September 30, 2012 will live long in the memory of the European team that gatecrashed an all-American party in Chicago and departed with team golf's most gleaming prize.
For much of the opening two days at the 39th Ryder Cup, the Stars and Stripes flew high above Medinah Country Club. A Friday that began with Graeme McDowell's opening drive concluded with the United States 5-3 up, Saturday's morning session stretching home advantage to four points.
Chants of "U-S-A, U-S-A" filled the galleries as by afternoon the score crept to 10-4. Then, as darkness approached and with Ian Poulter possessed, Europe snatched two late points to offer hope.
Trailing 10-6, Jose Maria Olazabal's men, sent out in the colours of the late Seve Ballesteros, had to match the landmark turnaround achieved by the US at Brookline in 1999.
Yet the greatest comeback in Ryder Cup history was stolen, Europe triumphing 14.5-13.5 to create the "Miracle at Medinah".
Nicolas Colsaerts's record 10-under-par debut that saved his four-ball with Lee Westwood; Justin Rose's implausible putt on the penultimate hole against Phil Mickelson; Rory McIlroy almost missing his duel with Keegan Bradley; Martin Kaymer's six-footer on 18 in the second-last tussle to retain the trophy. The German's nerveless stroke led to Tiger Woods's conceding a half with Francesco Molinari.
Europe had prospered. Together for the first time since that wild September night, the 12 European players recount tales of their improbable transformation.
Luke Donald (def. Bubba Watson 2 and 1)
"In the grand scheme of things, with Tiger in close, [my tee shot on 17 on Saturday afternoon was my best of the year]. At that moment it didn't seem like it mattered much - we were already down 10-4.
"But obviously we knew we needed to get every point possible, and without that and obviously without the heroics of Ian behind us, those two points certainly gave us the boost we needed to garner the confidence that helped us with that momentous comeback on Sunday.
"We left the cup a lot closer as a team. Any time you get together like that for a week's intense meetings, and the pressure on the course, you leave as better friends."
Ian Poulter (def. Webb Simpson 2 up)
"So many memories it's impossible to pick one. Justin's 45-footer on 17 on Sunday; Martin's putt on 18 to retain the trophy; my birdie on 18 on Saturday night to turn it around.
"Just the whole thing: the captain, vice captains, stuff behind the scenes. The group hug we had with Jose in the locker room afterwards was very emotional, and his words to me personally will stay with me for a long time.
"Everyone was so emotional. We were being beaten hands down, not looking good for a long time yet pulled off the greatest comeback in Ryder Cup history. And to do it for a captain like Jose Maria Olazabal, it doesn't get any better than that."
Rory McIlroy (def. Keegan Bradley 2 and 1)
"Caroline [Wozniacki] was in Beijing, so I was on Skype to her for nearly an hour. When I hung up I'd still an hour and 45 minutes to go before my tee time.
"So it was perfect: have shower, get dressed and get my stuff together. It was about 20 minutes to the course and I was leaving with an hour and 20 to go.
"I got a phone call - I'd a couple of missed calls but didn't know the number so didn't pick up - from my manager saying 'Rory, you at the course?' He thought I was winding him up. Luckily, they had a state trooper downstairs who could bypass the traffic and get me there on time. But it was the most worried, most nervous, and most panicked I've ever been going to the course."
Justin Rose (def. Phil Mickelson 1 up)
"It's the feeling of celebrating as a team. I played for a [poor] local football team so it was the first chance to win anything as a group. And popping corks on the bridge, sharing that with the loyal European fans.
"They'd tried their best to lift us all week, had a tough couple days, being battered by the American support and not having a lot to sing about ... that's when you really realise, 'Wow, it's really worth it.'
"[With those birdie putts on 17 and 18] you definitely get caught up in the moment. You realise how much other people want you to make putts, wanting the win so badly."
Paul Lawrie (def. Brandt Snedeker 5 and 3)
"It was important for at least four of our first five to win. The turning point was Justin's victory over Phil - how he won was quite incredible; there's no way he should have.
"After that we all thought, 'Man, this is possible.' I looked around at the board and could see points all over the place for us. And as much as it was a snowball for us, it was the opposite for them.
