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His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa deputized His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, to attend the final match of the His Majesty the King’s Football Cup for the 2025/2026 sporting season, in the presence of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and a number of senior officials. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa crowned Muharraq Club champions of His Majesty the King’s Football Cup following their victory over Riffa Club in the final, which was attended by a large crowd. On the occasion, His Highness expressed pride in attending on behalf of His Majesty the King, affirming that His Majesty the King’s Football Cup is one of the most prominent national sporting events, receiving direct support from His Majesty the King. His Highness noted that this support reflects His Majesty’s commitment to enhancing the status of sport in the Kingdom and raising its standards, to make further achievements at various levels. His Highness noted that the final match reflected the advanced level Bahraini football has reached, in terms of technical performance, crowd attendance and organisation, praising the high spirit of the players. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa congratulated the Board of Directors of Muharraq Club, chaired by Shaikh Ahmed bin Ali Al Khalifa on the occasion. His Highness praised the team’s outstanding performance throughout the competition and commended the level of Riffa Club, which reflects the progress of Bahraini football. His Highness also expressed appreciation to the Bahrain Football Association for the professional organisation of the competition, emphasising that the Cup’s success reflects combined efforts and organised institutional work, which enhances the international standing of Bahraini sports.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs, has won the Victorious Ultimate Endurance Challenge, which was held with a large turnout of participants. His Highness’s participation is part of his ongoing commitment to support various sports initiatives that strengthen young people’s capabilities and hone their physical abilities. Present were, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club High Committee, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, and His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed, Deputy Chairman of the General Sports Authority. His Highness won first place after completing all the physical challenges in a time of 01:28:35, successfully overcoming the seven challenges across five rounds to take his place on the podium with merit. Results showed that Yousef Farhan finished in second place with a time of 01:36:25, followed by Kenny Wallace in third place with a time of 01:38:53, Mohamed +Al-Ghais in fourth place with a time of 01:40:23, and Abdullah Salem in fifth place with a time of 01:41:34. On the occasion, His Highness affirmed that the Victorious Ultimate Endurance Challenge is one of the outstanding initiatives that strengthened the participants’ determination, patience and endurance. His Highness noted the importance of organising such events for their role in building character and developing physical and mental abilities, in light of the outstanding levels witnessed during the event. His Highness also praised the excellent professional organisation of the event, extending his sincere thanks and appreciation to the organising committee for their efforts. His Highness also commended all participants and wished them success.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs participated in the first round of the Late Shaikh Abdullah bin Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa 5th Golf Tournament, held at the Royal Golf Club. His Highness’s participation underscores his keenness to play golf, and reflects his support and encouragement of the participants to perform their best. On the occasion, His Highness affirmed that holding the 5th edition of the tournament signifies gratitude for the outstanding contributions made by the late Shaikh Abdullah bin Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa in supporting the sports sector, and golf in particular. His Highness praised the efforts made by the organizing committee, emphasizing that the excellent organization and outstanding atmosphere played a major role in the success of the tournament’s first round. The first round of the tournament was held under a 9-hole format. The final round will take place next week, which is expected to see even more excitement and competition among the participants as they vie for the top spots.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty's Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, participated in the 100-km international qualifying race held as part of the Ramadan competitions organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation at the Bahrain International Endurance Village, in the presence of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee. The race also saw the participation of His Highness Shaikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa. His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa took part in the 40-kilometre local qualifying race and successfully completed it. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa was keen to guide his sons and follow their performance during the race, sharing his field experience with them to enhance their technical readiness for endurance competitions. His Highness affirmed that qualifying races are important for preparing riders and horses, noting that holding these competitions during Ramadan strengthens the spirit of challenge and competition among participants. His Highness noted the continuous keenness to participate with his sons in these races, as they represent an important opportunity to gain field experience and instil the values of endurance sports, including patience, discipline and teamwork, contributing to the continued success of Bahrain in the sport.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs attended the conclusion of His Majesty the King's Endurance Cup Festival, organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation at the Bahrain International Endurance Village, in the presence of His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horse Racing Club High Committee, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa expressed pride in the festival’s success, affirming that the strong competition among riders and the broad participation, reflected the prestigious status of Bahraini endurance races at the regional and international levels. His Highness praised the high technical levels that contributed to the outstanding outcomes of all races, which reflects the development of endurance sports in the Kingdom. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa crowned the winners, with rider Isa Hameed Al-Anezi from Team Victorious taking first place in the 160 km His Majesty the King’s International Cup, while rider Mohamed Al Subaie from the KHK team came in second, and rider Faisal Al-Anezi from Team Victorious came in third. Omani rider Mohammed Al Foori took first place in the 120km race for private Gulf stables, while Rashed Jamal from Al Safinat Stables came second, and Omani rider Azam Al Balushi came third.