World Series Finals To Take Place In Front Of World's Tallest Building by Nathan Clarke April 10, 2016
- The Professional Squash Association (PSA) announced today that the
spectacular season-ending PSA Dubai World Series Finals will be staged
in Downtown Dubai, with Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, and
The Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest performing fountain, in the
background.
The tournament will take place from 24 - 28
May in a state-of-the-art squash court and innovative spectator venue
to be constructed in Burj Park, Downtown Dubai.
The ‘PSA
Dubai World Series Finals' will take place in Dubai for the next three
years and players competing in this prestigious event will have to rank
in the top eight for both men and women on the ‘PSA Road to Dubai
Standings’.
Speaking at a press conference to unveil the
venue location today Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, His
Excellency Saeed Hareb said:
“This venue will provide a
fantastic and unique sporting arena for the athletes who have worked so
hard to qualify for this event, and for the hundreds of spectators we
are expecting to come and witness the best in the world battle it out
for this prestigious title.
“Hosting the PSA Dubai World
Series Finals further strengthens Dubai’s position as a leading sports
destination, and we are delighted to add squash to our already
impressive portfolio of world-class sport finals hosted in Dubai. Given
its multi-cultural population, Dubai has a deep passion for squash as
evidenced by over 1000 courts available across the emirate. As a city
synonymous with innovation, Dubai Sports Council seeks to use the
emirate’s state-of-the-art facilities in new and exciting ways to raise
the bar of major event delivery and enhance the sporting experience for
both athletes and spectators. We look forward to welcoming the world’s
very best squash players to compete in the heart of Downtown Dubai.”
The
PSA Dubai World Series Finals is yet another example of not only the
regional presence of squash but also Dubai’s growing reputation for
hosting world-class events, end of season tournaments and its strong
position as a home for racquet sports. The World Series Finals comes to
Dubai following an agreement between the PSA and Dubai Sports Council,
facilitated by Falcon and Associates.
Commenting on the venue announcement, PSA Chairman, Ziad Al-Turki said:
“The
PSA World Series Finals is the most high-profile stage of the tour and
we are delighted to have partnered with Dubai to host the 2016
season-finale in Burj Park. With fantastic views of Burj Khalifa, this
tournament is set to be an exhilarating occasion and the perfect close
to months of elite competition.”
President of the UAE Squash Association, Major General Abdul Aziz Al Bannai added:
“Over
the years Dubai has become a hub for world-class talent across a number
of disciplines, we are looking to build on the already strong presence
of squash in the country and increase our reputation as an
international home for racquet sports. Working with both the Dubai
Sports Council and the PSA means we are in a great position to further
promote squash and encourage even more people in the UAE to start
playing this fantastic sport.”
Those interested in watching
the world’s best players in action live can buy tickets through
Ticketmaster online here:
https://www.ticketmasteruae.ae/etkinlik-grup/699890/ALL/en.
About Dubai Sports Council: Dubai
Sports Council was founded on November 30, 2005 with the aim of
developing and improving sport in Dubai. It aims to create a
comprehensive sports environment that meets the requirements of society
and paves the way for the youth to cultivate their sporting and
cultural talents and aptitudes in a way that leads them to achieve
tangible results, so that Dubai can become a leading name in the world
of sports. Website: www.dubaisportscouncil.ae
About Falcon and Associates: Falcon
and Associates FZ-LLC is an independent strategic advisory and
implementation company working on behalf of the Dubai leadership to
enhance the Emirate’s position as a global hub for finance, business
and tourism. Falcon partners with government and private entities to
build on the Emirate’s many successes to date, helping it fulfil its
long-term potential. Website: www.falconandassociates.ae
About Emaar: Emaar
Properties PJSC, listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is a global
property developer and provider of premium lifestyles, with a
significant presence in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia. One of
the world’s largest real estate companies, Emaar has total assets
valued at over US$ 42 billion and a land bank of approximately 195
million sq m in Dubai and key international markets. With a proven
track-record in delivery, Emaar has handed over 39,800 residential
units in Dubai and other global markets since 2001. Emaar has over
690,000 sq m of recurring revenue generating assets, and 13 hotels and
resorts, with 1,950 rooms. Today, around 60 per cent of the company’s
revenues are from its shopping malls & retail, hospitality &
leisure and international subsidiaries. Burj Khalifa, the world's
tallest building, and The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and
entertainment destination, are among Emaar’s trophy developments.
www.emaar.com
Downtown Dubai Quick Facts: US$20 billion development Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, 828m high The world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination, The Dubai Mall 30,000 homes; over 9,000 already handed over The Dubai Mall at 12 million sq ft 73 metre wide and 3.5 km long Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard 14,000 car parking facility at The Dubai Mall 12-hectare Burj Lake and 3-hectare Burj Park Spectacular 500 ft musical fountain, The Dubai Fountain, in Burj Lake Dubai Trolley, featuring the world’s first hydrogen-powered street trolley trams
Burj Khalifa Facts & Figures: A
‘vertical city’ and ‘A Living Wonder,’ Burj Khalifa is the world’s
tallest building developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, anchoring Downtown
Dubai. Standing at 828 metres (2,716.5 ft) in height, Burj Khalifa is
home to several world-firsts. It features over 1.85 million sq ft of
residential space and over 300,000 sq ft of prime business space, in
addition to Armani Hotel Dubai and exclusive and private Armani
Residences Dubai.
Additionally, the tower includes
recreational and leisure facilities such as four luxurious pools,
clubs, an exclusive residents’ lounge, health & wellness facilities
and At.mosphere, the world’s highest restaurant.
The
highpoint of the Burj Khalifa experience, which welcomes visitors from
around the world, is the mesmerising views from its observation decks:
At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY which combines tours to levels 148 and 125
and At the Top, Burj Khalifa located on level 124. At the Top, Burj
Khalifa SKY holds the Guinness World Record for the ‘highest
observation deck.’
Guinness World Records: Tallest building in the world Tallest free-standing structure in the world Highest number of stories in the world Highest occupied floor in the world Highest outdoor observation deck in the world (At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY) Elevator with the longest travel distance in the world Tallest service elevator in the world
