Doha:The Qatar Bowling Federation is set to host the 28th Asian Bowling Championships, commencing on Wednesday and running through November 23. This event will feature 168 players, with 108 men and 60 women participating from 18 Asian countries.
According to Qatar News Agency, Qatar's team comprises six players Jassim Mohammed Al Muraikhi, Mohammed Hamad Al Muraikhi, Bader Khalid Al Sada, Talal Ali Al Marri, Musaed Mohammed Al Muraikhi, and Abdullah Mohammed Al Dosari. The team is coached by Pedro Luis Mirani and assisted by Khalifa Ali Al Kubaisi.
The participating countries include China, Hong Kong, Jordan, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Kuwait, Macau, Malaysia, Oman, Pakistan, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, Chinese Taipei, the UAE, and Uzbekistan, alongside the host nation, Qatar.
The championships will involve singles, doubles, trios, team, and Masters events for both men and women. The official opening ceremony is scheduled for Thursday evening, with the first competitions beginning on Friday.
The event will culminate on November 22 with the Masters finals and step-ladder events, followed by the medal ceremonies. According to Abdullah Sultan Al Qattan, President of the Qatar Bowling Federation, preparations have been completed for the continental event, which is expected to attract senior officials from the Asian and international bowling federations, including Sheikh Talal Mohammed Al Sabah, President of the International, Asian, and Kuwait Bowling Federations.