"You could see them saying, 'Oh my God, this is getting messy, getting tight.' I was there in '99 when the shoe was on the other foot. It was fantastic to be part of it. It might never happen again: 10-6 down, away from home."
Nicolas Colsaerts (lost to Dustin Johnson 3 and 2)
"Obviously 17 is the one that stands out. When you're faced against the wall, knowing Tiger is going to make birdie, you've got to give it the best chance you have.
"It was just another one that found the hole. My reaction was taken the wrong way; some people said I was rubbing it in with the crowds. But that wasn't my intention. It's one of those very uncontrolled reactions that the tournament makes you do.
"It's pretty cool to watch it back - goose bumps, pure entertainment. I'd seen parts but when you see the continuity, the way it happened since day one, most of us still find it pretty hard to believe."
Graeme McDowell (lost Zach Johnson 2 and 1)
"Saturday afternoon, 18th green, in the twilight in the Poulter/McIlroy match. Poults had just birdied the last four holes and I watched him make that 15 footer on the last. He gave the usual Poulter reaction, but the look on Rory's face was as if to say, 'Who is this animal?'
"That was the turning point. It was the first bit of momentum we had for two days and there was an unnecessary amount of belief within the team room after that. Everyone was charged up.
"When we saw the singles draw we knew, on paper, we could win every match. Whatever little semblance of belief we did have increased significantly with Poults's putt on 18."
Sergio Garcia (def. Jim Furyk 1 up)
"There are so many great things, even before Sunday, but the hug from Martin after he holed the putt and then everybody coming together, that's the one that sticks in my mind. I was just hoping he'd hole it. I didn't want to think about Bernhard Langer [at Kiawah Island in 1991] or anything else, just send him as much positive energy as possible.
"Ryder Cups are all special but this one a little bit more because Jose was captain and it was our first without Seve. Some of the speeches from Jose were unbelievable. He had us crying almost every time he opened his mouth. He tells them with so much energy and enthusiasm - just amazing."
Peter Hanson (lost to Jason Dufner 2 up)
"On the bridge, when everything was over. You're there ... with all your teammates with people down below, cheering and singing. I've never seen 35,000 people leave a golf course that quickly. It was a bit surreal because the atmosphere around the green was electric, and then Martin made that putt.
"Also, the speech Olly held on Wednesday had a personal connection with all of us and pretty much everyone in the room was in tears. It was about his relationship with the cup and then he put it into context with all of us. To have Seve there as well, playing with him on your sleeve, was so, so special."
Lee Westwood (def. Matt Kuchar 3 and 2)
"I almost fell in love with [Colsaerts] that day at Medinah. He said he's watched the highlights DVD - it must be all him on the Friday. I've been watching the cup since 1985, played in eight, and it was just staggering [what happened on Sunday]. It was the same as Brookline - we were on the other end of that - so there were a few of us, like me and Sergio, who knew what it was like when momentum starts to change.
"We tried to impress that on a few in the team room, and you could see that out there, with the people and the players. Poults holing that putt [on 18 on Saturday], I can't put into words how important that was."
Martin Kaymer (def. Steve Stricker 1 up)
"The last two or three holes were the most exciting I've played in my life. Obviously, 18 was just brilliant, no other word to describe it than outstanding.
"Everybody thinks I must've had a special thought, but if you think about missing, or failing, or what the Ryder Cup is worth, then you don't focus on the main thing: a putt, uphill, inside right - just make a really good stroke.
"I'd never felt so much pressure and excitement before. You see that in my reaction. It's a big gift that not a lot of athletes have. I was fortunate enough to be in the situation to make history and gained a lot of belief in myself."
Francesco Molinari (halved with Tiger Woods)
"It was a huge relief when I saw Martin hole his putt and everyone going crazy. Part of me wanted to run down the fairway and celebrate with them, but I still had to finish my match. It was just a fantastic feeling, so much adrenalin after the tension.
"It was a great gesture for Tiger to give me the putt and for all the European team it meant something to win, not only to retain the cup. I kind of laughed when I saw I was going out last because I thought, 'Here we go again.' It was a nice thought of the captain putting me last - it meant he trusted me."
