On the Radar: Abu Dhabi GP, PAK v ENG, Xerox Golf

Sport360 staff 20:55 22/11/2015
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    There is no end of sport to get involved in or watch in the UAE this week and here are Sport360's top picks.

    From the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to the T20 series and the return of the hugely popular Fit & Furious event, there is something for everyone in the Emirates this week.

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    MEET AND GREET WITH BARCELONA LEGEND XAVI
    Monday, November 23

    Xavi.

    Here’s your chance to meet global football superstar Xavi Hernandez when the former Barcelona legend helps open the new flagship GO Sport store in Dubai.

    The Spanish maestro, who now plays for Qatar-based professional club Al Sadd, will make a visit to the Emirate for an in-store appearance at the adidas zone in Mall of the Emirates on Monday

    Venue: GO Sport, Mall of the Emirates 
    More info: Adidas

    ACTIVE SPORTS ACADEMY
    Monday, November 23

    Great offer: Those looking to be a part of the camps can avail of fabulous discounts.

    Established in 1994 and providing Premium Sports Coaching at all levels, as well as Tournaments, Events and Holiday Sports programmes. 

    Active Sports' offer professional coaching for children & adults, at an extensive list of Dubai venues and in a wide range of sporting disciplines including: WaterBabies, Swim Development, Performance Swim Squads, Adult Swim, Soccer, Tennis, Basketball, Gymnastics and Karate.

    Venue: Across Dubai and Abu Dhabi 
    More info: Active UAE

    THE BURN ROOM
    Tuesday, November 24

    Women can train among those of similar strength and fitness, which reduces the stress.

    Burn Room – a ladies-only gym – is far from a stereotypical place to workout.  You’ll find punch bags, ropes, boxes and medicine balls for the type of people that like to train without going on machines. The classes involve functional and innovative exercises so the girls can feel the ‘burn’ without having to do tedious workouts that involve things like biking and running. 

    Where: Al Quoz, Industrial Area 3
    Contact: 04 3806969

    PAKISTAN vs ENGLAND
    Thursday, November 26

    Pakistan take on England in the first of three T20 in UAE on Thursday. 

    Witness this exciting match as the teams battle it out for a third time this Autumn in a different format.

    Venue: Dubai Sports City

    XEROX CORPORATE GOLF CHALLENGE
    Thursday, November 26

    The 15th Xerox Corporate Golf Challenge qualifying round takes place at the picturesque The Els Club.

    Two-player teams are invited to join the tournament, the winners of which will play in the grand finals at the end of the year in Ras Al Khaimah.

    On top of enjoying a fun day of golf on one of the UAE's premier courses, participants will have the opportunity for networking with peers both on and off the course.

    Venue: The Els Club
    Website: Xerox Golf

    LABOR RUN
    Friday, November 27

    Runners have the choice to compete in either the 3km, 5km or 10km races.

    All runners are invited to take part alongside labourers in this month’s Labour Run to bring together the UAE’s running community.

    While labourers will compete in the 3k, other runners can take part in the 5k and 10k distances. The 5k and 10k winners in each age category will earn special trophies, medals, sports bags, vouchers.

    There will also be lucky draws for all participants, with a chance to walk away with prizes worth up to Dh30,000.

    Venue: Sonapur Muhaisnah 2
    Website: Premier Online

    ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX
    Friday, November 27 – Sunday, November 29

    Entering its seventh year, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix rolls into town on the  27, 28, 29 November and is the only twighlight race on the calendar. 

    The Middle East’s biggest event is one of the standout sporting experiences of the year with plenty to keep any fan interested on and off the track – from the thrill of Ferrari World to the concerts on the Corniche. 

    Whoever wins the race, the atmostphere in the capital always provides the perfect setting for the end of the Formula 1 season.

    Venue: Yas Marina Circuit
    Website: Formula One

    FIT & FURIOUS
    Saturday, November 28

    Fit & Furious will see 20 teams battle it out for national glory.

    Its nation against nation as 20 pre-qualified teams will go head-to-head in an intense and exciting military stretcher-style race.

    The event is designed to raise money and awareness for charity and provides and opportunity for the UAE fitness community to engage in some friendly but fierce competition.

    In each leg of the race, the weight on the stretcher will increase from 20kg up to as much as 400kg. Each event will take five minutes but will require a mix of strength, speed and endurance.

    Venue: The English College
    Facebook: Fit & Furious

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