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viernes, 6 de diciembre de 2019

In only one week's time, the FIA WEC will return to the Middle East for the Bapco 8 Hours of Bahrain (12-14 December).
The race weekend forms part of the Bahrain National Day festivities, with the WEC’s three days of action and one day of official testing (Sunday 15 December) offering plenty of entertainment on and off track. Away from the track, the four-day festival will include several concerts together with a vast array of stunt shows, entertainers, bands, performers and the circuit’s famous fireworks show.
The ticket price for the event is just 1 Bahraini Dinar per day for paddock and grandstand access. For ticketing information, please click HERE.
Click HERE to view the latest version of the event timetable.

Bahrain stat attack!

Some of our favourite statistics from the WEC's previous visits to Bahrain.
  • To date, 171 cars have combined for 28,844 racing laps at Bahrain International Circuit. The total distance covered equals 156,104 km, or 97,002 miles.
  • Bahrain 2015 saw all 32 of the starters take the chequered flag 6 hours later. A combined 5,713 race laps - or 19,213 miles, were covered, in what became the first full-duration race with a 100% finish rate. 
  • It is also the only circuit where Porsche, Aston Martin and Ferrari all swept the GTE fastest laps. Porsche set it in 2013 – by Lietz & Ruberti. Aston Martin in 2015 – Sørensen & Lamy, and again in 2016 – Adam & Lamy. Before Ferrari in 2017 – Rigon & Griffin.
For more statistics, read the full story HERE.

Buemi back in Bahrain ‘Homeland’

Sébastien Buemi is looking forward to racing again at the upcoming Bapco 8 Hours of Bahrain as he hunts down a potential third WEC title. 
The Toyota Gazoo Racing driver has an enviable record at the Middle Eastern venue having won on two occasions (2013 and 2017). In 2013, he took victory in the Japanese manufacturer’s first full WEC season as he partnered with Stéphane Sarrazin and Anthony Davidson.
Click HERE to read more. 

Peugeot teams up with Rebellion Racing for new Hypercar programme

Earlier this week, it was announced that Peugeot will partner with Swiss-based team Rebellion Racing for its participation in the WEC from 2022 onwards.
More news about the Peugeot hybrid-powered Hypercar programme is expected in the upcoming months. 
To read more, please click HERE.

FIA Hall of Fame celebrates endurance!

Earlier this week, the FIA Hall of Fame inducted past and present FIA World Endurance Champions at a star-studded ceremony in the heart of Paris. 
Staged at the prestigious Automobile Club de France, 27 of the 29 FIA World Endurance Champions attended the ceremony which was hosted by FIA President Jean Todt and attended by ACO’s President Pierre Fillon, President of the FIA Endurance Commission Richard Mille and FIA WEC CEO, Gérard Neveu.
Click HERE to view a selection of images from the event. 

Jan Magnussen to test with High Class Racing in Bahrain

Multiple 24 Hours of Le Mans class winner and North American sportscar champion Jan Magnussen is set to take part in the WEC Bahrain Rookie Test with Danish LMP2 team High Class Racing. 
“I'm excited to get behind the wheel of High Class Racing's ORECA during the Bahrain Rookie Test,” said Magnussen. “It's been a long time since I've been behind the wheel of a prototype. I'm looking forward to learning the characteristics of the 07 chassis, which has been hugely successful since its debut in 2017.”
The official test sessions at Bahrain International Circuit will run from 10h00 to 12h00 and from 13h00 to 16h00 on Sunday 15 December.  The latest test entry list can be found HERE.

Albuquerque explores home city in LMP2 car

United Autosports’ LMP2 driver Filipe Albuquerque did a unique promotion ahead of the final ELMS race in Portimão recently where he drove his LMP2 car through his hometown of Coimbra in Portugal. 
Albuquerque will be back on WEC duty for the Bapco 8 Hours of Bahrain next week.
Watch the video below.

Bahrain countdown: one week to go!

