Doha: Qatar SC beat Kuwait's Burgan 3-0 (25-22, 25-11, and 25-14) on Saturday in the 43rd Arab Clubs Volleyball Championship for men currently hosted by Doha, with the participation of 15 teams. According to Kuwait News Agency, UAE's Al Jazira defeated Palestine's Gaza 3-0, and the Emeriti Baniyas overcame titleholders Libya's Al-Sweihli 3-2. The group stage of the four-group tournament will continue until January 20, while the quarterfinals and semifinals are scheduled for January 22 and 24, respectively. The final match will be held on January 25. Qatar is hosting the championship for the first time, with the event having kicked off on Thursday.