Sports from Saturday, December 6th, 2025
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Verstappen on pole for F1's Abu Dhabi title-decider
Max Verstappen has taken pole position for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, with McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris alongside on the front row and Oscar Piastri qualifying third.
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Hamilton crashes as Russell keeps title favourite Norris off the top in final practice
Lewis Hamilton crashed his Ferrari in the final practice session of the Formula One season in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, with Mercedes' George Russell denying McLaren's championship leader Lando Norris a sweep of fastest times.
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Desert Vipers overcome Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in thriller
The Desert Vipers made it two wins in two matches after securing a hard-fought two-wicket win over the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday.
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West Indies snatch draw after epic Greaves double hundred
Justin Greaves struck an epic unbeaten 202 against a depleted New Zealand attack to help West Indies snatch a memorable draw in the opening Test at Christchurch's Hagley Oval on Saturday.
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RTA expands trial taxi ride-sharing servicesDubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to expand the scope of its taxi ride-sharing service for a six-month trial period.
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UAE community packs over 10 million meals for GazaOver 10 million meals have been packed in record time to be sent to families in Gaza during a community drive held by The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) at Dubai's Exhibition Centre on Sunday.
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Dubai arrests leader of European criminal gangDubai Police have arrested Marko Dordevic, leader of a major international criminal gang, known as the "Vraçarci" clan or the Witchcrafters.
