D
oha, Qatar: On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani participated in the 15th edition of Qatar’s National Sport Day held at Doha Golf Club on Tuesday morning.
The Amir played golf alongside players from various age groups, as well as members of the national golf team, underscoring His Highness’s keenness to support the practice of sport, foster a culture of physical activity, and encourage members of society to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle.
The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, also extended his wishes through his social media account.
He wrote in an Arabic post, which roughly translates to, “Qatar Sports Day, an annual occasion to highlight the importance of sports and healthy practices. Wishing you all a happy Sports Day.”
The Amir shared several photos, including one of him playing golf, another showing him watching a young golfer take a shot, and a third with the members of the national golf team at the Doha Golf Club.
Key Activities
Golf Participation: HH the Amir played golf alongside members of the national golf team and players from various age groups.
Promoting Wellness: His participation was intended to underscore the importance of physical activity and encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles across society.
Official Message: Through a post on X (formerly Twitter), HH the Amir stated that the day serves as an annual occasion to highlight the value of sports as a daily habit.
Event Context
Slogan: The 2026 National Sport Day was held under the slogan “I Chose Sport”.
Nationwide Participation: This year’s celebrations included more than 250 events across public parks and sports venues throughout Qatar.
Other Locations: While the Amir was at the Doha Golf Club, other major events took place at Aspire Zone, Msheireb Downtown Doha, and Education City.
HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani is an avid sportsman with a deep background in tennis, alongside other athletic pursuits.
Competitive Tennis Career: HH the Amir has played tennis since childhood and was a member of the Qatari national tennis team. He famously captained the Qatar Junior Tennis Team to victory in the 1993 Gulf Cooperation Council Under-16s Championship.
Other Practiced Sports: Beyond tennis, he is known to practice football, swimming, and falconry.
Recent Sporting Activities:
Padel (2025):In 2025, he celebrated National Sport Day by playing padel with students and the junior national padel team.
Sports Leadership: He previously served as the President of the Qatar Olympic Committee and is a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). He is a frequent attendee at major tennis events in Doha, such as the Qatar ExxonMobil Open and the Qatar TotalEnergies Open.
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