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Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Qatar Dig Deep to Clinch WAVA Men's Volleyball Championship
Heartbreak for Bahrain after foot fault finish Qatar's perfect start silenced a packed Isa bin Rashid Arena as they raced to a two-set lead on their way to winning the 1st WAVA Men's Volleyball Championship. Bahrain, slow out of the gates, were caught off-guard by the wall of hands across the net. Qatar's 17 blocks told the story — Yousif Oughlaf and company read Bahrain like a book, while their back-row defense turned spikes into restarts. Bahrain couldn't crack the rhythm and trailed by margins of seven in the opening two sets. Bahrain fought back briefly, taking the third and fourth sets before Qatar edged out the final set to seal the title. The full set scores read 25–18, 25–18, 19–25, 21–25, and 15–13. Bench Sparks Backfire With his team reeling, Bahrain coach Arnaud Josserrand shuffled the deck. Substitutes like Mahmoud Abdulwahid and Abbas Al-Khabbaz added grit and bite. From there, the momentum flipped. Mohammed Yaqoob lit up the third with searing kills, and Mohammed Anan followed suit. Bahrain surged to take sets three and four, defending their home court with renewed purpose. Heartbreaker in Five It all came down to a nervy fifth, and Qatar blinked less. Oughlaf powered through late, his 21 points instrumental, but it was Bahrain's own misstep that ended it. With the score at 13–14, Yaqoob, who Bahrain's best on the night with 22 points, committed a foot fault. The challenge confirmed it. A final moment that will sting for a long time for the Bahrainis. Bronze for the Bold Elsewhere, Oman clinched third with a composed 3–1 win over Saudi Arabia. Ismail Al Hidi scored 20 in a performance that showcased Oman's rising pedigree in the region.
Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Shake Off Saudi Scare to March Into Final
TDT | Manama The stage is set for a fitting finale to the WAVA Men's Volleyball Championship 2025, with hosts Bahrain facing an unbeaten Qatar side in tonight's gold medal match. Both arrived in peak form, but their semi-final wins followed sharply different arcs. Bahrain Finally Blink Bahrain's 3–1 win over Saudi Arabia (26–28, 25–16, 25–22, 25–22) was the first time the hosts had dropped a set in the tournament. They led 23–20 in the opener, only to collapse under a string of errors and a great service run from Marwan Al Hawasawi, who ended as top scorer with 23 points. That early stumble jolted the Bahrainis into action. In the second set, their reliable trio—Naser Anan, Ali Ebrahim, and Mohammed Yaqoob—found rhythm. Anan later admitted they were briefly caught out. 'They came out aggressive and pushed us off balance,' he said. 'We weren't sharp enough on serve or block, and that's on us. But we stayed together, stuck to our system, and earned the win.' Yaqoob echoed him: 'We'd played two friendlies against Saudi and knew they had quality, but we weren't expecting the intensity they brought tonight. It caught us off guard. Now we prepare for Qatar and it's never an easy match against them.' With Hassan Al Warqaa dominant in the middle and Bahrain's wings clicking, the second set swung their way 25–16. Saudi pressed through Mohammed Adel and Al Hawasawi, but coach Arnaud Josserand's late third-set sub Mohammed Anan shifted the tone. Bahrain sealed the next two sets 25–22. Statistically, Bahrain edged it: 101 total points to Saudi's 88, 12 blocks to five, and fewer errors (28 to 34). Both sides served two aces, but Saudi's 18 service errors were costly compared to Bahrain's 12. Qatar Stay Clinical, Wadidie Leads Earlier, Qatar swept aside Oman 3–0 (25–18, 25–19, 25– 20). Raimi Wadidie starred with 17 points, including three blocks and two aces. 'We knew Oman would be aggressive, it's a semi-final,' said Waleed Mohamed Widatalla. 'But we stayed focused and followed the plan.' Qatar reached the final with straight-sets wins over Lebanon (twice) and Kuwait. Bahrain had done the same to Jordan, Lebanon, UAE and Kuwait before this semi. With 2024 Arab Championship and 2025 AVC Nations Cup titles already secured, Bahrain are one match away from a third crown in less than a year. But tonight's 7pm final at Isa bin Rashed Volleyball Hall will test them, because Qatar haven't blinked either. Entry is free for all.
