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Revision as of 21:38, 13 October 2023 by DMPenAd (talk | contribs) (-- Draft creation using the WP:Article wizard --)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Liwa Sport Club (LSC) is a prominent sports club located in the Dhafra Region of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The club is primarily known for organizing the annual Liwa International Festival, a two-week cultural extravaganza held in December at the Moreeb Dune. The festival is officially named "Liwa" followed by the consecutive year, for example, the festival held from December 16-31, 2022, was called "Liwa 2023." The event is prepared for and managed by Liwa Sport Club in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi).
History
Liwa Sport Club was initially established as the Abu Dhabi Motors Club in Madinat Zayed, Dhafra, Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It was approved by the Abu Dhabi Executive Council on September 17, 2003, and the General Authority of Youth and Sport Welfare on October 23, 2004. The club's main focus was on hosting car and motorbike races in the Dhafra region. In 2013, the club expanded its activities and added new sports and events, leading to its name change to Liwa Sport Club (LSC). It is also informally referred to as Al Gharbia Sport Club.
Liwa Sport Club has a rich history in car and motorbike racing and has established itself as one of the prominent clubs in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. It hosts and manages various races and tournaments that attract participants and visitors from all over the world.
Liwa International Festival
The Liwa International Festival, organized by Liwa Sport Club and the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, is the flagship event of the club. It features a wide range of sports and activities, including classic car competitions, UTV motorsport racing, equestrian and falconry competitions, camel races, horse races, car stunts, sand drag bike races, and more. The festival attracts over 20,000 visitors and competitors each year.
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, representative of the ruler in the Al Dhafra region, the festival showcases the rich cultural heritage, traditions, and sporting spirit of the UAE. It offers a unique experience for both participants and spectators, combining thrilling sports competitions with entertainment and cultural events.
Sports and Activities
Liwa Sport Club organizes and participates in various local and Gulf tournaments. Some of the sports and activities associated with the club include:
- Classic Car competition
- UTV Motorsport racing
- Freestyle Drift
- Camel Race
- Car stunt
- Sand drag bike
- Liwa Cycling Challenge
- Liwa International Festival/ Moreeb Dune race
- National Day Sport Festival
- Equestrian and Falconry Competitions in the Al Dhafra region
- Al Dhafra Sea Festival
- Liwa Sports Union Day Festival
- Liwa Freestyle Drift Season
- Al Marfa water sport Festival
These activities cater to a diverse range of sporting interests and attract participants mainly from different parts of the UAE and the Gulf region.
Celebrity Visitors
The Liwa International Festival has attracted notable celebrity visitors, including Steve Harvey, Tyrese Gibson, and Cody Walker.
Liwa Sport Club continues to play a significant role in promoting sports and cultural activities in the region, contributing to the development of the sporting landscape in the UAE. Through its annual festival and year-round events, the club provides opportunities for sports enthusiasts and visitors to engage in thrilling competitions, experience local traditions, and celebrate the rich heritage of the region.
References
- ^ "Liwa International Festival returns 16-31 December 2022 Under the patronage of Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan". department of culture and tourism abu dhabi. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
- "نبذة عنا". نادي ليوا الرياضي (in Arabic). Retrieved 2023-10-13.
- "Media Reports". Liwa Sport Club. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
- "About Us". Liwa Sport Club. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
- "Liwa Moreeb Dune Festival 2023". Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - "ختام مهرجان "ليوا الدولي"وتتويج الفائزين في منافسات صعود التل". wam. January 1, 2022. Retrieved 2023-10-13.
- Skirka, Hayley (2022-12-18). "Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed visits Liwa International Festival". The National. Retrieved 2023-10-13.