia

Sri Lanka

Georgia

Sudan

Germany

Sweden

Ghana

Switzerland

Greece

Syria

Hungary

Tajikistan

India

Tanzania

Indonesia

Thailand

Iran

Tunisia

Iraq

Turkey

Italy

Uganda

Ivory Coast

Ukraine

Japan

United Kingdom

Jordan

United States

Kazakhstan

of America

Kenya

Uruguay

Korea (S)

Venezuela

Kosovo

Vietnam

Al Jasra Al Bidda Mohd Bin Jasim Mushaireb Barahat Al Jufairi Old Al Ghanim Al Souq Wadi Al Sail Arumaila, Armeilla Al Bidda Abdul Aziz Al Doha Al Jadeeda Old Al Ghanim Sharg Zone/ Al Hitmi/Al Rufaa Sharg Zone/Slata Doha Port Wadi Al Sail Al Rumeila, Armeilla Bin Mahmoud Bin Mahmoud Rawdat Al Khail Al Mansoura/ Bin Derhem Najma Umm Ghuwailina

28 Sharg Zone/ Al Khulaifat 29 Ras Bu Abboud 30 Duhail 31 Umm Lekhba 32 Madinat Khalifa (N) 33 Al Markhiya 34 Madinat Khalifa (S) 35 Kulaib 36 Al Messila 37 New Al Hitmi/ Bin Omran Hamad Medical City 38 Al Sadd 39 Al Nasr/Al Sadd Al Mirqab Al Jadeed 40 New Slata 41 Nuaija 42 Al Hilal 43 Al Maamoura, Nuaija 44 Nuaija 45 Old Airport 46 Mesaimeer/ Al Thumama 47 Al Thumama 48 Doha Int'l Airport 49 Hamad Int'l Airport/ Banana Island

51 Al Gharrafa/ Bani Hajer 52 Al Luqta/Lebday Old Al Rayyan/ Al Shaqab 53 New Al Rayyan Muaither, Al Wajba 54 Al Soudan, Mehairja, Muraikh, Luaib, Baaya 55 Al Soudan, Al Waab 56 Bu Hamour, Mesaimeer, Ain Khaled 57 Industrial Area 60 Al Dafna 61 Al Dafna, Al Gassar 62 Lekhwair 63 Onaiza 64 Lejbailat 65 Onaiza 66 Legtaiﬁya, Onaiza 67 Hazm Al Markhiya 68 Jelaiah, Al Tarfa 69 Al Egla 70 Wadi Al Banat, Al Ebb Rawdat Al Hamama

Legend

Ras Bu Fontas

Barwa Village

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Birla

Free Zone

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Malaysia

F Ri

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Ansa

Ras

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ng Rd

F Ri

Al Meera

Air Force I/C

Najma

Barwa City

Lulu Hypermarket

Azerbaijan

Hotel

Hospital

Mosque

Shopping Mall

Bookstore

Religious Complex

Cultural Landmarks

Sports Stadium

Petrol Station

Government Ofﬁce

School, College, Club

Veterinary Clinic

Housing Complex

Club

Sub-station

Auto Dealer

Restaurant

Non-stop Expressway

Health Centre

Road Interchange

New Interchange

Umm Besher I/C

Sub-station

Ayyo

Pak Shama

26 27

Abu

New I/C

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

daill

Al Fa

Masaken Mesaimeer

Religious Complex

Ansar Gallery Nissan

Um h Al Weteyyat I/C m Al A Le kh h m a d C orridor ba I/C – H amad Int’l Airport

Kahramaa Awareness Park

Kings College

Sub-station

Thumama 2022

Drainage Dept

HIA T1

Airport Trafﬁc Supreme American Division Education Academy Council

Medical Commission

Concourse C

Naﬁe St

Sa ba

ue a afw

Ras Abu Funtas Power Station

Al Wakra

Newton British Academy

Bu Ras

Funtas St Celebration Hall

Newton Int’l Academy

Soud Bin Abdulrahman Street

pr Ex ay

Al Wukair

Al Wukair I/C

Ezdan 3

Najm a Stre

Al Wakra Sports Club

Vision International

Doha British Al Meera

Al Janoub Stadium 2022

Public Beach

Souq Al Wakra Hotel

Souq Al Wakra Ezdan Mall

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ukai

Al W

Al Wakra Hospital

Al Wakra

Mesaieed Road Hamad Port

Al Jabal St

Souq Al Wakra

Park

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Ezdan 10

Noble International School

GEMS Grand American Hypermarket Academy Ezdan 7 Pharmacy Ezdan 8

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Ezdan 5

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Ezdan 4 Ezdan 6

Al Meshaf I/C

akra Al W

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Mesaimeer I/C

Safari Mind Institute

Oryx Airport Hotel

Oqba Ibn Nafie

Shoprite

Zaks Uniform Store Ideal Indian

Qatar Ind Tech QDC

Berlitz

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Oqba Bin

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 14 15 16 17

Hamad International Airport

Airport

E Ring

E Ring Rd

Doha Mall Al Jazeera Academy

Montezine

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The Mall IAID

Qatar Red Crescent

Tank Farm

Immigration

Park House

Al Ahli Sports Club

s Me

Summit KG

Elder Tree Nursery

LuLu

Regency Kahramaa Halls

Air

Newton Int’l

Little Academy

2526 Najma St

pre

D Ring Rd

German School Doha

Pak Education Centre

Austria

Full details of Qatar’s districts and zones on gisqatar.org.qa

Ras Bu Abboud

Abu Baqr

Al Doha Al Jadeda

41 42

Macedonia

(zones comprise one or more districts, some of which are listed below)

C Ring Rd

Libya

THE ZONES OF DOHA

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Amiri Diwan

Grand Hamad

Jawaan

16 23 14 15 27

La Cigale

Liberia

Australia

Banana Island by Anantara

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Armenia

Doha Port

Museum of Islamic Art

S leej

Al Sadd

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Joaan

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Vet Surgery

A l K ha

Al Sadd St

Bin Ma

Al Asmakh Mall

mad Su h aim Bin Ha

Suites

Avenue Millennium Royal Plaza

Sheraton

11 12 2 17 22 13 34 5 6 17

White Palace

Hospital

Wyndham Grand Regency

Argentina

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NCCCR Rumailah Women’s Heart Hamad Ambulance Al Bidda

Warwick AIA

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Hotel Park

Al Bidda Park

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Four Seasons

Katara The Pearl-Qatar Lagoona Mall Al Bidda Park Souq Waqif Qatar National Museum Grand Mosque QNCC Al Shaqab Mathaf Museum

Al Mourjan

Qatar National Theatre

Fire Station

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MoI HQ

mm ha Mo

Al Fu

Marriott Hotel Sharq Village & Spa Fisherman’s Wharf Museum Of Islamic Art The Corniche Orrie Oryx City Center-Doha Hotel Park Hilton Hotel InterContinental Hotel