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lunes, 14 de mayo de 2018

The one-of-a-kind glamorous high jewellery necklace and ring, set in white gold, capture a spring garden in full bloom with dancing peacocks. Perfect for Spring-Summer festivities, this statement necklace features stacked motifs that are adorned with diamonds, emeralds and sapphires referencing blossom petals and peacock feathers. Alternating sapphire and emerald accents on the motif add visual interest to the bold necklace with a diamond-encrusted collier that entwines along the décolletage. 
Gem Details
Cocktail ring: Set in 18K white gold, and adorned with pear-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds (2.28 carats), round brilliant-cut blue sapphires (0.24 carats), round brilliant-cut emeralds (.20 carats) and pear-cut Colombian emerald (1.57 carats).

Statement necklace: Set in 18K white gold, and accented with pear-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds (38.24 carats), The one-of-a-kind glamorous high jewellery necklace and ring, set in white gold, capture a spring garden in full bloom with dancing peacocks. Perfect for Spring-Summer festivities, this statement necklace features stacked motifs that are adorned with diamonds, emeralds and sapphires referencing blossom petals and peacock feathers. Alternating sapphire and emerald accents on the motif add visual interest to the bold necklace with a diamond-encrusted collier that entwines along the décolletage. 
Gem Details
Cocktail ring: Set in 18K white gold, and adorned with pear-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds (2.28 carats), round brilliant-cut blue sapphires (0.24 carats), round brilliant-cut emeralds (.20 carats) and pear-cut Colombian emerald (1.57 carats).

Statement necklace: Set in 18K white gold, and accented with pear-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds (38.24 carats),
Model and Humanitarian Jessica Kahawaty chose Avakian at the 71st Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of  “Blackkklansman”

     

The Swiss Jewellery House of Avakian pays homage to the glitz, glamour and charm of old Hollywood with exquisite new additions to its Gatsby Collection. The high jewellery bracelet, in white gold, combines geometric shapes and pastel hues rendered using amethysts, white pearls, white enamel and diamonds.

The striking drop earrings are a creative play on bold colour combinations and geometric shapes. Taking an understated approach to design, accents in enamel and gemstones subtly remain in the limelight, while each small geometric element lends the Gatsby earrings a flexible wearability – the versatility is hinged on the brand’s core design philosophy. The Maison, which launched the Gatsby amethyst earrings last year, has brought out new variations in turquoise and red coral, owing to the huge success of the collection.


Gatsby Collection – Amethyst jewels
1. High Jewellery Amethyst Bracelet – Set in white gold and embellished with white enamel, 266 round brilliant-cut amethysts, 228 round brilliant-cut diamonds (1.86 carats), 98 pearls, 2 kite-shaped amethysts and 14 amethyst beads.
2. Amethyst Earrings – Set in white gold and adorned with diamonds (1.08 carats)

Actress Michelle Rodriguez chose Avakian at the 71st Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of “Blackkklansman”

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martes, 3 de abril de 2018


To kick off the annual Hong Kong Sevens festivities with a bang and more than a splash, the Hong Kong Tourism Board has arranged for a larger-than-life-sized 25-metre inflatable rugby ball to float through Victoria Harbour this April.

And that’s not all — the 2017 champions, the South African Sevens team, went along for the ride. Known by fans as the “Blitzbokke” (or “lightning rugby”), the 2017 victors were invited by the Hong Kong Tourism Board to pose alongside the gigantic 10-storey-tall rugby ball for an epic photo op for the next viral social media sensation. The South African team is also the reigning World Rugby Sevens Series Champion and Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist. It is currently leading this year’s Sevens Series, after a strong showing in the first six tournaments.

From April 3 to 8, spectators can catch the epically proportioned rugby ball float through picturesque Victoria Harbour and marvel at the full-blown wonder in person. Be sure to have your camera or phone ready!