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THE BIO
Favourite place to go to in the UAE: The desert sand dunes, just after some rain
Who inspires you: Anybody with new and smart ideas, challenging questions, an open mind and a positive attitude
Where would you like to retire: Most probably in my home country, Hungary, but with frequent returns to the UAE
Favorite book: A book by Transilvanian author, Albert Wass, entitled ‘Sword and Reap’ (Kard es Kasza) - not really known internationally
Favourite subjects in school: Mathematics and science
Fixtures
Wednesday
4.15pm: Japan v Spain (Group A)
5.30pm: UAE v Italy (Group A)
6.45pm: Russia v Mexico (Group B)
8pm: Iran v Egypt (Group B)
Manchester United v Liverpool
Premier League, kick off 7.30pm (UAE)
The bio
Who inspires you?
I am in awe of the remarkable women in the Arab region, both big and small, pushing boundaries and becoming role models for generations. Emily Nasrallah was a writer, journalist, teacher and women’s rights activist
How do you relax?
Yoga relaxes me and helps me relieve tension, especially now when we’re practically chained to laptops and desks. I enjoy learning more about music and the history of famous music bands and genres.
What is favourite book?
The Perks of Being a Wallflower - I think I've read it more than 7 times
What is your favourite Arabic film?
Hala2 Lawen (Translation: Where Do We Go Now?) by Nadine Labaki
What is favourite English film?
Mamma Mia
Best piece of advice to someone looking for a career at Google?
If you’re interested in a career at Google, deep dive into the different career paths and pinpoint the space you want to join. When you know your space, you’re likely to identify the skills you need to develop.
TV (UAE time);
OSN Sports: from 10am
If you go
- The nearest international airport to the start of the Chuysky Trakt is in Novosibirsk. Emirates (www.emirates.com) offer codeshare flights with S7 Airlines (www.s7.ru) via Moscow for US$5,300 (Dh19,467) return including taxes. Cheaper flights are available on Flydubai and Air Astana or Aeroflot combination, flying via Astana in Kazakhstan or Moscow. Economy class tickets are available for US$650 (Dh2,400).
- The Double Tree by Hilton in Novosibirsk ( 7 383 2230100,) has double rooms from US$60 (Dh220). You can rent cabins at camp grounds or rooms in guesthouses in the towns for around US$25 (Dh90).
- The transport Minibuses run along the Chuysky Trakt but if you want to stop for sightseeing, hire a taxi from Gorno-Altaisk for about US$100 (Dh360) a day. Take a Russian phrasebook or download a translation app. Tour companies such as Altair-Tour ( 7 383 2125115 ) offer hiking and adventure packages.
if you go
The flights
Emirates fly direct from Dubai to Houston, Texas, where United have direct flights to Managua. Alternatively, from October, Iberia will offer connections from Madrid, which can be reached by both Etihad from Abu Dhabi and Emirates from Dubai.
The trip
Geodyssey’s (Geodyssey.co.uk) 15-night Nicaragua Odyssey visits the colonial cities of Leon and Granada, lively country villages, the lake island of Ometepe and a stunning array of landscapes, with wildlife, history, creative crafts and more. From Dh18,500 per person, based on two sharing, including transfers and tours but excluding international flights. For more information, visit visitnicaragua.us.
RESULTS
5pm: Maiden (PA) Dh 80,000 (Turf) 1,200m
Winner: AF Majalis, Tadhg O’Shea (jockey), Ernst Oertel (trainer).
5.30pm: Maiden (PA) Dh 80,000 (T) 1,400m
Winner: Sawt Assalam, Szczepan Mazur, Ibrahim Al Hadhrami.
6pm: Maiden (PA) Dh 80,000 (T) 1,400m
Winner: Foah, Fabrice Veron, Eric Lemartinel.
6.30pm: Wathba Stallions Cup Handicap (PA) Dh 70,000 (T) 1,400m
Winner: Faiza, Sandro Paiva, Ali Rashid Al Raihe.
