Two national swimming records set at Saudi Games
Two national swimming records were set on Monday at this year’s Saudi Games, which continues in Riyadh until Nov. 7. Here are the day’s highlights.
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Morocco relying on Yassine Bounou’s safe hands at World Cup
RIYADH: Much will rest on the broad shoulders of Yassine Bounou when Morocco kick off their sixth World Cup appearance with a clash against Croatia at Qatar 2022 on Nov. 23.
$327k up for grabs at 2023 Ras Al-Khaimah Half Marathon
RAS Al-KHAIMAH: The 2023 Ras Al-Khaimah Half Marathon is set to return to its usual speedy and scenic ocean-front course, with total prize money of $327,000 up for grabs, the organizers have revealed.
Fritz wins in Paris to remain in hunt for ATP Finals spot
PARIS: Taylor Fritz of the United States stayed in contention for one of the two remaining ATP Finals spots by beating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina of Spain 7-5, 6-2 in the first round of the Paris Masters on Monday. The ninth-seeded Fritz rallied from a 4-2 deficit in the opening set and took the second by winning the last four games. Davidovich Fokina made 24 unforced errors to just nine for Fritz.
Australia beat Ireland to boost T20 World Cup semifinal chances
BRISBANE: Australia got their Twenty20 World Cup defense back on track with a 42-run win over Ireland at the Gabba in Brisbane on Monday.
Ukraine football federation asks FIFA to remove Iran from World Cup
KYIV, Ukraine: The Ukrainian football federation urged FIFA on Monday to remove Iran from the World Cup next month, alleging human rights violations and supplying the Russian military with weapons. The call was made three weeks before Iran is due to face England in the first Group B game in Qatar. The group also includes the United States and Wales.
Saudi Arabia continue Abu Dhabi training sessions ahead of Iceland friendly
ABU DHABI: The Saudi Arabia national team resumed their preparation camp in Abu Dhabi on Monday morning with a light training session.
Saudi Sports For All board looking to promote more programs across the Kingdom
RIYADH: The Saudi Sports For All Federation’s board of directors met for its quarterly meeting to review past achievements and ways to enhance the sports sector’s contribution to the Kingdom’s development.