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Ryan Milhan won the UAE's maiden gold medal at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, defeating France's Madi Sou 2-0 in the men's singles badminton final. The victory marked a historic achievement in the Emirati delegation's participation history at the event.
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UAE Judo Team — The Emirates' junior and youth judoka secured seven medals at the West Asia Judo Championships in Amman: two gold via Saqr Al Otaibi (under 66kg) and Masoud Al Musmari (under 55kg), three bronze, and two silver from female competitors Nada Rashed Al Ghafri and Noof Saeed.Fujairah Equestrian Series — Fujairah emirate will host three international horse-racing tournaments in December under the patronage of Sheikh Mohamed bin Hamad bin Mohamed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, running from December 4-13 across Arabian, dressage, and show-jumping events.Al Khaleej Balloon Team — UAE ONE, representing the Emirates, made the first Arab appearance at Japan's 39th SIBFO Pacific Hot Air Balloon Festival in Saga city, carrying messages of peace and cultural exchange to international audiences.Hani Abu Rida Addresses Media on Egypt Coach Stability — Egypt Football Association president Hani Abu Rida continues efforts to contain a reported crisis over head coach Hesham Hassan's future, amid speculation about player influence on the technical leadership decision.What to Watch:
Zamalek face Egypt Insurance in the Egypt Cup Round of 32 on Friday, November 6, at Cairo International Stadium (8:00 PM Egypt time), seeking to recover after a recent loss to Wadi Degla. Al Ahly host Zamalek in a basketball semi-final second leg the same evening at 6:00 PM Egypt time.