7pm: Handicap (PA) Dh 80,000 (T) 1,600m
Winner: RB Dixie Honor, Antonio Fresu, Helal Al Alawi.
7.30pm: Rated Conditions (TB) Dh 100,000 (T) 1,600m
Winner: Boerhan, Ryan Curatolo, Nicholas Bachalard.
If you go
The flights
Return flights from Dubai to Santiago, via Sao Paolo cost from Dh5,295 with Emirates.
The trip
A five-day trip (not including two days of flight travel) was split between Santiago and in Puerto Varas, with more time spent in the later where excursions were organised by TurisTour.
When to go
The summer months, from December to February are best though there is beauty in each season
LA LIGA FIXTURES
Saturday (All UAE kick-off times)
Valencia v Atletico Madrid (midnight)
Mallorca v Alaves (4pm)
Barcelona v Getafe (7pm)
Villarreal v Levante (9.30pm)
Sunday
Granada v Real Volladolid (midnight)
Sevilla v Espanyol (3pm)
Leganes v Real Betis (5pm)
Eibar v Real Sociedad (7pm)
Athletic Bilbao v Osasuna (9.30pm)
Monday
Real Madrid v Celta Vigo (midnight)
The biog
Name: James Mullan
Nationality: Irish
Family: Wife, Pom; and daughters Kate, 18, and Ciara, 13, who attend Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS)
Favourite book or author: “That’s a really difficult question. I’m a big fan of Donna Tartt, The Secret History. I’d recommend that, go and have a read of that.”
Dream: “It would be to continue to have fun and to work with really interesting people, which I have been very fortunate to do for a lot of my life. I just enjoy working with very smart, fun people.”
Europe’s rearming plan
- Suspend strict budget rules to allow member countries to step up defence spending
- Create new "instrument" providing €150 billion of loans to member countries for defence investment
- Use the existing EU budget to direct more funds towards defence-related investment
- Engage the bloc's European Investment Bank to drop limits on lending to defence firms
- Create a savings and investments union to help companies access capital
'How To Build A Boat'
Jonathan Gornall, Simon & Schuster
Super Rugby play-offs
Quarter-finals
- Hurricanes 35, ACT 16
- Crusaders 17, Highlanders 0
- Lions 23, Sharks 21
- Chiefs 17, Stormers 11
Semi-finals
Saturday, July 29
- Crusaders v Chiefs, 12.35pm (UAE)
- Lions v Hurricanes, 4.30pm
A State of Passion
Directors: Carol Mansour and Muna Khalidi
Stars: Dr Ghassan Abu-Sittah
Rating: 4/5
RESULTS
6.30pm Al Maktoum Challenge Round-1 Group One (PA) US$65,000 (Dirt) 1,600m
Winner RB Money To Burn, Fabrice Veron (jockey), Eric Lemartinel (trainer).
7.05pm Handicap (TB) $175,000 (Turf) 1,200m
Winner Ekhtiyaar, Jim Crowley, Doug Watson.
7.40pm UAE 2000 Guineas Trial Conditions (TB) $100,000 (D) 1,600m
Winner Commanding, Richard Mullen, Satish Seemar.
8.15pm Singspiel Stakes Group Two (TB) $250,000 (T) 1,800m
Winner Benbatl, Christophe Soumillon, Saeed bin Suroor.
8.50pm Handicap (TB) $135,000 (T) 1,600m
Winner Zakouski, William Buick, Charlie Appleby.
9.25pm Al Maktoum Challenge Round-1 Group Two (TB) $350,000 (D) 1,600m
Winner Kimbear, Pat Dobbs, Doug Watson.
10pm Dubai Trophy Conditions (TB) $100,000 (T) 1,200m
Winner Platinum Star, Christophe Soumillon, Saeed bin Suroor.
10.35pm Handicap (TB) $135,000 (T) 1,600m
Winner Key Victory, James Doyle, Charlie Appleby.