Hilton

GPO

Corniche

Ona

Bi med Ah

37 Medical

DECC

St da Bid Palm

Al Co rn ic

20 10

Town Centre

Khalifa Tennis & Squash Complex Barzan

Nissan Civil Defence Al Ahli Hospital

City Center Retaj Doha Rayyan

Tornado Tower

Qatar Sports Club

Al Jazeera

DOHA HOP-OFF BUS SIGHTSEEING ROUTE stops at

Diploma

Newton

West Bay

Volvo

QBS QTV

InterContinental

rea

Qatar uest Centre

lM uk ht ar

St Regis

The Gate

Imam Mohd Ibn Abdul Wahab Honda

Lebanon

El Salvador

The Pearl-Qatar

A tic

Al Jazi Gardens

iya r kh Ma

Edison

Floresta Gardens

Beach

Onaiza St

Viva Bahriya

Sedra Arjaan Residences by Rotana Perlita Gardens

5/6 I/CO Arches ma

Al Hazm

Medina Centrale Novo Cinemas

SEK Doha College WB Campus

West Bay Al Meera

Kyrgyz Rep

Costa Rica

Al Qassar

lM uk ht ar

Kanga’s Pouch

Porto Arabia

Beach

Doha Exhibition Centre

The PearlQatar

Porsche

Ronautica

Water taxi service 31 Boat trips/hire

Newton

Al Khafji St

Lusail St

21 High St

Lycee Wadi Rawd a n St Voltaire

Al Ghaf St

La Cr

Diplomatic Club

Katara

Oyster

St on

14 15

ette ois

Lusai lS

Ministry of Education

Marsa Malaz Kempinski

Beach

oi La Cr sette

Lagoona Mall

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Kuwait

Algeria

C. African Rep

Doha Golf Club

Albania

Benin

QNTC MOCI

Shafallah Centre

wton

Lusail Marina

Afghanistan

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Sports in Qatar Sports Federations, Associations and Committees • Air Sports • Athletics • Basketball • Billiards and Snooker • Bowling • Boxing and Wrestling • Chess • Cricket • Cycling and Triathlon • Equestrian • Fencing and Weightlifting • Football • Golf • Gymnastics • Handball

• Karate, Judo and Taekwondo • Motor and Motorcycle • Paralympic • Rugby, Cricket and Hockey • Sailing and Marine Sport • Shooting and Archery • Sports for All • Women's Sports • Swimming • Table Tennis • Tennis, Squash and Badminton • Volleyball

Sports Facilities

Qatar Olympic Committee Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) was established in 1979 to oversee sports events and subsequently became members of the International Olympic Committee, the Olympic Council of Asia, and the Arab Sports Games Federation. QOC merged some national federations in December 2016, and in January 2017 Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani was re-elected President of the QOC for 2017–2020. QOC marked its 40th anniversary in March 2019 with a gala dinner celebrating its achievements and successes. QOC runs several campaigns to engage residents in keeping fit and healthy, including National Sport Day on the second Tuesday of February each year – one of only a few countries to hold such a public holiday – as well as events for schoolchildren and the promotion of women in sport. olympic.qa

Aspire Zone Foundation (AZF) D3 Activities, sports medicine, research and education. Facilities include Aspire Dome, Aspire Park, Hamad Aquatic Centre, Khalifa Stadium, the Ladies Sports Hall and Ladies Club, tracks and playing fields. AZF runs the community sports initiatives Aspire Active, Step Into Health and Namat. 4413 8188, aspirezone.qa Aspire Academy Applied sports science support to student‑athletes; hosts international sports stars using the facilities. 4413 6570, aspire.qa Aspetar The first specialised orthopaedic and sports medicine hospital in the Gulf region, offering treatment for injuries. 4413 2000, aspetar.com Other sports faciities include: • Asian Town Cricket Stadium • Doha Golf Club • Doha Sports Park • Education City Golf Club • Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex • Losail International Racing Circuit • Lusail Olympic Shooting Range • Qatar Racing & Equestrian Club Checked & Updated June 2020

Previous international sporting events include • Tour of Qatar (men's and women's cycling) • 15th Asian Games (2006) • AFC Asian Cup (2010) • 12th Pan Arab Games (2011) • FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) (2014) • Men’s Handball World Championship (2015) • AIBA World Boxing Championships (2015) • UCI Road World Championships (2016) • FIG Artistic World Gymnastics Championships (October 2018) • 2019 IAAF World Championships (28 September) Annual international events • Commercial Bank Grand Prix of Qatar (MotoGP) • Commercial Bank Qatar Masters (golf) • IAAF Diamond League (athletics) • Longines Global Champions Tour (equestrian) • Qatar Classic Squash Tournament • Qatar ExxonMobil Open (ATP tennis) • Qatar Ladies Open (WTA tennis) • Qatar Table Tennis Open Coming up: • 2022 FIFA World CupTM • 2023 FINA World Aquatics Championships

Get Involved! Also in this section: Sports Activities has a list of clubs and classes to join, while the Sports Calendar has an overview of events. Make sure you keep up to date with all the latest news – visit marhaba.qa, subscribe to our newsletter, and follow us on social media. m ©

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Sports Events Calendar This is just a selection of sports events – to have yours listed, email marhaba@qatar.net.qa Events are subject to a change of dates/cancellation due to COVID-19. See daily updates at marhaba.qa and follow the advice of the Ministry of Public Health.

August 2020 Ongoing

Bogeys & Eagles Golf Society Currently the course is open to members and members' guests only, and there are no gatherings at the end of play, so prizes will be given out the following week. Each week has a different format. There is also the Marriott Marquis night golf series. ecgolf.com

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Equestrian sport: Race meetings at Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club, every Wednesday and Thursday afternoon, until the end of April. qrec.gov.qa

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Qatar Football Association (QFA) Action from the domestic football season has restarted, with the country's top teams in the QNB Stars League. The season will be completed between 24 July and 26 August 2020. qfa.qa, qsl.qa

7 onwards Equestrian sport: Longines Hathab – Qatar Equestrian Tour The competition resumes to finish the 2019–20 season. Hathab means 'canter' in Arabic, and is an initiative of HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of the Qatar Olympic Committee. The event is organised and hosted by Qatar Equestrian Federation and Al Shaqab. No spectators are allowed, but fans can watch all the action live on Al Kass TV. hathab.qa

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DGC US Open 2020 Sign up as soon as possible to take part in the Doha Golf Club US Open Championship, a full handicap competition – men will be playing from the white tees, ladies from the red tees. dohagolfclub.com

14 Sept – 2020 AFC Champions League and AFC 3 Oct Cup The Qatar Football Association (QFA) is the host Member Association for matches from the group stage to the semi-finals for the West region. For match details and schedule, visit the-afc.com/competitions

October 8 – 10

FINA Swimming World Cup 2020 #4 Launched in 1988, the event brings together worldclass swimmers for a series of two-day meets organised between August and November each year. The circuit has rounds in the Middle East, Europe and Asia with a total prize money of USD2.5 mn up for grabs. At Hamad Aquatic Centre. fina.org

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4th Qatar Men's ITF World Tennis Tour The tour is the entry-level for men's professional tennis, between the ITF Junior World Tennis Tour and the elite levels. Results are incorporated into the ATP Ranking, allowing professionals to earn prize money while progressing to the ATP Challenger Tour and the ATP Tour. At Khalifa Tennis and Squash Complex. qatartennis.org

Motor Sport: Qatar Baja 2020 Round 4 At Losail International Circuit. qmmf.com

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Qatar Classic A welcome return of the PSA Men's Squash Tour to Doha. At Khalifa Tennis and Squash Complex. qatartennis.org

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ECGC Masters Education City Golf Club invites players to take part in this thrillling competition. Green speeds will match the Augusta National to give a true golfing experience, and a Green Jacket to call your own! Claim Green Glory and the title of ECGC Masters Champion – register at ecgolf.com

DGC The Masters 2020 A full handicap competition at the Doha Golf Club US Open Championship – men will be playing from the white tees, ladies from the red tees. dohagolfclub.com

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Qatar International Show Jumping Championship Organised by Qatar Equestrian Federation. Venue to be confirmed.

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FEI Jumping World Cup 2020–21 The International Federation for Equestrian Sport (FEI) is bringing one of their most prestigious, world-class competitions to Doha. For venue details and ticket information, visit fei.org

Motor Sport: Qatar Baja 2020 Rounds 5 and 6 At Losail International Circuit. qmmf.com

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Al Rayyan International Show Jumping Championship Organised by Qatar Equestrian Federation. Venue to be confirmed.

