2025 Middle East Sports Dates

Get ready to secure the best seats at the biggest sporting events across the Middle East in 2025.

From world-class athletes to exhilarating tournaments, the region is set to host a lineup of unforgettable experiences.

With athletes from Formula 1, tennis, golf, WWE, and others arriving in the GCC, the sporting calendar is packed. Booking early ensures you unlock the best seats and exclusive benefits.

Here’s a preview of just a few of the incredible events lined up:

Abu Dhabi Sporting Highlights

• Abu Dhabi Championship 2025 (Nov 6-9): This prestigious golf tournament at Yas Links brings together the Race to Dubai’s top 70 players.
  
  
• Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (Dec 5-7): Don’t miss the final race of the F1 season at Yas Marina Circuit, paired with thrilling post-race concerts.
  
  
• Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (Feb 1-8): Watch an impressive roster of WTA-500 stars compete at Zayed Sports City, with tickets starting at just AED 25.
  
  

Dubai Sporting Events

• Dubai T100 Triathlon (Nov 15-16): Experience an intense 100-km challenge of swimming, cycling, and running at Meydan Racecourse.
  
  
• Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championship (Feb 25-Mar 1): See tennis stars like Stefanos Tsitsipas and Daniil Medvedev at this renowned ATP 500 event.
  
  
• Dubai Esports and Games Festival (Apr 25-May 11): Gamers can immerse themselves in 17 days of events, tournaments, and expert panels at Dubai World Trade Centre.
  
  
• Dubai World Cup (Apr 5): This iconic horse racing event celebrates its 29th year at Meydan Racecourse, featuring a prize pool of $30.5 million.
  
  
• DP World Tour Championship (Nov 13-16): Golf’s top players will compete at Jumeirah Golf Estates in the final Race to Dubai championship.
  
  

Spotlight on Saudi Arabia

• AlUla Desert Blaze (August): Challenge yourself to one of four marathon distances amidst AlUla’s iconic landscapes, including Hegra.
  
  
• Esports World Cup (July-August): Join eight weeks of gaming excitement and global performances at Boulevard City in Riyadh.
  
  
• UFC Fight Night (Aug 3): Witness thrilling MMA fights at Riyadh’s anb Arena, featuring Israel Adesanya and rising star Shara Maomedov.
  
  
• WWE Premium Live Event (Dates TBA): Anticipate jaw-dropping wrestling events as Saudi Arabia continues its strategic partnership with WWE through 2027.
  
  

Qatar’s Sports Extravaganza

• FIFA Arab Cup (December): Watch 16 Arab nations compete for the title, promising an electrifying football experience.
  
  
• FIFA U-17 World Cup (Nov 5-27): See rising stars from 48 teams compete across Qatar in this global tournament.
  
  
• Qatar Grand Prix (Nov 28-30): The fourth edition of the Qatar Grand Prix will showcase thrilling F1 action at Lusail International Circuit.
  
  
• MotoGP Grand Prix (Apr 11-13): Enjoy non-stop excitement with the best motorbike racers competing under the floodlights in Lusail.
  
  

The Middle East’s 2025 calendar holds something for every sports lover—from marathons and motorsports to golf, football, and esports.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of these thrilling events. Stay tuned as details and ticket information are released!

Source: timeoutjeddah

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