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Unique features of Yas Island Abu Dhabi as it gets ready for F1 racing
Phil Blizzard reports on the development of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi and the build up to the UAE's first F1 Grand Prix. From the largest theme park in the world to a marina berthing some of the world's largest superyachts and a hotel straddling the Formula race track, Yas Island, has many unique features.
Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix - behind the scenes
From the pits and garages of the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix we take a look behind the scenes with Phil Blizzard, who also talks to the Clerk of the Course Ronan Morgan.
F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - a course perspective
The responsibility of the smooth running of any motorsport goes to the Clerk of The Course and at the F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix that officer is former rally star Ronan Morgan. He talks to Phil Blizzard in the pit lane of the Yas Marina Circuit as the final preparations are being made.
Golf Launchpad tees off at Gitex
Playing as Tiger Woods on a variety of top courses around the globe is a possibility with the latest 'plug and play' golf technology. After a week of IT overload Phil Blizzard tees off for a round at Gitex with Hamid Hashemi, CEO, Golf Launchpad.
Mohammed bin Sulayem talks Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix
A rallying call for people to be involved, either as marshalls or spectators, at the F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix goes out by former Middle East rally champion Mohammed bin Sulayem, VP, FIA & President ATCUAE when he talks to Phil Blizzard.
The race is on for Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix tickets
'Where will you be on Nov 1' is the marketing slogan for the debut F1 race in Abu Dhabi. With tickets now on sale across the globe Phil Blizzard spoke with Mohammed in Sulayem VP, FIA and Richard Cregan, General Team Manager, Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management in this report.
Trying time for sport - Marketing in Sport pt 2
"Would you launch a sporting tournament in this economic climate?". Donal Kilalea, CEO & Partner, Promoseven Sports Marketing answers that with Phil Blizzard and talks about the importance of on-line activities to spread the sporting word, as well as the effectiveness of using sport to create brand awareness.
Rugby tries selling Dubai - Marketing in Sport pt 1
Marketing in sport is the focus of this interview with Donal Kilalea, CEO & Partner, Promoseven Sports Marketing and Phil Blizzard starts by looking at a world championship event -the IRB Rugby World Cup 7's and what it means to Dubai.
Colin Montgomery talks in Dubai about Ryder Cup
Veteran Scottish golfer Colin Montgomery, in the UAE for the Dubai Desert Classic, talks to Nick Dye about his selection as Captain of the European Ryder Cup Team, which was announced as he prepares for the final leg of the 'Gulf Golf Swing'.
Teeing off on the European PGA Tour Circuit
As part of our coverage of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship Phil Blizzard takes a look at life on the road for aspiring golfers. Nik Robinson, Director Sales & Marketing, TDIC-Troon Golf Alliance talks about his experiences and the dedication of those with ambitions to get onto the European PGA Tour.
Garcia ready to swing at Abu Dhabi Golf Championship
As the players tee of at the start of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship we hear from Phil Blizzard, in Abu Dhabi, who has these words from World No 2 Sergio Garcia and also Henrik Stenson, who is always popular at tournaments across the Gulf.
Abu Dhabi Golf Club ready for championship
Phil Blizzard talks to Ian Gardner, GM, Abu Dhabi Golf Club about the preparations needed to get the course ready for a European Tour Event, as well as the extra facilities required for the large number of expected spectators.
Abu Dhabi Golf Championship 2009 preview
Phil Blizzard in the UAE capital previews the 2009 Abu Dhabi Golf Championship and features Ian Gardner, GM, Abu Dhabi Golf Club and Greg Sproule, MD & VP, IMG looking at the challenges along the way and D J Flanders, GM, TDIC/Troon Golf Alliance talking about the future of golf in Abu Dhabi
Beckham for free in Dubai
Soccer superstar David Beckham is in Dubai for a winter training camp with his temporary team AC Milan. Phil Blizzard looks at their aims and goals for their visit to Dubai and how you can see the team in action, free of charge.
Four Seasons, Dubai golf lab
The summer months are a good time to improve your swing, not on the greens, but in the 'lab'. Jason Froggatt, Head Professional, Four Seasons Golf Club, Dubai Festival City quides us through the 'lab', which is more Hollywood than the Belfry, in this audio version of an AME Info video.
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