Doha: Bahrain's handball team defeated Qatar 24-19 Tuesday at the Duhail Sports Hall during the 4th GCC Games (Doha 2026). The match marked Qatar's first loss in the tournament, following their earlier victories against the UAE and Kuwait.

According to Qatar News Agency, Bahrain now leads the standings with 6 points, positioning them strongly as they prepare to face the UAE this Thursday. Qatar, despite the setback, remains in second place with 4 points. The Qatari team is set to play against Saudi Arabia on Friday, with hopes of securing a podium finish and defending their 2022 gold medal.