Sports from Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

Dubai Basketball scores historic EuroLeague debut win

Dubai Basketball made a stunning debut in the EuroLeague on Tuesday night, defeating Serbian giants Partizan Mozzart Bet 89-76 in front of a roaring home crowd.
Sinner crushes Tien to claim China Open title

Jannik Sinner was back to his best in a 6-2 6-2 victory over American teenager Learner Tien in Wednesday's China Open final, as the world number two picked up his third title of the year and 21st tour-level trophy overall.
Frenchman Monfils to retire after 2026 season

Former world number six Gael Monfils will retire at the end of next season, the Frenchman said on Wednesday.
Mbappe hat-trick powers Real Madrid to crush Kairat in Champions League

Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid eased to a 5-0 victory over Champions League debutants Kairat Almaty on Tuesday, bouncing back emphatically from their weekend LaLiga defeat.
Osimhen scores from spot as Galatasaray beat Liverpool 1-0

Victor Osimhen scored from the spot as Galatasaray dealt Liverpool a stinging second successive defeat with a score of 1-0 on a tough Champions League night in Istanbul on Tuesday.

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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the USA
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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Noon's First Female Delivery Driver
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!