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Tiger roars to top of table
Formula One driver Michael Schumacher and golf’s Tiger Woods are the two biggest earning sport stars in the world, according to the latest celebrity rich list.
Qatar unveils sports project
A major new sports academy has been unveiled in Qatar – designed to ensure it develops home grown talent in future years.
Emirates jets in to Scotland
Dubai-based airline Emirates has confirmed it will be an official sponsor of golf’s 2004 Barclays Scottish Open.
WTA launches TV service
The WTA has launched its television news service this week – the latest initiative to try and boost interest levels in the sport.
EDS tees up extension
Business technology specialist EDS has extended its title sponsorship of golf’s EDS Byron Nelson Championship through 2010.
Event sailing to success
A major new multi-million dollar round-the-world yacht race – spearheaded by sailor Tracy Edwards (pictured) – has taken a massive step forward after six teams were unveiled for next year’s inaugural event.
ICC in Dubai HQ talks
Cricket’s world governing body the ICC is in negotiations to move its headquarters away from Lord’s in London and into the Middle East.
GPWC threat ‘over’ says Mosley
Motorsport governing body president Max Mosley has declared the threat of a breakaway league in 2008 'over' after teams agreed in principal to a revolution in the way the sport is run and structured.
Squash heads to Bermuda
The Professional Squash Association (PSA) and the Bermuda Squash Rackets Association (BSRA) are celebrating a record $350,000 agreement which will bring two flagship PSA Tour events to the tiny island.
UAE bowls up new venue
A new $22m cricket stadium in the Middle East is to be officially opened next month.
Israel home ban lifted
The UEFA Executive Committee has lifted the ban on home matches in Israel for all UEFA competitions.
IMG’s new tourism target
Sports marketing giant IMG is expanding into global tourism as it looks to increase its consultancy base.
QSi delight at exhibition
Organisers of Doha’s second Qatar Sports International exhibition have hailed the event a massive success.
QSi signs off more deals
The Qatar Sports International exhibition in Doha has witnessed yet more millions change hands as the event drew to a close.
QSi hosts business bonanza
The Qatar Sports International (QSi) exhibition in Doha has hosted the signing of a string of multi-million dollar deals for four major sports projects.
Bahrain GP gets royal approval
Bahrain has hailed its debut Grand Prix on the Formula One circuit a great success, and said it paves the way for future sporting events.
Dorfman joins new motor series
A major new global motorsport series is to be launched next year – with nations rather than individuals battling it out for glory.
Dubai’s Autodrome inaugurated
A major new $95m motorsport venue in the Middle East has been inaugurated.