Qatar Celebrates National Sports Day and Hosts Exciting Sporting Events


Doha: The presidents of several Qatari sports clubs have emphasized the significance of National Sports Day in reinforcing the role of sports in the lives of both citizens and residents. They view it as an essential part of individual life and a key element in building a healthy society.



According to Qatar News Agency, Fire Station announced the opening of “The Voyager is the Narrator II,” an exhibition featuring works by artists who participated in the Fire Station’s New York and Paris Residency programmes in 2024. Al Wakrah SC revealed that it has signed Iraqi striker Ayman Hussein on loan from Al Khor until the end of the current season.



Meanwhile, the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters 2025 is set to kick off Thursday at the Doha Golf Club, promising an exciting golfing event. Qatar faced a setback as it lost to the Philippines and Kazakhstan in the Mixed Doubles’ Curling Round Robin of the 9th Asian Winter Games (Harbin 2025).



The highly anticipated Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT 2025) commenced with unparalleled excitement at the Katara International Arabian Horse Festival (KIAHF), drawing an extraordinary turnout of equestrian enthusiasts, breeders, and industry professionals from across the globe. In another thrilling event, the Qatar International Rally, the second round of the 2025 FIA Middle East Rally Championship (MERC), begins on Thursday, with the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) celebrating the 50th anniversary of the rally’s inaugural edition held in 1975.



The Qatar Tennis Federation announced the signing of a one-year renewable cooperation agreement with the Education Above All Foundation. Lusail International Circuit has brought its world-class facilities into the spotlight during a media tour on Wednesday.



The 28th edition of the Qatar Armed Forces Holy Quran Memorization Competition has commenced, under the patronage of HE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani and HE Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim.



Qatar National Library (QNL)’s Qatar Reads initiative will hold ‘Parents to Be Festival’ from February 13-15, delivering insights on pregnancy and parenting, as part of its commitment to supporting families and fostering community culture in the areas of parenting and childhood.



In addition, the 12th Qatar International Agricultural Exhibition (AgriteQ 2025) launched Wednesday the Camel Forum, focusing on the camels’ role in sustainable food security. Visit Qatar is gearing up to host the 14th Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) from February 12 to 22 at Hotel Park Doha, featuring over 100 local vendors, 27 international restaurants and cafes, and plenty of entertainment shows.



As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance tax compliance, the General Tax Authority (GTA) has announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at facilitating the process of filing tax returns and addressing inquiries through the allocation of a booth in shopping centers.



Lastly, the 64th board meeting and the 32nd general assembly of the Arab Sea Ports Federation (ASPF) kicked off in Doha on Wednesday, while Aspire Academy’s student-athletes delivered exceptional performances at the Slovenian Junior Squash Open 2025, securing podium finishes in three age categories.