Estonia's historic champion Alexander Smirnov won the gold medal in the men's over-40 table tennis category at the Masters Games - Abu Dhabi 2026. He defeated Egypt's Ahmed Tariq, who took home the silver medal. The Estonian champion is a prominent star in table tennis, having won over 40 gold medals in his career across local, European, and international tournaments. Ahmed Tariq advanced to the knockout stage after securing first place in the group stage, navigating the rounds of 32, 16, quarterfinals, and semifinals to reach the final match. Meanwhile, the curtain will fall tomorrow, Monday, on the Abu Dhabi 2026 Masters Games with a closing ceremony held on Al Maryah Island, preceded by numerous finals for this global event. Held for the first time in the Middle East, it has drawn a record-breaking participation of over 25,000 athletes from around the world. Tomorrow will also feature a Family Race with wide participation from all nationalities and ages, celebrating movement, community spirit, and the sustainable legacy of the games. One of the day's highlights was the start of camel racing at Al-Wathba, one of the UAE's most time-honored traditional sports, where the event brought together participants and spectators, reflecting the games' commitment to celebrating both international sport and local heritage. Falconry competitions also continued at the Hamdan bin Mohammed Centre for Heritage, shedding light on the nation's rich cultural legacy and offering visitors a unique chance to discover one of its oldest sporting traditions.
