A celebration of sport, fitness at Msheirib Downtown Doha

Msheireb Downtown Doha (MDD) Tuesday hosted National Sport Day amid a festive atmosphere. Several sport, fitness and fun activities were held with the participation of people from different walks of life and ages. “The atmosphere at Msheireb speaks volumes about the spirit of National Sport Day. You can feel the enthusiasm of the participants and the positive energy that they get while they are here,” said an Indian expatriate who had gone to MDD to take part in the activities there.
The events started with the Msheireb Community Walk at 9am with the participation of the public and dignitaries. This was followed by a day of outdoor sport activities at Sikkat Wadi Msheireb. The streets of Msheireb hosted football, basketball, badminton, fitness activities, table tennis and games for children and teenagers. There were also designated areas for children with recreational activities such as face painting and balloon design. There were also outdoor and indoor sports classes by Cyqlone along with exclusive women-only classes.
“We are here to feel the vibe of National Sport Day while taking a pledge to get engaged in physical activities. The celebrations spread the culture of sport and encourage individuals like me to follow a healthy and active lifestyle,” said another participant. The football activities with PSG Academy evoked a good response from children and teenagers with many being introduced to new lessons while showcasing their football skills.