Photos by Chantelle d’Mello and 2015 Handball.
Qatar’s star-studded hosting of the 24th Men’s Handball World Championship came to a dramatic finale last night with fireworks, a traditional drumming performance and three concerts.
The Lusail Multipurpose Hall was packed last night as local fans filled the new stadium to see Qatar play its first-ever handball final, falling to France 25-22.
While the score wasn’t what many spectators had hoped, the outcome nevertheless failed to dampen the enthusiasm of many residents:
The dream’s ended. But incredibly proud of Qatar’s boys. France win 25-22. @dohanews @iloveqatar @qatarliving @handballlefilm @DohaTweetups
— Greeker (@Greeeker) February 1, 2015
What a Match! Congratulations to #France! #Qatar played so well! We are proud of them! @2015handball #LiveitWinit pic.twitter.com/admw4lrD8F
— Rush360 Qatar (@Rush360Qatar) February 1, 2015
France Defeat Qatar to win men's @2015Handball but Still proud of Qatar's Boys. Well Played !!!
— Mohit Rana (Nilansh) (@IamMohitRana) February 1, 2015
Members of Qatar’s national team also received a personal congratulations from the country’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, who took to the court during the medal presentation ceremony:
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Others, meanwhile, are already looking ahead in the hopes of seeing Qatar’s national team repeat its strong performance at the next world championships.
Qatar's silver lining? Auto-qualification to 2017 IHF Worlds in… France. REVENGE! 🙂 @dohanews @iloveqatar @qatarliving @handballlefilm
— Greeker (@Greeeker) February 1, 2015
The closing ceremony also included a final round of concerts, including performances by Taio Cruz, Mani Hoffman and Kylie Minogue
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What did you think the tournament? Thoughts?
