There is no shortage of top sporting events in the UAE and here’s our one-stop diary of everything that’s going on.
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Tuesday, October 25
PAKISTAN VS WEST INDIES – SECOND TEST – FINAL DAY
Pakistan will look to retain their status as the number one Test side in the world with victory over the West Indies in the UAE.
WHEN: 10:00
WHERE: Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium
Wednesday October 26
KIBSONS/DASSA SCHOOLS X-COUNTRY – JUNIORS RACE 1
Sponsored by Kibsons International, this cross-country three-race series allows students to compete against each other. Hundreds flocked to the Rashid School for Boys in February to watch athletes run on grass, sand gravel and asphalt within the school grounds.
WHEN: 15:30
WHERE: Dubai, Rashid School for Boys, Nad Al Sheba
ABU DHABI CLEVELAND CLINIC CYCLE FOR HEALTH
The event, suitable for all fitness levels, aims to instil a bike-commuting culture and promote healthier attitudes within the capital.
WHEN: 17:00
WHERE: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island
Thursday October 27
ULTIMATE RACENIGHT ATHLETICS LEAGUE – RACE 1
The Ultimate Racenight League is an open series of six Race meets. Similiar to professional athletics’ Diamond League, athletes are allocated points based on their finishing position in each event.
WHEN: 17:00
WHERE: Dubai Sports City
WEBSITE: ultimateathleticsuae.com
Friday October 28
WESTIN KILOMARATHON 2016
In support of Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ ‘Road to Awareness’ fundraiser, runners will tackle one of the world’s most illustrious golf courses, Abu Dhabi Golf Club.
WHEN: 19:00
WHERE: The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa
NEO RUN 2016
The UAE’s neon fun runs returns to bring a touch of colour to Halloween.
The 2016 edition at Zayed Sports City is set to welcome a record number of attendees as participants are encouraged to traverse the 5km course while enduring scares, splashes and sprays from luminous neon UV paint.
WHEN: 19:00
WHERE: Abu Dhabi, Zayed Sports City
WEBSITE: neorun.com/halloween
RED BULL CLIFF DIVING WORLD SERIES FINALE 2016
Established in 2009, Red Bull’s Cliff Diving World Series sees divers plunge from a 28-metre high platform, demonstrating awesome acrobatics on the way down.
WHEN: 18:00 – 21:15
WHERE: Pier 7, Dubai Marina
WEBSITE: redbullcliffdiving.com/en_AE/event/dubai-2016
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS DUBAI 2016
The Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their 90th anniversary celebrations to the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium this October.
In Dubai, the Globetrotters will grace the court with a star-studded line-up featuring the likes of Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull Bullard and Cheese Chisholm.
WHEN: 18:00-02:00
WHERE: Dubai, The Aviation Club Hotel Tennis Centre, Garhoud
WEBSITE: harlemglobetrotters.com
2XU TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIPS – RACE 1
Super Sports Dubai presents the 2XU Triathlon Championships. The three-race series offers aspiring triathletes and returning participants the perfect opportunity to get back into shape.
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WHEN: 07:00
WHERE: Dubai, Mamzar
ABRaS AC 10K AND 3K – RACE 1
In the eight years since its humble beginnings, ABRas AC has established itself as one of the UAE’s elite running clubs.
With each passing year, the 3km & 10km races have grown in popularity and it’s no wonder given the surrounds of Mina Seyahi’s Le Meridien and Westin hotel grounds – with their pristine beaches, serene ocean waters, and vibrant gardens.
WHEN: 07:00
WHERE: Dubai, Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
WEBSITE: Oceanic Triathlon Series
THE NEW BALANCE BEACH RUN SERIES PRESENTED BY DAMAN ACTIVELIFE
The Beach Run series is an inclusive family-orientated event catering for runners of various abilities and fitness.
Organised by Sport360 in association with Daman ActiveLife, the run comes to the shores of Ras Al Khaimah for the first time after the success of the inaugural event in Dubai in January.
Supporters not so keen to dust off their trainers are still encouraged to take part in the festivities, with a carnival atmosphere in the race village packed with food, music, entertainment and other exciting activities.
WHEN: 15:00
WHERE: Ras Al Khaimah, The Cove Rotana Resort
SPINNEYS DUBAI 92 CYCLE CHALLENGE – BUILD-UP – RIDE 3
The sixth edition of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge saw 1,850 cyclists from across the world hit the streets.
While eager cyclists await the December race, there is still ample time for proper preparation in the form of four build-up races that increase in distance.
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WHEN: 06:00-09:00
WHERE: Dubai, Al Qudra Cycle Track
TALISE FITNESS FIESTA
The Fitness Fiesta will provide a range of classes emphasising different key aspects of fitness, namely flexibility, cardio and strength.
The event will be closely looked after by the region’s best instructors, who will provide insight and tips on these high intensity exercises.
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WHEN: 07:00 – 20:00
WHERE: Dubai, Amphitheatre Madinat Jumeirah, Al Sufouh
Saturday October 29
ABU DHABI SWIMMING FESTIVAL 2016
The event, organised by Professional Sports Group in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, offers family fun and challenges for all age groups and abilities with seven different races held during the day.
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WHEN: 06:30
WHERE: Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace
Sunday October 30
PAKISTAN VS WEST INDIES – THIRD TEST – DAY 1
Pakistan will look to retain their status as the number one Test side in the world with victory over the West Indies in the UAE.
WHEN: 10:00
WHERE: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Industrial Area