Dubai Games Strengthens Collaboration With DAMAC For Three-Year Partnership To Boost Sports In Dubai

The Organising Committee of DUBAI GAMES, a leading team sports event in Dubai, has announced a strategic partnership with DAMAC Group for three years. This collaboration is under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. It highlights DAMAC's commitment to enhancing Dubai's reputation as a global sports hub and a lively city.

Ali Sajwani, Managing Director of DAMAC Properties, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. He stated, "DUBAI GAMES exemplifies the spirit of teamwork, resilience, and innovation. After a successful edition last year, we are thrilled to announce our support for the coming editions of the GAMES, which we anticipate to be bigger, stronger and more exciting. At DAMAC, we value the opportunity to challenge ourselves, collaborate as a cohesive team, and embrace the values of determination and endurance. This event not only allows us to contribute to a shared sense of community but also underscores our commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and determination. We look forward to demonstrating our collective strength and collaborative spirit at this prestigious event."

Marwan bin Essa, Director of Dubai Games, remarked on the significance of this partnership. He said, "We are thrilled to join forces with DAMAC Properties through this memorandum of understanding. This partnership strengthens our collaboration with leading national institutions, reflecting our shared values of cooperation, teamwork, and innovation. Together, we aim to elevate Dubai’s status as a global hub for sports and community engagement. We deeply appreciate DAMAC’s continued support, which ensures the championship’s global prominence and highlights Dubai’s excellence in hosting world-class events."

The sixth edition of DUBAI GAMES will feature over 240 teams competing across four categories: Battle of the Government (Men and Women), Battle of the Community, Battle of the Cities, and Battle of the Juniors. The total prize pool is set at over AED3.1 million.

DUBAI GAMES 2025 will commence with qualifiers for the Battle of the Community on 1st February at DAMAC Hills. The Battle of the Juniors will follow on 8th February. The main championship will take place from 20th to 23rd February 2025 at Dubai Festival City.

This partnership between DAMAC and DUBAI GAMES highlights public-private collaboration's role in initiatives that improve life quality. The event serves as an inspiration for youth to adopt an active lifestyle aligned with Dubai's values.

With inputs from WAM