Dubai: The seventh edition of Dubai Games kick-started competitions on 12th February under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. The tournament brings together government entities, private sector partners and the wider community in a joint showcase of unity that reflects team spirit and integrated efforts.
According to Emirates News Agency, the expanding network of partnerships reflects the shared commitment of the Dubai Games 2026 Organising Committee and the event’s partners to consolidate Dubai’s position as a global destination for world-class sporting events. With its professional delivery, sustainable social impact, and growing international recognition, Dubai Games has become a key fixture on the global sporting calendar.
Khalfan Juma Belhoul, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, expressed pride in the ongoing partnership with the seventh edition of the Dubai Games, emphasizing the event’s embodiment of Dubai’s vision to promote sports as an essential lifestyle component. He underscored the commitment to supporting major sporting events that attract global teams and organizations, contributing to a positive and sustainable impact on community health and quality of life.
Belhoul further noted that the Dubai Games represent a model for competitions that combine physical readiness with mental focus, promoting values such as challenge, ambition, and teamwork. These values reflect the spirit of unity upon which Dubai’s sports system is founded.
He highlighted the Dubai Sports Council’s focus on events that unite diverse societal segments, including government and private institutions, professionals and amateurs. Belhoul appreciated the substantial family presence at the event, which underscores sports as a communication medium between generations, aligning with the ‘Year of the Family’ objectives to bolster family cohesion and promote sports as a shared community health and happiness space.
Belhoul affirmed that the Dubai Games align with the pillars of the Dubai Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033 by encouraging community participation in physical activities, expanding the base of sports participation, and supporting the hosting of high-quality local and international events. The event contributes to solidifying Dubai’s position as a leading global city in the sports industry and achieving the strategy’s goals of fostering an active, healthy, and sustainable society.
Abdulla bin Damithan, Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, remarked that the Dubai Games reflect the emirate’s spirit, uniting communities through sport and teamwork. Now in its fourth year as a partner, the Games continue to spotlight the importance of planning and discipline, qualities that shape daily work. This week, 14 DP World colleagues from 13 functions will represent the corporation in the competition, showcasing the strength derived from trust, commitment, and collaboration.
Hasan Al Mazroui, Member of the Dubai Games 2026 Organising Committee, stated that the Games draw their identity from Dubai’s ethos, which is ambitious, bold, and inspiring. The event conveys a clear human message about the achievements possible when teams collaborate. Partners reinforce the Games’ position, bringing the One Team, One Spirit principle to life.
Al Mazroui highlighted that the success of Dubai Games begins behind the scenes with meticulous operational planning, reflecting Dubai’s expertise in hosting major events and ensuring a safe, seamless experience for teams and spectators. Emphasizing safety in design, site readiness, response plans, and management of athletes and spectators, the Games continue to enhance their operational model as categories expand and attendance grows, collaborating with all stakeholders. He extended gratitude to partners at Dubai Health, Dubai Police, the Event Security Committee, and Dubai Media Incorporated for their dedication to delivering a unique experience befitting Dubai’s name.
Dubai Games 2026 is held from 12th to 15th February, in official partnership with DP World; Diamond Partnership with DAMAC, Beyond Developments, and Emirates Petroleum Company (Emarat); Gold Partnership with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Unilabs Middle East, and Al Gurg Group; and Strategic Partnership with the Dubai Sports Council.
The championship is further supported by sponsors such as Dubai Festival City (Venue Partner), Al-Futtaim Automotive, First Abu Dhabi Bank, du, Red Bull, Mai Dubai, the Arabian Radio Network (ARN), and Dubai Media Incorporated, alongside Dubai Health, Dubai Ambulance, Dubai Police, and the Event Security Committee.