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Upcoming Events

6 – 17 Dec Qatar T10 League – Cricket Similar to Twenty20 cricket but only 10 overs per side and with six teams. Organised by the Qatar Cricket Association in collaboration with International Pro Event, and approved by the International Cricket Council (ICC). At the cricket stadium in Asian Industrial City. 23 – 28 Marriott Marquis Qatar Pro-Am Registration Mar 2021 is now open for this CPG sanctioned event at Education City Golf Club. ecgolf.com 1 – 18 FIFA Pan-Arab Tournament An invitational Dec 2021 competition for men’s national teams from Africa and Asia, with home-based players only and be played outside the International Match Calendar. It will allow organisers to use the same facilities as those proposed for the World Cup in 2022. fifa.com m M78 AUTUMN 2020 ©

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Marhaba updates this section every issue, but as information may change, check with the organisation concerned for up to date details. If your organisation is listed on these pages and you need to amend your entry, or if you would like to be included in future issues, let us know by emailing marhaba@qatar.net.qa. Locations can be found on the map of Doha at the front of the guide. Also see: • Leisure Activities in Discovering Qatar section for dance classes, fishing, and motor sports clubs • Hospitality in Qatar for a complete list of hotels and their fitness facilities • Health and Wellness in the Health and Beauty section for wellness, Pilates and yoga 3 An activity for children or one that children can participate in – check first for any age restrictions

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Bowling

Qatar Flying Club Al Khor. For newcomers or for those who already hold a licence, also sightseeing tours. 4457 1491, qatarflyingclub.net

Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 8-lane bowling alley with authentic American diner. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3

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Gondolania Bowling Center Villaggio D2 12‑lane bowling alley. Open Saturday to Wednesday 9 am – 11 pm, Thursday/Friday 9 am – midnight. 4403 9800, gondolania.com 3

Dynamic Sports Multiple locations For adults and children. 7744 3124, dynamicsportsqa.com 3 Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Floodlit court. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3

Basketball Evolution Sports Qatar Multiple locations Coaching programmes for children aged 4+. 4407 6772, evosportsqatar.com 3 Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Floodlit court. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3 SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations Classes for children aged 3+. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3

Qatar Bowling Center D4 32-lane bowling alley. Open Sunday/Monday/Wednesday/Saturday 9 am – midnight, Tuesday 9 am – 3 pm ladies only/3 pm – midnight open to all, Thursday 9 am – 2 am, Friday 8 am – 6 pm leagues/6 pm – 1 am open to all. 4432 9178, qatarbowlingcenter.net 3 Strike Bowling Alley Winter Wonderland at City Center-Doha C4 8-lane bowling alley. Open Saturday to Wednesday 10 am – 9 pm, Thursday 10 am – 11 pm, Friday 1 pm – midnight. 4493 3355, citycenterdoha.com 3

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Clay Shooting Lusail (Al Ramii) Shooting Club Near Losail International Circuit Target ranges are open Saturday to Wednesday 4 pm – 8 pm. 4495 3114, qsaa.qa

Cricket MS Dhoni Cricket Academy Asian Town Cricket Stadium F3 Modern coaching and development programmes. 5527 1909/5501 7739, absolutesportsqatar.com 3 Qatar Cricket Association QOC Building, Al Dafna C4 Oversees domestic and international games, offers training and development programmes. 4494 4941, qatarcricketassociation.org 3 Stallions Cricket Academy Multiple locations Coaching programmes and events for adults and children. 6603 5569, stallionsqatar.com 3

Cycling Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Explore the island by hiring a bike or Segway. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Qatar Chain Reaction (QCR) Multiple locations A volunteer branch of the Qatar Cycling and Triathlon Federation open to all road and mountain bike riders. Friday morning rides, weekday track nights at Losail International Circuit (when available), and more. qatarchainreaction.com Qatar Cycling and Triathlon Federation Near College of the North Atlantic‑Qatar B3 Organises regular rides and road races, individual and team races, mountain-biking and time-trials. 4447 5522, qatarcf.org Qatar Cyclists The only official club in Qatar. See their Facebook page for details

Darts Doha Darts League Doha Rugby Club D3 The league runs from October to March. Join the Facebook group for details

Fencing Clement Fencing Academy Lycee Voltaire Al Waab D3 and Al Dafna B4 Training for ages 4 to adults, also after school activities and French language sessions (French is the official language of fencing). Classes are available for those in wheelchairs using specially adapted chairs, under the Definitely Able initiative run by Sasol. 7751 2469, clementfencing.com 3

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Fitness Classes and Gyms For dance and zumba see Leisure Activities, (Discovering Qatar); for Pilates and yoga see Health and Wellness (Health and Beauty) Altitude Elite Marina 50, Lusail City A4 Flexible personalised training for peak performance. 5085 5825‬, altitude.qa Alwadi Hotel Doha, MGallery by Hotel Collection D4 Personal training and TechnoShape body slimming sessions at M|Fit gym. 4009 9999, alwadihoteldoha.com Anytime Fitness Multiple locations Daily fitness and yoga classes. 4414 4999 (Al Muftah Plaza), 4469 7215 (Al Wakra, ladies), 4411 1999 (Al Wakra, men), 4411 4999 (Mall of Qatar), anytimefitness.qa 3 Aspire Active Aspire Zone D2 Hundreds of classes for men, women, and children aged 6 months+. Registration form and schedule are available online. aspireactiveqa.com 3 B/Attitude Spa Doha at Beverly Hills Towers C4 Fitness classes, yoga and pilates, and spinning. See the online monthly schedule. 4412 2046, battitudespadoha.com 3 Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 TRX and personal trainer on request. Call first for availability. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com Bounce Fitness Multiple locations Bootcamp, martial arts, yoga and gymnastics for adults and children. 5061 1266, bouncefitness.com.qa 3 Centara West Bay Hotel & Residences Doha B4 Fitness centre, yoga/aerobics studio, kids club and two swimming pools. 4009 5555, centarahotelsresorts.com/centara/cwq 3 Contours Express Near the Indonesian Embassy D3 Women's and kids gym, daily fitness and dance classes. 4464 1540, mygym-qatar.com 3 CrossFit Oryx Doha College D3 Classes and open gym. 5080 5705, crossfitoryx.com Curves for Women Multiple locations Fitness in 30 minutes! 4469 9955 (Al Waab), 4421 7755 (Duhail), 4455 2477 (Nuaija), curvesme.com Dana Club C4 Aquarobics, aerobics and HIIT including ladies only classes and Jump Gym for kids. 4496 0600, danaclub.com.qa 3 Dynamik QA Porto Arabia, The Pearl-Qatar B4 Mansoura D4 Fitness, yoga/pilates and martial arts classes, male and female gyms, juice bar, spa and salon. 4444 3381 (The Pearl-Qatar), 4436 6479 (Mansoura), dynamikqa.com

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Evolution Sports Qatar Multiple locations Daily EvoFit classes: boxercise, bootcamp, teenfit, Metafit/HIIT and more. Must be aged 16+. 7783 9559, evosportsqatar.com 3