Larger-than-Life Inflatable Rugby Ball to Make Full-Blown Splash in Victoria Harbour for Hong Kong Sevens

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domingo, 22 de octubre de 2017


  •  Main Stage to feature celebrity appearances and exciting line up of fitness acts and events
  • Come and Try Fitness, Children’s Fun & Fitness and Nutrition and Healthy Living Zones located across the park
  • Mass Mala Yoga event planned with over 1,500 participants expected
  • Extreme and action sports specialists XDubai to perform a signature stunt

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – October 19, 2017: The much-awaited Dubai Fitness Challenge kicks off at Safa Park this weekend with an incredible two days of celebrity appearances, fun activities, team and individual sports, stage acts and a host of events to keep the adults, kids and entire families energised. Former England football captain and Manchester United player, Rio Ferdinand, will be in attendance to lead the festivities and encourage both children and adults to embrace an active lifestyle. The opening weekend carnival kicks off the 30-day, first of its kind challenge aiming to make Dubai one of the most active cities in the world.  Commencing at 1 p.m. until 9 p.m. Friday October 20, join Dubai’s residents as they get their #Dubai30X30 goals off to a flying start.

With all the action starting this week, make sure the Opening Weekend event is in your diary. Playing host to an amazing line-up of celebrity training sessions, live shows and the opportunity to try over 40 exciting sports and activities, all ages and fitness levels will find exciting new activities to experience and get active.  Committing to a healthy lifestyle has never been easier, especially with the host of community engagement and family friendly programmes.

Rio Ferdinand, who played 81 times for England and is the winner of six Premier League titles and one Champions League medal comments: “I am massively into my fitness and it has always been a big part of my life. The Dubai Fitness Challenge is really exciting for me and I’m happy to be involved., I train regularly not just for myself physically, but also for my mind, for 30 minutes it can be the most chilled out time of your day mentally. I believe that regardless of whatever age we are, we need to be more active, more motivated and influenced by people to understand that being active, being fit and generally just moving should be part of our lifestyle. I look forward to being in the great city of Dubai soon and getting involved; see you there.”

Celebrity Virgin Radio RJ’s, Kris Fade, Big Rossi and James Everton will be on stage and working the crowds, taking part in their own fitness challenges and giving out a host of sporting prizes to lucky participants.

One of the weekend highlights will be the free Global Mala – or “mala around the earth” – hosted by YogaFest Dubai and expected to draw a massive crowd. This event is part of a worldwide effort to unite people through positivity, intention and mindfulness. Inspired by traditional mala beads – or a 108-bead strand used by yogis to aid in meditation, salutations and more – the Global Mala Project’s “mala around the earth” is a gathering aimed at yoga, service and collective action. At Dubai’s Global Mala, five qualified instructors will lead the two-hour yogathon, which will comprise 108 sun salutations of classical hatha yoga. Build a healthier you and experience the meaning of true community spirit at the Global Mala, welcoming all levels of yoga practitioners who are 16 years and above.

Highlights on the Main Stage at the Safa Park Weekend Fitness Carnival include:

  • Football legend and former England player, Rio Ferdinand will top the sporting celebrity line-up, showcasing his own training routine and joining in with the Football Freestylers show
  • Star of UK TV show, “The Biggest Loser”, Rob ‘The Killer’ Edmunds will be live on the main stage getting the crowd to work up a sweat by bringing to life just some of the training seen in the popular programme including a boot camp session
  • Inspiring Emirati CrossFit and Red Bull athlete, Shaikha Al Qassimi will demonstrate how she maintains her incredible fitness and competitiveness by getting participants involved with her own special training regime
  • Sharmila Dance, best described as a wonderland of imagination, art, unique choreographies and with a vision to make dance more known and accessible in the Middle East will showcase amazing dance routines that make activity fun
  • The Bollywood Workout is a high intensity Bollywood cardio workout. Move to the heart pumping beats of Bollywood, get ready to feel that muscle burn and unleash your inner swagger
  • NRG Boxing is a mix of martial arts to high energy tunes, using cardio and plyometric training to help develop footwork skills, shadow boxing, core focus, hand to eye coordination as you punch away the pounds
  • Golds Gym -
Just some of the sports at the Come and Try Fitness Zone include American Football, Basketball, Boxing, Cricket, Golf, Plyo Box Vertical Jump, Strength Training, Suspension Training, Touch Rugby and Volleyball.