Scores
Scotland 54-17 Fiji
England 15-16 New Zealand
The Breadwinner
Director: Nora Twomey
Starring: Saara Chaudry, Soma Chhaya, Laara Sadiq
Three stars
PRIMERA LIGA FIXTURES
All times UAE ( 4 GMT)
Saturday
Atletico Madrid v Sevilla (3pm)
Alaves v Real Madrid (6.15pm)
Malaga v Athletic Bilbao (8.30pm)
Girona v Barcelona (10.45pm)
Sunday
Espanyol v Deportivo la Coruna (2pm)
Getafe v Villarreal (6.15pm)
Eibar v Celta Vigo (8.30pm)
Las Palmas v Leganes (8.30pm)
Real Sociedad v Valencia (10.45pm)
Monday
Real Betis v Levante (11.pm)
Juventus v Napoli, Sunday, 10.45pm (UAE)
Match on Bein Sports
US Industrial Market figures, Q1 2017
Vacancy Rate 5.4%
Markets With Positive Absorption 85.7 per cent
New Supply 55 million sq ft
New Supply to Inventory 0.4 per cent
Under Construction 198.2 million sq ft
(Source: Colliers)
The specs
AT4 Ultimate, as tested
Engine: 6.2-litre V8
Power: 420hp
Torque: 623Nm
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Price: From Dh330,800 (Elevation: Dh236,400; AT4: Dh286,800; Denali: Dh345,800)
On sale: Now
How to donate
Send “thenational” to the following numbers or call the hotline on: 0502955999
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If you go
The flights
Emirates (www.emirates.com) and Etihad (www.etihad.com) both fly direct to Bengaluru, with return fares from Dh 1240. From Bengaluru airport, Coorg is a five-hour drive by car.
The hotels
The Tamara (www.thetamara.com) is located inside a working coffee plantation and offers individual villas with sprawling views of the hills (tariff from Dh1,300, including taxes and breakfast).
When to go
Coorg is an all-year destination, with the peak season for travel extending from the cooler months between October and March.
The Freedom Artist
By Ben Okri (Head of Zeus)
Dr Afridi's warning signs of digital addiction
Spending an excessive amount of time on the phone.
Neglecting personal, social, or academic responsibilities.
Losing interest in other activities or hobbies that were once enjoyed.
Having withdrawal symptoms like feeling anxious, restless, or upset when the technology is not available.
Experiencing sleep disturbances or changes in sleep patterns.
What are the guidelines?
Under 18 months: Avoid screen time altogether, except for video chatting with family.
Aged 18-24 months: If screens are introduced, it should be high-quality content watched with a caregiver to help the child understand what they are seeing.
Aged 2-5 years: Limit to one-hour per day of high-quality programming, with co-viewing whenever possible.
Aged 6-12 years: Set consistent limits on screen time to ensure it does not interfere with sleep, physical activity, or social interactions.
Teenagers: Encourage a balanced approach – screens should not replace sleep, exercise, or face-to-face socialisation.
Source: American Paediatric Association
SHOW COURTS ORDER OF PLAY
Centre Court (4pm UAE/12pm GMT)
Victoria Azarenka (BLR) v Heather Watson (GBR)
Rafael Nadal (ESP x4) v Karen Khachanov (RUS x30)
Andy Murray (GBR x1) v Fabio Fognini (ITA x28)
Court 1 (4pm UAE)
Steve Johnson (USA x26) v Marin Cilic (CRO x7)
Johanna Konta (GBR x6) v Maria Sakkari (GRE)
Naomi Osaka (JPN) v Venus Williams (USA x10)
Court 2 (2.30pm UAE)
Aljaz Bedene (GBR) v Gilles Muller (LUX x16)
Peng Shuai (CHN) v Simona Halep (ROM x2)
Jelena Ostapenko (LAT x13) v Camila Giorgi (ITA)
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA x12) v Sam Querrey (USA x24)
Court 3 (2.30pm UAE)
Kei Nishikori (JPN x9) v Roberto Bautista Agut (ESP x18)
Carina Witthoeft (GER) v Elina Svitolina (UKR x4)
Court 12 (2.30pm UAE)
Dominika Cibulkova (SVK x8) v Ana Konjuh (CRO x27)
Kevin Anderson (RSA) v Ruben Bemelmans (BEL)
Court 18 (2.30pm UAE)
Caroline Garcia (FRA x21) v Madison Brengle (USA)
Benoit Paire (FRA) v Jerzy Janowicz (POL)
THE TWIN BIO
Their favourite city: Dubai
Their favourite food: Khaleeji
Their favourite past-time : walking on the beach
Their favorite quote: ‘we rise by lifting others’ by Robert Ingersoll
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RESULTS FOR STAGE 4
Stage 4 Dubai to Hatta, 197 km, Road race.
