Competition heats up at Al Wahda Mall

Jay Asser 18:34 30/08/2016
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  • It's a hit: Play table tennis at Al Wahda Mall's Sports Lounge.

    With the temperatures still keeping UAE residents from fully enjoying the outdoors, the mall is a great place to convene during the summer.

    Al Wahda Mall, located in the heart of Abu Dhabi, is a one-stop solution for anyone in the capital who is searching for something to do.

    Aside from the usual shopping and dining options that come standard with every mall, Al Wahda Mall also caters to sports lovers with their Sports Lounge, which is hosting the Al Wahda Premier League at the moment.

    The annual event is a badminton and table tennis tournament held until September 5. Though the action is already under way, spectators can witness some of the best amateur players in the region compete head-to-head from trophies, certificates and gift vouchers worth Dh20,000.

    For those who want to get

    involved, the Sports Lounge, spread across Lobby 1 and Lobby 2 in the basement of the mall’s new extension, offers badminton, table tennis, cricket, billiards and video game consoles PS4 to visitors.

    It’s a cool way to unwind and release some stress after a day at work, or while enjoying the company of friends or family as you make your way through the mall.

    Event details

    • What: Al Wahda Mall’s Sports Lounge
    • Where: Lobby 1 and Lobby 2 in Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi
    • When: Tournament runs until September 5, with the mall open from 10:00 daily
    • Contact: Visit www.alwahda-mall.com for more information

    Mohammed Nauman Thakur, general manager at Al Wahda Mall, said: “We at Al Wahda Mall, are always looking at unique initiatives to engage with our visitors and offer them more, every time they visit the mall. We look forward to being a one-stop- shop solution for our visitors, where they are constantly visiting us for more reasons than one.

    “The mall promotes a healthy community spirit through the upcoming sports tournament and I am looking forward to see some energy, enthusiasm and sportsmanship in the mall premises.

    “Visitors can still enjoy their time shopping at the mall and dining at varied restaurants and at the same time participate in the tournaments by registering themselves or by being mere spectators and boosting on the adrenaline of the players.

    “With the Sports Lounge at AWM we focus on both physical and mental well-being of visitors, as both are the prerequisites of great achievements for everyone.”

    Check out Al Wahda Mall’s Sports Lounge for yourself and enjoy some competitive action in the capital today.

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