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, participated in the international qualifying race for the World Endurance Championship, which was held at Dubai International Endurance City in the United Arab Emirates. Present were, His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Deputy Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, His Highness Shaikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Arab Emirates. His Highness finished first place in the 160-kilometre race after delivering impressive performances throughout the five stages of the internationally classified 3-star race, with the participation of Royal Endurance Team riders Mohammed Al Hashmi and Mohammed Abdul Samad. At the end of the race, His Highness received a commemorative gift from Shaikh Rashid bin Dalmook Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Racing Club, in recognition of his outstanding participation at Dubai International Endurance City. His Highness expressed his appreciation for the United Arab Emirates’s efforts in continuing to develop endurance racing. His Highness affirmed that participating in international endurance qualifying races is part of the preparation programme for the upcoming World Endurance Championship to be held in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia, noting the importance of these participations in discovering horses with high technical readiness. His Highness added: "By participating with team members in such international races, we are keen to assess their level of readiness and identify various technical aspects, which contributes to the early selection of the team representing the Kingdom of Bahrain in various international championships." A number of the Royal Team’s riders also participated in the 120-km and 100-km races.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, met with a number of children from the Nasser bin Hamad Golf Academy as part of the events accompanying the Bapco Energies Bahrain Golf Championship. Present were, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports. The meeting was spontaneous and friendly, with His Highness engaging in conversation with the children in a positive and motivating environment, reflecting his interest in motivating them, instilling confidence and ambition, and encouraging them to enjoy playing golf and constantly strive to develop their skills. His Highness affirmed that nurturing emerging talent in golf is an investment in the future of Bahraini sports, noting that providing specialised training programmes and a supportive environment contributes to discovering young talent and honing their skills in the right way. His Highness stressed the importance of instilling positive sporting values in children and promoting discipline, perseverance and teamwork, which will have a positive impact on their sporting and personal development. His Highness also praised the efforts of the technical and administrative staff at the Nasser bin Hamad Golf Academy, appreciating their role in preparing specialised training programmes and monitoring the development of children, which hones their skills and builds a strong base of promising talent.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, participated in the PRO-AM category of the Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship, held at the Royal Golf Club, with the participation of professional and amateur golfers. Present were, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports. His Highness won first place in the individual Longest Drive competition on hole number 8, after a strong performance in the competition. Team Victorious led by His Highness, also came third in the overall ranking with professional Irish golfer Padraig Harrington, Spanish professional golfer Pablo Larrazabal, Moulay Abdullah Benzidan, and Mike Lorenzo-Vera. His Highness affirmed that the efforts made by the championship's organisers and the Royal Golf Club provided an ideal competitive environment for the participants, enabling the players to perform their best in a sophisticated sporting atmosphere that reflects the advanced status that the Kingdom of Bahrain has reached in sports. The Bapco Energies Bahrain Championship is one of the most prominent sporting events hosted by the Kingdom, which enhances its status as a leading sporting destination and provides a unique competitive environment that brings together professionals and amateurs in an outstanding sporting atmosphere.more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, participated in the (PRO-AM) category of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic golf tournament, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, as part of the Rolex Series of the "Race to Dubai 2026", with a prize fund of US$9 million. His Highness participated in a team that included Irish international star Rory McIlroy, Tony Maiolo, and Dr. Pawan Munjal, delivering an outstanding performance throughout the tournament. His Highness affirmed that the participation was positive and distinctive, amid friendly competition with an elite group of world golf stars in the PRO-AM category. His Highness praised the great efforts made by the United Arab Emirates in hosting and organising international tournaments, wishing all participants success. The Hero Dubai Desert Classic is one of the most prominent sporting events, attracting the world's best golf players, including Rory McIlroy, who holds the record for the most tournament wins (four times).more
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Captain of the Royal Endurance Team, participated in the 100 km International Endurance Race, as part of the His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa Endurance Cup, held under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the General Sports Authority and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, and organised by the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation. His Highness’s participation was followed by His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club, and Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sport, His Highness Shaikh Hamad bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, and His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa. His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad’s participation confirms his continued support of endurance racing, and his keenness to be present at national and international championships. His Highness affirmed that endurance racing is one of the cornerstones of Bahraini equestrian sports, as these races enhance the values of challenge and discipline. His Highness noted that His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad’s support of the championship has contributed to creating a qualitative shift in endurance racing and increased the competitiveness of Bahraini riders and their ability to excel regionally and internationally. His Highness praised the wide participation in the championship, affirming that this large turnout reflects the prestigious status of endurance racing. His Highness wished success to the riders participating in the private stables race, which will be held on Saturday. The championship programme concludes on Saturday with the 120 km Private Stables Race for the His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa Cup, amid widespread anticipation for fierce competition between elite stables and riders.more