Cenfit gym, Centara West Bay Hotel & Residences Doha

Evolve Multiple locations Fitness classes and swimming at several hotels and spas, personal training and nutritional advice. See the online schedule. 5040 3234, evolvemindbodysoul.com 3 Fit20 West Bay Al Bidda Street (previously Majlis Al Taawon Street) C4 One 20-minute training session per week. 5057 0350, fit20.qa First Fit Training Multiple locations Martial arts, tennis, gymnastics, football and more for adults and children aged 3+. 3300 0779, fftsports.com 3 Fitness First City‑Center Doha C4 Fitness classes and separate male/female gyms. 4411 5999, qatar.fitnessfirstme.com Four Seasons Hotel Doha C4 Calisthenics and circuit training. Schedule changes monthly, call first. 4485 8888, fourseasons.com/doha Grand Hyatt Doha B4 CrossFit, aqua gym, Tae Bo and core training. Booking essential. 4448 1060, doha.grand.hyatt.com 3 InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Daily bodypump, bootcamp, CrossFit and Burn. See the online schedule. 4484 4828, doha.intercontinental.com InterContinental Doha – The City B4 Bodypump, Latino Cardio and EMS (Electro Muscular Stimulation). Schedule changes weekly, call first. 4015 8888, intercontinental.com/dohathecity Mandarin Oriental, Doha D4 TRX and Queenax studios, personal training. 4008 8888, mandarinoriental.com/doha Marsa Malaz Kempinski The Pearl–Qatar A4 Daily boot camp and abs classes. 4035 5152, kempinski.com/marsamalaz OxFitness Lab The Gate Mall C4 Comprehensive health checks, bespoke training and nutritional programmes for members. 4020 6430, oxfitnesslab.com

Sharq Village & Spa D4 Fitness classes, spinning, yoga and holistic health. Call ahead for schedule. 4425 6185, ritzcarlton.com/sharqvillage The Diplomatic Club B4 Unisex and ladies only gyms, fitness classes and recreation facilities. 4484 7450, thediplomaticclub.com 3 The Ritz-Carlton, Doha A4 Boot camp, bodypump, abs/core, circuits, teen fit and more. See the online calendar; booking essential. 4484 8173, ritzcarlton.com/doha 3 The St. Regis Doha B4 Classes and personal training for guests and members. 4446 0304, stregisdoha.com 3 The Strongbox and CrossFit Quwwa Multiple locations CrossFit, conditioning and personal training. 5050 2954, strongboxqatar.com The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa D4 WestinWORKOUT classes include circuit training, stretching, abs, HIIT and personal training. 4492 1682, westindoha.com W Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Fully equipped gym with punchbags and boxing gloves. 4453 5555, blissdoha.com

Football Aspire Zone Foundation D2 Five-a-side pitch with FIFA quality artificial turf and foam shock pad underlay. Open daily 4 pm – 11 pm. Book online at booking.aspirelogistics.qa, lifeinaspire.qa 3

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Personal training and aquacise. Free daily stretching classes for club members and hotel guests. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3

Ability Friendly/Inclusive Sports Qatar Foundation Multaqa C2 Sunday – Thursday, small group sessions available for anybody with a disability or special need, ages 5+. 4454 0772, abilityfriendly@qf.org.qa 3

SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations Mixed, ladies only and children's classes. See the online calendar for up to date schedule. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3

Doha Pearl Academy Doha Sports Park, Doha Golf Club B3 Qatar’s first QFA-approved private football academy for children aged 3+, with league games for adults. dohapearlacademy.com 3

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Evolution Sports Qatar Multiple locations Coaching programmes for children aged 3+. 4407 6772, evosportsqatar.com 3 Garvey's European Family Club Off Salwa Road E3 Grass 5‑a‑side football pitch, Monday 5‑a‑side leagues. 5583 0475 SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations For children aged 3+. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3

Frisbee Qatar Ultimate Frisbee Games Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Check first for confirmation of meetups. sites.google.com/site/qatarulti, see their Facebook page for details 3

Gaelic Football Qatar GAA Multiple locations Male, female and children's teams, playing 9-a-side games with 12 players. Games are seven minutes long, with 10 minute finals, as per the Middle East GAA County Board Rules. There are also hurling teams. qatargaa.qa 3

Golf Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Nine‑hole putting course. SNAG (Starting New At Golf) is suitable for all ages. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Doha Golf Club B3 18-hole championship course, a nine-hole floodlit academy course, putting and chipping greens and world-class practice facilities. Individual and group coaching available by PGA professionals from the Qatar Golf Academy. The New Golfer Membership offers everything needed to get started, including equipment. Open daily 6 am – 9 pm. 4496 0715, dohagolfclub.com 3 Education City Golf Club C2 33 holes of golf: The 18 hole Championship course, the 6 hole Championship course and the 9 hole par 3 course. Designed by Jose Maria Olazabal, the course is open to members and guests. It features a clubhouse and a Centre of Excellence golf development facility along with a driving range installed with Power Tee automated teeing system and TrackMan technology. Learn golf with PGA professionals; bespoke golf packages for children, women and groups. The 9 hole par 3 course is floodlit for night golf. Open daily 6 am – 8 pm. info@ecgolf.com, membership@ecgolf.com, ecgolf.com 3

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Gymnastics and Trampolining Bounce Inc Tawar Mall C3 Indoor trampoline park, plus training classes, free jumping, dodgeball and more, for adults and children aged 3+. 4408 6500, bounce.qa 3 SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations Gymnastics classes for children aged 2+. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3 The Gymnastics Academy Multiple locations For gymnasts of different abilities, aged 3+. Follows the British Gymnastics floor and vault syllabus but also trains on bars, beams and trampolines. gymacademydoha.com 3

Hockey Doha Hockey Club Multiple locations Welcomes players of all levels keen to play social hockey. Join the Facebook group for details Wanderers Hockey Qatar Field hockey in Qatar since the 1970s. bosco_menezes@hotmail.com

Horse Riding Lessons and Camel Rides Al Samriya Riding School Al Samriya Estate, next to Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani's farm near Al Sheehaniya. Lessons for adults and children, pony club, trails and events. Visit the café and shop with equestrian items. 5070 9521, alsamriyariding.com 3 Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort Enjoy a leisurely horse or camel ride along the beach. 4476 5299, sealinebeachqatar.com 3

Ice Hockey and Ice-Skating Gondolania Ice Arena Villaggio D2 Olympic size rink. Figure skating and ice hockey classes, also tots skating and bumper tubes. See the online schedule for public sessions. 4450 7873, gondolaniaicearena.com 3 Qatar International Ice Hockey League Villaggio D2 A fun, recreational league with organised games. qhockey.com Winter Wonderland City Center-Doha C4 Full-size ice rink. Open Saturday to Thursday 10 am – 10 pm, Friday 1 pm – 10 pm. 4493 3355, citycenterdoha.com 3

Kids Clubs Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Kids and Teens' Clubs offering a safe environment with fun and games, movies and books. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3

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Evolution Sports Qatar Multiple locations Training camps offering football, swimming, rugby and basketball. For ages 2+. 4407 6772, evosportsqatar.com 3 InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Tennis competitions, sports days and much more – an extensive range of activities and seasonal events. 4484 4828, doha.intercontinental.com 3 SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations Gymnastics, robotics, football, basketball, Zumba, and martial arts classes. For ages 3+. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3

Lacrosse Qatar Lacrosse Association Multiple locations Training and events for all ages. Member of the Federation of International Lacrosse. qatarlacrosse.com 3

Martial Arts and Boxing B/Attitude Spa Doha at Beverly Hills Towers C4 Daily Muay Thai for all levels and ages. 4412 2046, battitudespadoha.com 3 City Centre Rotana Doha C4 Kickboxing classes, booking required. 4445 8686, rotana.com Evolve Multiple locations Boxing and Muay Thai workouts. 4407 6772, evolvemindbodysoul.com 3 InterContinental Doha The City C4 Kickboxing, boxing, taekwondo, karate for kids. Schedule changes weekly, call first. 4015 8888, intercontinental.com/dohathecity 3 Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Karate classes Thursday/Saturday at 3:30 pm for adults and children aged 6+. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3 SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations Kickboxing, karate and taekwondo for adults and children. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3

