We look at the sporting events lighting up the UAE over the next seven days including the JBR beach Volleyball, the Dubai dragon boat racing festival and the SPIA Sports Industry Awards.
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ABU DHABI WILSON TENNIS CUP
Friday, March 6 – Friday, March 27
The UAE’s biggest and best amateur record breaking tennis tournament shortlisted as one of the region’s best amateur sporting events at the 2014 Sport Industry Awards is looking forward to welcome more than 400 registrations this year from players of all ages. Take a shot at glory in 25 categories for men, women, boys and girls!
Venue: Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi
Telephone: Zayed Sports City
JBR BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Saturday, March 20 – Saturday, March 28
DoubleTree by Hilton is hosting the first-ever Beach Volleyball tournament at JBR. Gather a team, register and compete against other groups for the chance to win amazing prizes for the first three places. Each team needs eight players and a uniform to use during the tournament.
Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton, Jumeirah Beach, Dubai
Telephone: +971 4 453 3333
SPORTS INDUSTRY AWARDS 2015
Wednesday, March 25
The Sports Industry Awards (SPIA) are back to honor industry leaders for their involvement in the MENA’s sports region.
The awards will contain 13 updated categories and entries are open to brand and business owners, key sport administrators, event directors, sponsorships and agencies together and or government facilitators, profit and non-profit organizations.
Venue: JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
Website: Sports Industry Awards
ABU DHABI WARRIORS FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Thursday, March 26
For the second time, the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) championship brings together 20 fighters who will face each other in 10 fights. MMA is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and the event aims to help establish Abu Dhabi as a landmark for the international tournaments, through bringing in new talent and supporting the development of youth in the UAE.
Venue: IPIC Arena , Abu Dhabi
Website: Abu Dhabi Warriors
DUBAI CREEK DRAGON BOAT SUMMER FESTIVAL
Friday, March 27
Dragon boat racing is an ancient sport that is thought to have originated in China in about 500 B.C. Races are usually about 500 meters long, but because they are informal, the distance and rules of the event can vary from place to place. Dragon boat racing is a great way to get outdoors, get a bit of exercise and meet people.
Venue: Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club
DUBAI WORLD CUP 2015
Saturday, March 28
The region’s premier equestrian event pays tribute to the Arabian love affair with horses and is also one of the UAE’s biggest social and sporting events. It is the richest day of racing in the world with a combined prize purse of $27.25 million USD. The event features nine races, highlighted by the $10m Dubai World Cup sponsored by Emirates Airline.
Venue: Meydan Racecourse
Website: Duai World Cup
BRITISH POLO DAY (DUBAI EDITION)
Saturday, March 28
Having hosted over 35 championships in 14 countries, the British Polo Day has become and exclusive occassion and a highlight on the sport's calendar. This sophisticated and sporting event is known as the Tournament of Kings and includes an extravagant day of entertainment for the whole family.
Venue: Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, Arabian Ranches
Website: British Polo Day