Exciting Weekend of Sports: Asia Cup, US Open, Spanish GP, and More

Sep 11, 2026

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Sep 11, 2026 09:32

Asia Cup final in Dubai, US Open finals, Spanish GP: The big Gulf News weekend sports preview

## Cricket – Women’s Asia Cup Final

The Women’s Asia Cup concludes this Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India secured their spot in the final after defeating Bangladesh by 40 runs, with Shafali Verma scoring 64 runs and Deepti Sharma taking three wickets. India remains unbeaten in the tournament, having also defeated Pakistan. They will face either Pakistan or Sri Lanka, who are set to compete in the second semi-final.

## Tennis – US Open Finals

The US Open reaches its climax this weekend at Flushing Meadows. Aryna Sabalenka will compete against Elena Rybakina in the women’s final on Saturday. Rybakina aims for her third Grand Slam title and will become world No.1 regardless of the outcome. The men’s final follows on Sunday, with the finalists determined by Friday’s semi-finals.

## Formula 1 – Spanish Grand Prix

The Spanish Grand Prix returns to Madrid for the first time since 1981, taking place at the new Madring circuit. Kimi Antonelli leads the Drivers’ Championship, with Mercedes dominating both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ standings. The race will test whether Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull can challenge Mercedes on this unfamiliar track.

## Football – Premier League

The Premier League’s Matchweek 4 features the Manchester derby at Old Trafford, with Manchester United hosting Manchester City. City arrives in strong form, while United seeks consistency. Other notable matches include Arsenal visiting Sunderland and Liverpool facing Fulham.

## Golf – Amgen Irish Open

The Amgen Irish Open is underway at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg. Defending champion Rory McIlroy leads a field of major winners, including Jon Rahm and Shane Lowry. The tournament, featuring 138 players and a €5.1 million prize fund, concludes on Sunday.

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