Yama Yoga Studios Asas Twin Towers, Al Dafna C4 Tai chi classes and workshops. 5572 1728, yamayogastudios.com

Multipurpose and Family Clubs Aspire Zone Foundation D2 Public fields open daily 8 am – 9 pm. Football fields and basketball and volleyball courts are free to use on a first come, first serve basis. Also paddle boats, cycling tent and mini pitches. lifeinaspire.qa 3 Dana Club C4 Basketball, mini‑football, table tennis and volleyball facilities for members and their guests. 4496 0600, danaclub.com.qa 3 Doha College Al Waab D3 and West Bay C3 Facilities for hire include multipurpose sports halls, 3G pitches, external basketball court and swimming pools. 4407 6777, dohacollege.com 3 Garvey's European Family Club Off Salwa Road E3 Gym/fitness rooms, squash court, swimming pool, and more. 4450 5176 3

Netball Evolution Sports Qatar Multiple locations For adults and children aged 8+. 4407 6772, evosportsqatar.com 3

Rock Climbing Doha Climbers Climbs take place every week at Zekreet. Join the Facebook group for details

Rugby Doha Rugby Football Centre Near American School of Doha D3 Teams for men, women and children. Training takes place Saturday to Wednesday, for first and second teams, veterans, ladies and kids. doharfc.com 3 Mandarin Oriental, Doha

Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel C4 Shotokan karate and aikido for adults and children. See the online monthly schedule. 4485 4600, fitness.sheratongranddoha.com 3 Sharq Village & Spa C4 Tai chi. Call ahead for schedule. 4425 6185, ritzcarlton.com/sharqvillage The Korea Taekwondo Centre Al Muthana Complex, Salwa Rd D3 Daily from 3 pm (except Friday). For adults and children aged 5+. 4465 9066, see the Facebook group for details 3 The Ritz-Carlton, Doha A4 Thai kickboxing and body boxing. Booking essential. 4484 8173, ritzcarlton.com/doha M78 AUTUMN 2020 ©

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Running, Athletics and Triathlon Doha Athletic Club Multiple Locations Founded by Liz McColgan Nuttall, former middle- and longdistance track champion. The Adult Run Club holds indoor circuits and outdoor running sessions. The Junior Group is for ages 9 – 18, the Mini Group for ages 6 – 9. 6605 1263, dohaathleticclub.com 3

InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Classes Sunday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday. 4484 4828, doha.intercontinental.com Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel C4 Daily classes (except Monday/Thursday). See the online monthly calendar. 4485 4600, fitness.sheratongranddoha.com

Doha Bay Running Club Multiple locations Informal group, meeting weekend mornings and weekday evenings. Open to beginners and experienced runners alike. Join the Facebook group for details

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha A4 Daily classes (except Thursday). See the online calendar; booking essential. 4484 8173, ritzcarlton.com/doha

TriClub Doha Multiple Locations Training, events and socialising for local triathletes of all levels and ages. The season begins each September. triclubdoha.com 3

Aspire Active Aspire Zone D2 Classes for men, women and children. Registration form and schedule are available online. 4413 6219, aspireactiveqa.com 3

Sailing Regatta Sailing Academy Katara Beach B4 Royal Yachting Association and International Award training centre. Sailing and powerboating certification courses for adults and juniors. School programmes, corporate activities and yacht charters upon request. 5550 3484, 3363 2515, regattasailingacademy.com 3

Scuba Diving and Snorkelling Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Scuba diving and diving courses for everyone from beginners to experts; also RAID certification and snorkelling. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Doha Sub Aqua Club (DSAC) Between Doha Marriott and Sharq Village & Spa hotels D4 Qatar's British Sub Aqua Club. Diving trips, training and social events. Meets every Tuesday at 7 pm. See their Facebook page for details Pearl Divers–Qatar Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street D3 PADI training, tuition, equipment rental and tank filling. 4444 9553, pearl-divers.com Poseidon Dive Center Hilton Doha C4 A full range of recreational PADI courses, professional and technical dive training, and Rebreather courses and programmes. 6608 4040, pdcqatar.com 3 Qatar Marine Go Sport, City Center‑Doha B3 Courses, diving excursions and specialist services. 5531 9507, qatarmarine.net

Spinning Fitness First City Center‑Doha C4 Separate daily classes for men and women. 4411 5106, qatar.fitnessfirstme.com

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Ability Friendly/Inclusive Sports Qatar Foundation Recreation Center C2 and Al Khor Recreation Center. Sunday – Thursday, 1:1 classes for all levels, from beginner to advanced. Available for anybody with a disability or special need ages 4+. 4454 0772, abilityfriendly@qf.org.qa 3 Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 100m long pool, water slides, and a surf pool with lessons available from professional instructors. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Dana Club C4 SwimSafe academy for adults and children. 4496 0600, danaclub.com.qa 3 Doha Dolphins Multiple locations Learn‑To‑Swim for adults and children; technical development for ages 6 – 12. 6617 0911, qmotion.com.qa 3 Evolution Sports Qatar Multiple locations Extensive coaching programmes for children. 4407 6772, evosportsqatar.com 3 Four Seasons Hotel Doha C4 Three grotto pools and two family-friendly pools with water slides. 4485 8888, fourseasons.com/doha 3 Freestyle Aquatics at Aspire Aspire Dome Swimming Pool D2 Swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving for people with special needs and disabilities. For more information and to register, contact programme founder Kathleen Bates at tryfreestyle@gmail.com, tryfreestyle@aspirelogistics.qa, facebook.com/freestyleaquatics2012 3 Grand Hyatt Doha B4 Three outdoor pools, two children's pools, one indoor pool for adults. 4448 1060, doha.grand.hyatt.com 3 H2O Swim Club Multiple locations Competitive and leisure programmes, for adults and children aged 8 months+. 5564 1475, h2oswimclub.com 3

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InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Adults’ and children’s individual and group swimming lessons. 4484 4828, doha.intercontinental.com 3 Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha C4 Classes in a chlorine free indoor pool; booking required. 4496 6410, movenpick.com/west-bay-doha 3

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Tennis classes daily except Sunday from 2 pm. Tennis and squash courts available for general use. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3 Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort Floodlit tennis court. 4476 5299, sealinebeachqatar.com 3

Oryx Rotana Hotel D4 Courses and lessons for children of all levels and abilities. 4402 3485, rotana.com/oryxrotana 3

SFQ Sports Academy Multiple locations Tennis classes for adults and children aged 2+. 6622 2962, sfqsportsacademy.com.qa 3

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Aquacise Sunday and Thursday at 8:30 am. Private swimming lessons available. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3

Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel C4 Tennis and squash courts, lessons, mixed and ladies tennis socials. 4485 4600, fitness.sheratongranddoha.com 3

Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel C4 Lessons for children. 4485 4600, fitness.sheratongranddoha.com 3

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha A4 Tennis and squash courts, lessons available. 4484 8173, ritzcarlton.com/middleeast 3

The Diplomatic Club B4 Classes for adults and children. 4484 7450, thediplomaticclub.com 3

The St. Regis Doha B4 Lessons and court hire for adults and children aged 12+. 4446 0304, stregisdoha.com 3

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha A4 Indoor Junior Olympic pool, outdoor freeform pool. Classes for all ages. Call first for availability of instructors. 4484 8173, ritzcarlton.com/middleeast 3 The St. Regis Doha B4 Olympic-sized pool and children's pool for use by guests and members only. 4446 0304, stregisdoha.com 3

