AL WAKRAH (Doha): The sun hits its zenith early in these parts. And time seems to stand still, literally. It’s a wholesome three past in the afternoon in this district south of the capital city. It’s supposed to be early winter but the sun’s blazing away in uninterrupted glory, the giant clock on the Sports Complex gymnasium still shows nine past five.
Maybe it is harmless, wishful thinking for a more pleasant time before reality shakes you awake. Does this time warp somewhere reflect the enduring predicament of the team that’s chosen this as their base at the World Cup here?