Daily Tribune
5 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
HM King Hamad Visits Youth City 2030
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the King of the Kingdom of Bahrain, paid a visit to Youth City 2030, reaffirming the nation's commitment to nurturing and empowering young talents. Accompanying His Majesty was His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the King's Personal Representative. Upon arrival, His Majesty was warmly received by key leaders in youth development: His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports; His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, President of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee; Mr. Ayman bin Tawfiq Al Moayed, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports; and Ms. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, along with several senior officials and project supervisors. His Majesty was presented with a detailed briefing on the objectives and achievements of Youth City 2030. The initiative, launched as a leading platform for youth empowerment, offers a comprehensive training environment focused on developing skills and preparing young Bahrainis for active roles in national development. It currently hosts 195 training programs and provides 5,500 diverse opportunities across key sectors. During the visit, His Majesty toured the city's five core centers: He also explored the Youth Market, a vibrant space showcasing innovative projects and entrepreneurial ventures led by Bahraini youth, reflecting their creativity and drive. The visit concluded with a group photograph of His Majesty alongside the organizers and team members of Youth City 2030, in recognition of their dedication and outstanding contributions to this national initiative.
Daily Tribune
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
HRH Crown Prince Meets Bahraini Tony Award Winner Ali Daylami
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, met today with Bahraini producer Ali Daylami at Gudaibiya Palace, celebrating his historic win at the 78th annual Tony Awards. Daylami is the first Bahraini — and the first from the Gulf — to receive the prestigious honor. During the meeting, HRH Prince Salman expressed his deep pride in Daylami's international achievement, calling it a significant milestone for the Kingdom and a reflection of the growing global presence of Bahraini talent. 'This recognition not only celebrates your individual success but also highlights the strength, creativity, and potential of our people,' the Crown Prince said, reaffirming Bahrain's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting talented citizens across all sectors. He added that Daylami's win represents a new chapter in the inspiring journey of Bahrainis making their mark worldwide, and wished him continued success in the future. Ali Daylami, moved by the warm reception, thanked HRH Prince Salman for the continued encouragement shown toward Bahraini artists and creatives. 'Your support inspires us to dream bigger and aim higher,' Daylami said. Also present at the meeting were the Minister of Finance and National Economy, HE Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, HE Hamad bin Faisal Al Malki. The meeting served as a celebration not just of one individual's success, but of Bahrain's broader vision of empowering its citizens and building a future where talent and hard work are recognized and rewarded.
Daily Tribune
6 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
H.H. Shaikh Ali Joins Camp
TDT | Manama His Highness Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Advisor to HRH the Prime Minister, Deputy Chairman and Secretary-General of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, reinforced Bahrain's youth development vision through a direct visit to the Youth Academy yesterday, where he engaged with students during their summer programme and participated in their leadership activities. The visit reflected a personal commitment to encouraging the next generation and underscored the importance of youth engagement in shaping Bahrain's future. H.H. Shaikh Ali toured the facilities, met organisers, and joined students in several leadership-building sessions. Building youth capacity H.H. Shaikh Ali praised the efforts of the academy in fostering national values, teamwork, and initiative among the youth. He highlighted the importance of such programmes in cultivating responsible citizenship and preparing young Bahrainis for active roles in society. The students welcomed H.H. Shaikh Ali with enthusiasm and demonstrated the skills they have been developing, including communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. The academy's activities are aligned with the national strategy to empower youth and support sustainable development goals, helping to build an informed, proactive generation. H.H. Shaikh Ali acknowledged the dedication of the instructors and the broader team in creating a nurturing environment.