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa D4 Two squash courts for hire. 4492 1682, westindoha.com 3 Radisson Blu, Doha

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa D4 Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, outdoor wave pool and outdoor children’s pool. Lessons for adults and children. 4492 1682, westindoha.com 3

Tennis and Squash Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Synthetic grass court, lessons available. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Dana Club C4 Two indoor tennis courts, individual coaching. Members only. 4496 0656, danaclub.com.qa 3 First Fit Training Multiple locations For adults and children age 4+ of all abilities. 3300 0779, fftsports.com 3 InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Tennis and squash lessons for adults and children, also tennis socials every Sunday and Friday 6 pm. 4484 4828, doha.intercontinental.com 3 Khalifa Tennis & Squash Complex C4 Tennis courts available for hire by the hour; advance booking required. The tennis school offers training for children aged 5 – 15 years, while players aged 15+ can join private groups. 4440 9666, qatartennis.org 3

Volleyball Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Beach volleyball. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha D3/4 Floodlit court. 4428 1621, radissonblu.com/en/hotel-doha 3

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Water Sports For fishing see Leisure Activities in the Discovering Qatar section Angry Dragons Qatar Katara Beach B4 and The Pearl‑Qatar B4 New and seasoned paddlers always welcome. See their Facebook page for details AquaSports Qatar Multiple locations Kayaking in Al Thakira mangroves and other locations, stand up paddle boarding and kiteboarding. Events and private parties. 6696 3494, aquasportsq.com 3 Banana Island Resort Doha By Anantara C5 Stand up paddle boarding, banana boat rides, surf pool, donut rides, water bicycles, kayaking, and the HamacLand Floating Lounge. 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com 3 Discover Arabia Adventure tours at Al Thakira nature reserve, educational programmes for schools, mangrove planting and environmental clean-ups. Also kayaking, snorkelling and overnight camps. See their Facebook page for details 3

InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences B4 Jetskis, tubes, wakeboarding, kitesurfing and stand up paddle boarding. 4484 4828, doha.intercontinental.com 3 Katara Beach B4 Waterskiing, kneeboarding, parasailing, jetskis, boat and gondola rides, sailing and kayaking. Entrance is free, however to use the inflatable games all visitors over the age of 6 need to purchase a Day Pass from the cashier points at Beach Number 3, Gates 1 and 5. Beach opens at 9:30 am, last entry at the weekend is 9:30 pm; swimming is not permitted after sunset. Please observe the dress code when visiting. 4408 1985, katara.net 3 Marsa Malaz Kempinski The Pearl–Qatar A4 Knee boarding, kayaking, pedal boat and paddle boarding. 4035 5152, kempinski.com/doha 3 Q-Explorer Multiple locations Mangrove kayaking, jet ski tours of Doha's Corniche, scuba diving and more. Events for schools and corporates, also private parties. 4472 5146, q-explorer.com 3

Discover Qatar The destination management division of Qatar Airways and partner of Qatar National Tourism Council offers tours and excursions with sun, sea and sand. 4423 7999, discoverqatar.qa 3

Regatta Sailing Academy Katara Beach B4 A Royal Yachting Association training centre offering numerous activities, available for corporate events and parties. 5550 3484, 3363 2515, regattasailingacademy.com 3

Doha Dragons Qatar Katara Beach B4 Doha's first dragon boat team. Paddling session dates and times change with the time of year and weather. Equipment is provided and new members are always welcome. See their Facebook page for details

Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort Day visitors can use the pool areas and beach; activities include jet skis and banana boat rides. 4476 5299, sealinebeachqatar.com 3

Flokiteschool Multiple locations Kitesurfing lessons for adults and schoolchildren. 3315 5628, flokiteschool.com 3

The St. Regis Doha B4 Jet skis, speed boats, sunset boat rides, banana boat and donuts, and waterskiing. 4446 0304, stregisdoha.com 3 m

Grand Hyatt Doha B4 Banana boat rides, jet skis, kayaking, pedal boats and stand up paddle boarding. 4448 1060, doha.grand.hyatt.com Checked & Updated June 2020

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FEATURE

See You in 2022! By Sarah Palmer The most exciting sports event in the world draws ever closer! Find out all the latest about how Qatar aims to host the biggest and best competition in FIFA history.

Al Bayt Stadium, host of the opening match

he event: how Qatar came to be hosts It seems so long ago since the rights to one of the biggest global sporting events were awarded to Qatar!

The story started in March 2009 when a bid team was officially put together to apply for the hosting rights to the event in 2022. A match between Brazil and England in November of that year gave international fans a taste of how Qatar was capable of successfully hosting major sporting events. The Bid Book was submitted in May 2010 containing hundreds of pages detailing every last part of Qatar's bid, supplemented with endorsements and testimonies from local and international sports associations and personalities. On 2 December 2010 FIFA announced that the hosting rights had been given to Qatar, the first time that the event has been held by an Arab nation and only the second time in Asia, following Japan/South Korea in 2002. The whole country was justifiably ecstatic about the win, with proud citizens and expatriates coming together to celebrate. The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC) was formed in April 2011 to oversee the mammoth task of planning and developing the infrastructure required to host the tournament in what is geographically the smallest host country.

Cutting-edge cooling technology was revealed in June 2014, bringing the temperature in the the open-air fan zone for the Brazil 2014 FIFA World CupTM down to 12˚C. The FIFA Club World Cup™ in December 2019 was a perfect warm-up event, giving fans an incredible tournament and festival fever. The world's best football clubs from every continent gave thrilling performances and was eventually won by Liverpool FC. The Fan Zone in Doha Sports Park provided plenty of opportunities to watch all the matches, as well as enjoy live music, football-themed activities, and food and beverages. Recognising the importance of protecting the wellbeing, safety and security of the workers involved in the projects, the Workers Charter was published in March 2013, followed by the Workers' Welfare Standards in February 2014. The Workers’ Welfare regularly interacts with SC workers and a dedicated hotline was established in 2017 to deal with grievances. SC's Workers Welfare Standards exceed Qatar’s laws in an attempt to ensure fair recruitment policies, payment terms, overtime provisions and accommodation standards. All contracted workers are registered with an integrated electronic medical records system and undergo medical screening by Qatar Red Crescent funded, by SC. More details about workers' welfare can be found in our feature, also in this section, as well as on the SC website.

SC has signed stakeholder agreements with Qatar Rail, Ashghal, Kahramaa, Aspire Zone Federation and Qatari Diar, for projects to deliver the infrastructure for the event. QATAR SPORTS E-GUIDE ©

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Ras Abu Abboud Stadium

Al Thumama Stadium

Lusail City Stadium

quarter-finals. After the competition it will become the home of Al Wakra Sports Club with 20,000 seats; the remaining 20,000 will be donated to football development projects overseas. Al Rayyan Stadium: Features an undulating façade and sand dune-shaped structures, using environmentally-friendly building materials and practices, and a renewable energy generation system on site. The venue will be the new home of Qatar Stars League football team Al Rayyan Club.