Meanwhile, the Children’s Fun and Fitness Zone includes bubble soccer, a climbing wall, trampolines, an inflatable assault course, Horse Hoppers in addition to football skills, drills, training and games on small pitches. Budding footballers can come and tackle a ball control parkour challenge plus try their luck at penalty shootout competitions, a dribbling slalom, freekicks and even the best goal celebration. Also inspiring kids to get more active will be Les Mills Born to Move classes, designed to set young people up with a lifelong love of physical activity.

Extreme and action sports specialists XDubai will perform a signature stunt with the X-factor to mark the official opening of Dubai Fitness Challenge, expect the unexpected from the team who aim to make Dubai the adrenaline capital of the world. Additionally, performers from the spectacular La Perle, Dubai’s very first state-of-the-art resident show, will descend on the Opening Weekend Carnival to demonstrate how they keep fit for their thrilling action-packed performances.

As the city takes the Dubai Fitness Challenge of 30 minutes of daily activity for 30 days from 20 October – 18 November, everyone is encouraged to take this opportunity to make a fitness a lifestyle choice not just for themselves but also for their family and friends. Make sure you are registered and ready to take the Dubai Fitness Challenge, so come along on 20 and 21 October and make a real change to your lifestyle.

Dubai Fitness Challenge has been created to motivate Dubai’s citizens, residents and visitors to boost their physical activity and commit to 30 minutes of daily activity for 30 days. Running from October 20 to November 18, 2017, the challenge encompasses all forms of activity – from beach cricket, cycling, football to paddle-boarding, team sports, walking and yoga and everything in between.  All ages and fitness levels are encouraged to participate on their own or with friends, family and colleagues and enjoy new and exciting ways to improve their fitness levels. Participants should simply track their performance on the Dubai Fitness Challenge app once the challenge starts.

DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE IS HERE - FREE SPECTACULAR OPENING WEEKEND CARNIVAL TO KICK OFF THE 30-DAY MOVEMENT AT SAFA PARK ON 20 & 21 OCTOBER

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viernes, 7 de abril de 2017

Under the Patronage of His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin
Khalifa Al Thani, everyone is invited to enjoy a wonderful day at the grand
opening event of the first live entertainment super regional mall!

Doha, Qatar, 7 April 2017Qatar’s ultimate destination for shopping, dining and family entertainment - Mall of Qatar announced its awaited Grand Opening Ceremony on April 8, 2017. The event will be an unparalleled celebration and a memorable day. The special event will be packed full of thrilling festivities, world class shows and live entertainment specially curated, designed and implemented to reflect the vision and direction of the State of Qatar.

Visitors will be able to celebrate the event with a variety of exciting activities that will take place throughout the 8th of April. The multi-national awarded classical crossover vocal group - Il Divo, will amaze crowds with their musical performance. Live stage shows include: Shaolin Warriors, martial-arts prowess of more than 20 kung Fu masters who will demonstrate over a thousand years of Chinese martial-arts culture; the Dinosaur Zoo live performance is one for all the family to meet and interact with an eye-popping collection of amazingly life-like dinosaurs and other creatures; among many other performances. The grand opening is a day not to be missed, with a full fiesta of free entertainment around the mall and throughout day for the public to enjoy.

“We are very pleased to announce the Grand Opening of Mall of Qatar that will take place on April 8, and we are honored of the patronage of His Highness the Father Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani. Mall of Qatar is the ultimate destination for friends and families and we strive to provide our visitors with unprecedented retailtainment every day. Our grand opening is no exception and visitors can expect one of a kind experiences never seen before in Qatar! It will be a pivotal day for Qatar and we look forward to welcoming you all to an unforgettable event,” said Rony Mourani, General Manager, Mall of Qatar.

Mall of Qatar is a brand new shopping concept which has been introduced to the people of Qatar and is capturing the imagination of the entire nation with 500,000 sq. m of innovative shopping, top-notch recreation and remarkable leisure options.

The Highly Anticipated Grand Opening Date of Mall of Qatar has been Announced; April 8th is the Big Day!

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