Tag: Doha

After year-long layoff, Federer returns with a win in Doha

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DOHA, Qatar — After more than a year out, Roger Federer started his 24th season on tour with a win. ...

Russia to host another round of talks on Afghanistan

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MOSCOW — Russia said Tuesday it will host a round of talks on Afghanistan that will bring together representatives of the government and the...

Bautista Agut beats Opelka at Qatar Open

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DOHA, Qatar — Recent Montpellier finalist Roberto Bautista Agut overcame 22 aces from Reilly Opelka to beat the American 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the...

‘I was down’: Federer had hard time before 2nd knee surgery

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DOHA, Qatar — Roger Federer never seriously contemplated retirement while he was away from the tennis tour for more than a year. He did...

Qatar up for 2032 Olympics bid despite IOC backing Brisbane

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DOHA, Qatar — Qatar was still committed Friday to bidding for the 2032 Olympics despite the IOC heading into exclusive talks with top choice...

Petra Kvitova, Garbiñe Muguruza advance to Qatar Open final

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DOHA, Qatar — Petra Kvitova and Garbiñe Muguruza both advanced to the Qatar Open final on Friday, one winning in straight sets and the...

How and why the IOC could find a 2032 Olympic host so soon

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GENEVA — After years of costly and time-consuming competitions to host the Olympics, the race to stage the 2032 Summer Games might just have...

‘No restrictions’ on bikinis for beach volleyball in Doha

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DOHA, Qatar — There will be “no restrictions” against female beach volleyball players wearing bikinis during a tournament in Qatar, the sport's governing body...