Overall leader Primoz Roglic SLO (Team Jumbo - Visma)
Stage winners: 1. Caleb Ewan AUS (Lotto - Soudal) 2. Matteo Moschetti ITA (Trek - Segafredo) 3. Primoz Roglic SLO (Team Jumbo - Visma)
RESULTS: 2018 WORLD CUP QUALIFYING - EUROPE
Albania 0 Italy 1
Finland 2 Turkey 2
Macedonia 4 Liechtenstein
Iceland 2 Kosovo 0
Israel 0 Spain 1
Moldova 0 Austria 1
Serbia 1 Georgia 0
Ukraine 0 Croatia 2
Wales 0 Ireland 1
What can you do?
Document everything immediately; including dates, times, locations and witnesses
Seek professional advice from a legal expert
You can report an incident to HR or an immediate supervisor
You can use the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation’s dedicated hotline
In criminal cases, you can contact the police for additional support
Key figures in the life of the fort
Sheikh Dhiyab bin Isa (ruled 1761-1793) Built Qasr Al Hosn as a watchtower to guard over the only freshwater well on Abu Dhabi island.
Sheikh Shakhbut bin Dhiyab (ruled 1793-1816) Expanded the tower into a small fort and transferred his ruling place of residence from Liwa Oasis to the fort on the island.
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Shakhbut (ruled 1818-1833) Expanded Qasr Al Hosn further as Abu Dhabi grew from a small village of palm huts to a town of more than 5,000 inhabitants.
Sheikh Khalifa bin Shakhbut (ruled 1833-1845) Repaired and fortified the fort.
Sheikh Saeed bin Tahnoon (ruled 1845-1855) Turned Qasr Al Hosn into a strong two-storied structure.
Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa (ruled 1855-1909) Expanded Qasr Al Hosn further to reflect the emirate's increasing prominence.
Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan (ruled 1928-1966) Renovated and enlarged Qasr Al Hosn, adding a decorative arch and two new villas.
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan (ruled 1966-2004) Moved the royal residence to Al Manhal palace and kept his diwan at Qasr Al Hosn.
Sources: Jayanti Maitra, www.adach.ae
Pad Man
Dir: R Balki
Starring: Akshay Kumar, Sonam Kapoor, Radhika Apte
Three-and-a-half stars
Fixtures
Tuesday - 5.15pm: Team Lebanon v Alger Corsaires; 8.30pm: Abu Dhabi Storms v Pharaohs
Wednesday - 5.15pm: Pharaohs v Carthage Eagles; 8.30pm: Alger Corsaires v Abu Dhabi Storms
Thursday - 4.30pm: Team Lebanon v Pharaohs; 7.30pm: Abu Dhabi Storms v Carthage Eagles
Friday - 4.30pm: Pharaohs v Alger Corsaires; 7.30pm: Carthage Eagles v Team Lebanon
Saturday - 4.30pm: Carthage Eagles v Alger Corsaires; 7.30pm: Abu Dhabi Storms v Team Lebanon
Asia Cup Qualifier
Final
UAE v Hong Kong
Live on OSN Cricket HD. Coverage starts at 5.30am
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Afghanistan squad
Gulbadin Naib (captain), Mohammad Shahzad (wicketkeeper), Noor Ali Zadran, Hazratullah Zazai, Rahmat Shah, Asghar Afghan, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Najibullah Zadran, Samiullah Shinwari, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Dawlat Zadran, Aftab Alam, Hamid Hassan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
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MATCH INFO
Inter Milan 1 (Martinez 18' pen)
Juventus 2 (Dybala 4', Higuain 80')
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THE APPRENTICE
Director: Ali Abbasi
Starring: Sebastian Stan, Maria Bakalova, Jeremy Strong
Rating: 3/5
West Indies v India - Third ODI
India 251-4 (50 overs)
Dhoni (78*), Rahane (72), Jadhav (40)
Cummins (2-56), Bishoo (1-38)
West Indies 158 (38.1 overs)
Mohammed (40), Powell (30), Hope (24)
Ashwin (3-28), Yadav (3-41), Pandya (2-32)
India won by 93 runs
The biog
Simon Nadim has completed 7,000 dives.
