Doha, April 13 (QNA) - HE President of Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani has crowned Al Rayyan as champions of HH the Amir Handball Cup for the 2025–2026 season, after defeating Al Arabi 28–26.

His Excellency presented Al Rayyan with the the championship's trophy and gold medals, while Al Arabi, the runners-up, received the silver medals.

Held at Duhail Handball Sports Hall on Monday, the final saw Al Arabi finish the first half ahead with a score of 16–12. However, Al Rayyan mounted a comeback in the second half, overturning a four-goal deficit into a two-goal victory to officially claim the title.

President of the Qatar Handball Association, Ahmed Al Shaabi congratulated Al Rayyan on winning HH the Amir Handball Cup for the fifth time ever, praising their performance against Al Arabi in the final.

Al Shaabi also commended Al Arabi's efforts and noted the match's high technical and organizational standards, along with the game's large fan turnout. (QNA)