Al-Ahly Tripoli’s basketball team continues to shine and secures its second victory in the Dubai International Championship.
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Match between Al-Ahli Tripoli and Beirut of Lebanon in the Dubai International Basketball Championship, Saturday, January 24, 2026.
The Al-Ahli Tripoli basketball team continued its strong performances in the Dubai International Championship, achieving its second consecutive victory. This time, it came against the Syrian team Al-Karamah with a wide margin of 99 to 66, in the tournament currently being held in Dubai.
Al-Ahli Tripoli appeared in excellent form from the start of the match, imposing its technical and physical superiority. It successfully controlled the course of the game thanks to collective performance and tactical discipline, securing the encounter with a comfortable margin and confirming its readiness to compete strongly in the championship.
The Libyan basketball representative began its journey in the championship with a notable and deserved victory over the title holder, Beirut of Lebanon, with a score of 85 – 75, in a match where the team delivered a high level of play that earned praise from followers.
With this second victory, Al-Ahli Tripoli strengthens its chances of successfully continuing its journey in the Dubai International Championship, confirming its strong presence among the region’s top teams, as it awaits its upcoming matches where it aims to maintain positive results and achieve the best possible participation.
Al-Ahli Tripoli
Al-Ahli Tripoli is a major sports club in Libya, most famous for its football team, which was founded in 1950. Historically, it has been one of the country’s most successful and popular clubs, winning numerous national championships and serving as a significant cultural institution in Tripoli.
Dubai International Championship
The Dubai International Championship is a professional golf tournament on the European Tour, first held in 2009. It was created as a flagship event at the Jumeirah Golf Estates, featuring its famous Earth course, and has historically served as the season-ending finale for the tour’s Race to Dubai.
Beirut
Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon, with a history dating back over 5,000 years. It has been ruled by various empires, including the Phoenicians, Romans, and Ottomans, and is known for its diverse cultural heritage and vibrant urban life. The city has undergone significant reconstruction following a prolonged civil war that ended in 1990.
Lebanon
Lebanon is a country in the Middle East with a rich history as a crossroads of civilizations, including the ancient Phoenicians, Romans, and Ottomans. It is known for its diverse cultural and religious heritage, as well as historical sites such as the Roman ruins at Baalbek and the coastal city of Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
Dubai
Dubai is a major global city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates, historically a small fishing and pearling village. Its modern transformation began with the discovery of oil in the 1960s, but it is now best known for its ambitious architecture, luxury shopping, and tourism, having strategically diversified its economy.
Al-Karamah
Al-Karamah is a town in Jordan best known for the Battle of Karamah in 1968, where Jordanian and Palestinian forces engaged Israeli troops. The battle, whose name means “dignity” in Arabic, is commemorated as a symbol of resistance and is a significant event in modern Jordanian history.
Syrian
Syria is a country in the Middle East with a rich cultural history, being home to ancient civilizations like the Ebla and Ugarit and later part of major empires including the Roman and Ottoman. Its historical sites, such as the ancient city of Palmyra and the old city of Damascus, are UNESCO World Heritage sites, though many have suffered damage during the recent conflict.