The event: stadiums Many of the eight host venues are completed or nearing completion. The new stadiums have been designed by the world's leading architects and reflect a different aspect of Qatari culture, and take into consideration three priorities: access and comfort, sustainability, and post-tournament legacy. Fans can potentially see more than one match a day, as the longest distance between venues is just 55 km. The Tree and Turf Nursery was launched in February 2018 to supply the enormous quantities of grass required for the stadiums, as well as the trees and shrubs that surround them. Al Bayt Stadium: The 60,000 seater-stadium will be the home of Al Khor Sports Club after the tournament. The design of the host venue up to the semi-final matches is based on a Bedouin tent, and will have a retractable roof. After the tournament the stadium's modular seating will reduce to 32,000 with the surplus seats donated to global football development projects. Al Janoub Stadium: The stadium in Al Wakra was the first design to be revealed in November 2013, and opened 16 May 2019 for the final of the Amir's Cup. Designed by the late Zaha Hadid and inspired by traditional dhow boats, the 40,000‑seater venue will host matches up to the

Al Thumama Stadium: Capacity for 40,000 fans and will host matches up to the quarter-finals. The stadium, designed by Qatari architect Ibrahim M Jaidah, represents the traditional gahfiya, and won the MIPIM/The Architectural Review Future Project Award in May 2018. In legacy mode, seating will be reduced to 20,000. Education City Stadium: The 40,000-seat venue will host fixtures up to the quarter-finals, and was awarded a five-star rating from the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) in January 2020. Khalifa International Stadium: Originally built in 1976, the stadium was reopened in May 2017 following its renovation. Lusail Stadium: Seating 80,000, the stadium in Lusail City will host the opening and closing ceremonies, matches throughout the tournament, and the final, to be held on 18 December, Qatar National Day. Its design is by renowned British firm Foster + Partners and is inspired by the fanar lantern, as well as the motifs on bowls and other vessels seen throughout history in the Arab world. After the tournament, the stadium will be changed into a community space with schools, shops, cafés, sporting facilities and clinics. Ras Abu Abboud Stadium: Constructed from shipping containers, removable seats and other modular building blocks, the 40,000-seater stadium is the first fully reusable FIFA stadium. It will host matches up to the quarter-finals. ©

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The event: emblem The Official Emblem was unveiled in Doha on 2 September 2019 at 20:22 local time, with the synchronised projection of the emblem onto a number of buildings in Qatar, including Katara Cultural Village Amphitheatre, the Ministry of Interior, and Al Zubara Fort, the UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as 24 other cities around the world. The emblem draws its inspiration from the traditional woollen shawls that are worn in the cooler winter months. It features elaborate traditional Arabic calligraphy alongside design styles such as kasheeda, the lengthening of the lines connecting the letters, giving an enhanced flow and elegance to the word. The shape and form represents the undulations of desert dunes, while the unbroken loop illustrates the number eight, for the eight stadiums, and the infinity symbol, for the interconnected nature of the event. An electronic billboard in Times Square, New York

The event: schedule Speaking at the release of the match schedule in July 2020, Hassan Al Thawadi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy (SC), commented that it is an important milestone. 'It is extremely important because before the Supreme Committee used to talk about future developments and infrastructure. Now, with almost everything in place it is great to announce the official schedule for the 2022 FIFA World Cup,' he said.

Education City Stadium, Lusail Stadium, Al Thumama Stadium and Al Bayt Stadium will host the quarter-finals; Al Bayt Stadium and Lusail Stadium are also semi-final venues. With the tournament being four days shorter than the last two World Cups, Al Thawadi remarked: 'First, fans can watch more than one match in a day. It is special because stadiums are so close to each other. That is a great opportunity for fans to watch two games in a day – something that was not possible in other tournaments. 'Second, fans do not need to travel to follow their team. As soon as they reach Qatar, they can stay in one hotel and all they have to think about is the football matches. Third, this is the first FIFA World Cup to be hosted by a Middle Eastern Arab country. It is an opportunity to bring cultures together and for people from different backgrounds and nationalities to come together.' Nasser Al Khater, Chief Executive Officer of FIFA Club World Cup Qatar 2022™, said 'The World Cup in Qatar will uniquely have four matches played per day. Being a compact country, scheduling four matches a day is going to be quite unique, it’s going to give people the opportunity to attend more than one match per day. It does come with its challenges, which means we need to make sure that operationally we plan it right. 'The opening match for the World Cup in Qatar 2022 will take place in Al Bayt Stadium, which is the northernmost stadium in Qatar and for this World Cup, it has a capacity of 60,000 spectators. It is a true symbol and reflection of our hospitality, of our culture here in Qatar and in the region. It resembles a tent which we call Bayt Al Sha'ar, it’s a very impressive structure and we look forward to welcoming fans in 2022.'

Four group matches are scheduled each day for the first eight days of the tournament, with kickoff timings at 1 pm, 4 pm, 7 pm and 10 pm (local time). Kick-off times for the final rounds of group games, which will be simultaneous, and for the knock-out matches will be at 6 pm and 10 pm. All eight stadiums will host at least one knockout match, with Al Rayyan Stadium, Ras Abu Aboud Stadium and Al Janoub Stadium not scheduled to host games after the last 16. QATAR SPORTS E-GUIDE ©

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Al Bayt Stadium will be the hosts for the start of the tournament on 21 November 2021 at 1 pm (local time), while Lusail City will host the final on 18 December at 6 pm, Qatar National Day, with 80,000 spectators. The group stage will last 12 days to allow teams optimal rest between their matches. With no air travel required to move between venues, organisers will for the first time be able to optimise specific match demands for teams, fans and media. This will be done by assigning the group fixtures for each matchday to a stadium and kickoff time only after the final draw – this is currently planned for after the March 2022 international match calendar qualifying window. Once these pairings are known, the kick-off time will be discussed to ensure it is beneficial for audiences around the world, as well as those actually attending. The proximity of stadiums means supporters can theoretically attend more than one game a day. The whole tournament will be accessible via a single airport and fans will have the option of spending their entire stay at one single accommodation rather than having to book multiple stops. Likewise, the teams taking part and the coaching and auxiliary staff will not need to have to take domestic flights or other travel to commute to venues. This allows for a more economical experience and gives teams more time to focus on training and match-day preparations.

This easy accessbility also reduces emissions, and means the 2022 World Cup should be the first carbon-free in FIFA history. An agreement is in place between the Gulf Organisation for Research and Development and the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy for support in holding a carbon-neutral World Cup, with measures to cut regional carbon emissions. There are 25 projects already been put in place to reduce greenhouse gases in several areas. Tickets for the general public will be available exclusively at FIFA.com/tickets – full ticketing details, such as prices and categories, will be released at a later date. Hospitality sales are scheduled to start in late 2020.

The event: Generation Amazing Established in 2010 during Qatar's bid to host the World Cup, Generation Amazing uses football for development initiatives to address social issues in countries in need, as per the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The initiative reaches those most in need by constructing community football pitches, delivering football for development training, and involving young people. Generation Amazing has changed the lives of thousands of people, both abroad and in Qatar itself, and is helping to foster sustainable behaviours among many young people. For more information about the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM, the stadiums and initiatives, visit qatar2022.qa m

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A Sustainable World Cup

By Sarah Palmer

The 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM is already unique in three ways: it will be the first to be staged in the Middle East, in the smallest geographical area, and in the winter months. Now, hosts Qatar and FIFA have released the event's first joint Sustainability Strategy.

atar was awarded the rights to host the FIFA World CupTM on a momentous day in December 2010. Thereafter, the reality set in – Qatar was going to have to carefully think about how it was going to organise one of the biggest sporting events in the world. Sustainability has been one of the main aspects of this World Cup, which started at the bid stage and will continue right through to the end of the tournament. The aim is to use the power of football to open up a world of amazing experiences and build a lasting legacy that fits in with both FIFA's vision and Qatar's national development goals. In 2015, FIFA and the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) began to develop and implement the event’s Sustainability Strategy. This was the first to be planned and delivered jointly by FIFA, SC on behalf of the host country, and the local organisers, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 LLC (Q22). 'Developing human capital, safeguarding workers rights, and delivering innovative environmental solutions' are some of the points mentioned in the Sustainability Strategy, which was unveiled in January 2020.

