It’s December, which means the festive season has begun. But in the UAE, this time of the year also means sportsmen and women from across the globe descend on the Emirates, whether for some much-needed R&R or to train for the upcoming sporting season.

Keep an eye out for your favorite athlete the next time you go out.

Boris Becker bid farewell to Team Djokovic, Zaza Pachulia is in awe of Klay Thompson, Lukas Podolski hung out with Nico Rosberg while David Villa was named MLS MVP.

The UAE sports community mourned the loss of Abu Dhabi Sports presenter Hamad Al Ibrahim. May he rest in peace.