Sheikha Moza attended a number of sporting activities and events across various locations at Qatar Foundation.

Members of the public took part in a variety of friendly sporting competitions and events, alongside Qatar Foundation’s staff, students and faculty. Throughout the day, a number of fun-filled competitions and tournaments were organised, with games and activities also planned for children of all ages and for people with special needs.

Saad al-Muhannadi, President of Qatar Foundation, participated in the celebrations and emphasised the importance of National Sport Day in raising awareness among members of the community and instilling a culture of sport and physical fitness.

He said:  “In the three years since it was established, National Sport Day has gained momentum by championing the health and well-being of the nation’s residents. The success of this event stems from its widespread appeal, which draws people of all ages and abilities. It supports a positive lifestyle that everyone should commit to, in order to foster a healthier society today and in the future.”

Fahad al-Qahtani, Group Executive Director of Qatar Foundation Administration, stressed that Qatar Foundation endeavours to organise a variety of sporting events throughout the year, which helps ensure that the objective of National Sport Day is continuous.

Ali al -Muftah, Executive Director of Support Services at Qatar Foundation, said that the large turnout at Qatar Foundation underscores the value of National Sport Day, and demonstrates a growing understanding among the wider community about the value of adopting a healthier lifestyle by participating in a variety of sports.

Qatar Foundation was full of excitement and energy, with popular sporting activities including running, football, basketball, tennis, swimming and cricket attracting many participants.

Children were thrilled to take part in cycling and tennis competitions, in addition to a number of exciting swimming pool games. Ping pong, basketball, and water sports tournaments were also organised for children with disabilities.

Members of the community were given the wonderful opportunity to watch a number of exceptional showjumping and dressage demonstrations at Al Shaqab, in addition to a presentation of pure breed Arabian horses. There were also special activities for children in the indoor arena and horse carriage rides. Elsewhere, a friendly cricket match was played between employees of Qatar Foundation.

In keeping with National Sport Day celebrations, the Community Services Department at Qatar Foundation invited participants to enjoy an exhibition on ‘Popular Qatari Sports’, which showcased the traditional Qatari pastimes played by children in the past.

Throughout the day, participants were encouraged to test their levels of fitness, as well as opportunities to have health checks. Qatar Biobank, a member of Qatar Foundation, set up a booth to give members of the public the chance to meet with a nurse and have their blood pressure measured and their body fat percentage calculated.

The action-packed day came to an end with a special awards ceremony at Al Shaqab to recognise and congratulate all the winners. Champions of the futsal competition held at Hamad bin Khalifa University Student Centre were awarded prizes, along with winners of the children’s cricket competition, inter-departmental football competition, women’s basketball tournament and running tournament.