The hardest dive in the UAE is the German U-boat 110m down off the Fujairah coast.
As a child, he loved the documentaries of Jacques Cousteau
He also led a team that discovered the long-lost portion of the Ines oil tanker.
If you are interested in diving, he runs the XR Hub Dive Centre in Fujairah
The specs
Price: From Dh529,000
Engine: 5-litre V8
Transmission: Eight-speed auto
Power: 520hp
Torque: 625Nm
Fuel economy, combined: 12.8L/100km
Match info:
Manchester City 2
Sterling (8'), Walker (52')
Newcastle United 1
Yedlin (30')
LA LIGA FIXTURES
Thursday (All UAE kick-off times)
Sevilla v Real Betis (midnight)
Friday
Granada v Real Betis (9.30pm)
Valencia v Levante (midnight)
Saturday
Espanyol v Alaves (4pm)
Celta Vigo v Villarreal (7pm)
Leganes v Real Valladolid (9.30pm)
Mallorca v Barcelona (midnight)
Sunday
Atletic Bilbao v Atletico Madrid (4pm)
Real Madrid v Eibar (9.30pm)
Real Sociedad v Osasuna (midnight)
If you go
Flying
Despite the extreme distance, flying to Fairbanks is relatively simple, requiring just one transfer in Seattle, which can be reached directly from Dubai with Emirates for Dh6,800 return.
Touring
Gondwana Ecotours’ seven-day Polar Bear Adventure starts in Fairbanks in central Alaska before visiting Kaktovik and Utqiarvik on the North Slope. Polar bear viewing is highly likely in Kaktovik, with up to five two-hour boat tours included. Prices start from Dh11,500 per person, with all local flights, meals and accommodation included; gondwanaecotours.com
COMPANY PROFILE
Name: Kumulus Water
Started: 2021
Founders: Iheb Triki and Mohamed Ali Abid
Based: Tunisia
Sector: Water technology
Number of staff: 22
Investment raised: $4 million
On Instagram: @WithHopeUAE
Although social media can be harmful to our mental health, paradoxically, one of the antidotes comes with the many social-media accounts devoted to normalising mental-health struggles. With Hope UAE is one of them.
The group, which has about 3,600 followers, was started three years ago by five Emirati women to address the stigma surrounding the subject. Via Instagram, the group recently began featuring personal accounts by Emiratis. The posts are written under the hashtag #mymindmatters, along with a black-and-white photo of the subject holding the group’s signature red balloon.
“Depression is ugly,” says one of the users, Amani. “It paints everything around me and everything in me.”
Saaed, meanwhile, faces the daunting task of caring for four family members with psychological disorders. “I’ve had no support and no resources here to help me,” he says. “It has been, and still is, a one-man battle against the demons of fractured minds.”
In addition to With Hope UAE’s frank social-media presence, the group holds talks and workshops in Dubai. “Change takes time,” Reem Al Ali, vice chairman and a founding member of With Hope UAE, told The National earlier this year. “It won’t happen overnight, and it will take persistent and passionate people to bring about this change.”
Race card
6.30pm: Handicap (TB) $68,000 (Dirt) 1,200m
7.05pm: Meydan Cup – Listed Handicap (TB) $88,000 (Turf) 2,810m
7.40pm: UAE 2000 Guineas – Group 3 (TB) $125,000 (D) 1,600m
8.15pm: Firebreak Stakes – Group 3 (TB) $130,000 (D) 1,600m
9.50pm: Meydan Classic – Conditions (TB) $$50,000 (T) 1,400m
9.25pm: Dubai Sprint – Listed Handicap (TB) $88,000 (T) 1,200m
