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This is a nation, which is serious about its sport. Sports lovers will be overwhelmed by the menu of activities on offer in Dubai. It has the enthusiasm, the climate and the facilities to participate
and host a number of important international events.
Golf has dashed in popularity since Dubai opened the first grass course in the Middle East in 1988. Presently, Dubai is an exciting golfing destination with the unique distinction of being the only golfing center in the world to host major international tournaments on both the European and Asian PGA circuits.
The championship standard grass courses challenge the skills of
most experiences players. The prominent golf courses include
Emirates Golf club, Dubai Creek Golf and Yatch club, Nad Ali
Sheba club, Jebel Ali hotel & Golf resort and Dubai Country
club
The
sports of the kings has rapidly most spectacular event. This inherent Arab love of horses has found modern expression at the Dubai Horse Show and Polo Club, and horseracing events are now a regular attraction.
However, nothing can challenge the local people's passion for camel-racing and falconry.
Motoring enthusiasts are turning rally driving into a major sport. Dubai hosts the final of a series of five international motor rallies held throughout the Gulf. Unexpected pleasures include ice-skating and skiing - but the slopes are of sand not snow. Dubai even has top class facilities for cricket and hockey. Less energetic recreation include snooker, chess, archery and shooting.
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