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To deliver the shared vision, five sustainability commitments have been defined: • Human Pillar: To develop human capital and safeguard workers’ rights. • Social Pillar: To provide an inclusive tournament experience. • Economic Pillar: To catalyse economic development. • Environment Pillar: To deliver innovative environmental solutions. • Governance Pillar: To set an example of good governance and ethical business practices. Further to this, 22 objectives have been described in detail, along with more than 70 initiatives and programmes to deliver the strategy and achieve the objectives set. These were identified with the help of more than 100 national and international governmental, non-governmental and privatesector organisations, via surveys, workshops meetings and the circulation of drafts, according to SC. Furthermore, the development process for the strategy also included a full human rights salience assessment, a first for a mega-sporting event. According to HE Hassan Al Thawadi, SC Secretary General and Q22 Chairman, 'When Qatar bid to host the FIFA World Cup 2022, it did so with a vision to use the tournament as a catalyst for sustainable, long-term change in Qatar and across the Arab world. From the start, we believed in the power of football and the FIFA World Cup to inspire innovation, to build bridges between cultures and peoples and to accelerate positive social transformation. Our measure of success for the tournament in Qatar will ultimately be the legacy it leaves behind. This strategy will help Qatar to realise that vision and ensure its success.' FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura said: 'The FIFA World Cup offers us a unique opportunity to bring about positive change – one that FIFA and Qatar cannot, and will not, let slip away. All critical topics related to the event have been identified and duly addressed in this strategy, such as workers’ welfare, human rights, non-discrimination and environmental protection. The document is also in line with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and we are committed to contributing to those through the power of football and of the biggest single-sport event on the planet.'

The Human Pillar The report covers workers rights, particularly construction workers, as well as human rights issues related to the actual event, such as freedom of expression for journalists and the avoidance of discrimination. The report details FIFA human rights commitments and incorporates some of the concerns of the FIFA independent Human Rights Advisory Board. FIFA and SC are committed to safeguarding the rights and welfare of workers, for those engaged in direct projects as well as those along the supply chain, both locally and internationally. One of these board members is Building and Wood Workers' International (BWI). The group's constributions have been recognised by SC, in two main areas: protection of the human rights of migrant workers; and building on the Memorandum of Understanding between SC and BWI in 2016 for joint inspections and worker grievance mechanisms. This mutual cooperation has already led to the success of the Worker Welfare Forums. Ambet Yuson, BWI General Secretary, commented: 'The joint sustainability strategy is an important step. The progress made by FIFA and the SC can be witnessed on the ground in the lives of workers. This strategy, in the crucial last stages of construction, represents a determination to complete this process that will leave behind the full respect of the human rights of construction workers and all other workers in Qatar.'

The Social Pillar Providing an inclusive tournament for all is this pillar's focus, to ensure it is safe, welcoming and accessible to all participants and attendees. Objectives include: ©

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• Delivering an accessible World Cup for disabled people and those with limited mobility, across infrastructure, public transport and other services in Qatar. In 2016, SC established the Accessibility Forum inviting the advice of NGOs, government representatives and disabled people on specific requirements.

• Providing a tobacco-free 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM across all sites and associated events. FIFA first introduced a smoking ban in 2002, and in 2017 published its tobacco-free policy for FIFA events. Qatar already prohibits smoking in public spaces.

• Promoting cultural exchange among parties engaged with the tournament, to enhance understanding of the culture of Qatar and the region. This can be found in the use of cultural heritage in the design of the stadiums under construction, hosting cultural festivals in the lead-up to 2022, and showcasing Qatar around the world.

Objectives here highlight economic development and growth in Qatar. This will be achieved by enabling local and international businesses to become FIFA suppliers, with a priority for local entities.

• Enabling a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants and attendees, and promoting the attendance of low-income groups. Qatar wants to welcome all to the tournament, and will take all necessary steps, such as an appropriate ticketing policy and if required, increase the availability of low-cost accommodation. • Respecting and protecting the rights of media representatives and human rights advocates. FIFA has a complaints mechanism in place for human rights defenders and media representatives who consider their rights to have been violated while performing work related to FIFA’s activities. • Aligning safety and security practices with international standards of human rights protection. In 2012, Qatar entered into a 10-year project with INTERPOL called 'Project Stadia' – INTERPOL member countries are assisted in planning and executing policing and security preparations for major sporting events, using best practices and lessons learnt from member countries that have successfully hosted such events.

The Economic Pillar

The SC has to date entered into agreements with Silatch and the Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) with the launch of Challenge 22, a regional innovation award, and with a number of national stakeholders in the public and private sector under the Qatar Innovation Community (QIC). All of the stadiums are being constructed by joint ventures with a minimum of one local company as a member. A contract for 140,000 seats at three of the stadiums has been awarded to Coastal Qatar, a local manufacturing and construction company that will make the seats at their factory in Doha. One of the key points from Qatar's successful bid was for the use of modular stadiums. To that end, all of the stadiums under construction are being built using reusable components, which will be removed after the tournament is finished and donated. Some of the stadiums, in their reduced format, will be used by local sports clubs, or the building and surrounding areas will be repurposed as required for community needs – hotels, offices, parks, and even a renewable energy centre and production facility. One further objective under this pillar is identifying and delivering suitable temporary solutions for the transportation and accommodation of fans. It was recently announced that Qatar has chartered the use of two cruise ships in an agreement signed with Swiss-based company MSC Cruises, offering 4,000 cabins on these 'floating hotels' – just one of many solutions to come.

The Environmental Pillar According to the report 'We are committed to delivering a fully carbon-neutral FIFA World Cup 2022™ and aim to set a benchmark for environmental stewardship by implementing leading sustainable building standards, waste and water management practices and low-emission solutions. Through our work, we will leave a legacy of world-class environmental management expertise, technologies, businesses and standards in Qatar and the region.'

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The SC is committed to achieving a minimum fourstar GSAS certification for design and build, and construction management; Khalifa International Stadium achieved certification in 2017 and Al Janoub Stadium in 2019. Design specifications for these two stadiums alongside Lusail Stadium were compared to a baseline design and shown to exhibit energy savings of up to 47% and water savings of up to 44% during operation. Qatar is looking to increasing its energy efficiency by 10% by 2022 and during the bid stage, committed to hosting a fully carbon-neutral FIFA World Cupâ&#x201E;˘. The SC supported the establishment of the Gulf Carbon Trust (GCT), the first voluntary carbon market in Qatar, while the SC Tree Nursery will facilitate absorption of greenhouse gases. Best-practice air-quality monitoring and control is at all construction sites to suppress dust, reduce movement of construction vehicles, and use modern equipment. Construction and office waste is being segregated and recycled on all SC construction sites and offices, and waste segregation will be provided at all stadiums. Responsible water management practices are in place and will be extended to the hospitality sector.

The Governance Pillar FIFA, SC and Q22 will be 'setting an example of good governance and ethical business practices at the forthcoming World Cup'. Objectives include periodic updates of the Sustainability Strategy, stakeholder engagement and communication, and sustainable procurement procedures. A culture of compliance will focus on risk assessment and management. This will include codes of ethics and conduct policies for all organisations, including anti-bribery and anti-corruption.

Alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals Implementation of the Sustainability Strategy is in line with the United Nation's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This was adopted by world leaders in September 2015 and has 17 universal Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), or Global Goals, and 169 targets, which set out a vision for ending poverty, protecting the planet and ensuring that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. The Sustainability Strategy for the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM has been aligned with the most relevant SDGs based upon sustainability topics and human rights issues. Overall, 11 SDGs will be achieved. For more information about the Sustainability Strategy or any other aspect of the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM, visit FIFA.com/sustainability, qatar2022.qa and marhaba.qa m

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