Ukrainian boxer Anna Lysenko is preparing for Paris Olympics through the sounds of war
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Paris practises tricky Olympics opening ceremony
PARIS: Around 40 boats took part in a practice run of the hugely ambitious opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics on the river Seine on Monday (Jul 17), almost exactly a year until the sporting extravaganza begins.
Saudi Arabia to host 16th Arab Games in 2027
ALGIERS: Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, Saudi minister of sports and president of the Union of Arab National Olympic Committees, welcomed Arab delegations participating in the 16th Arab Games, which will be hosted by the Kingdom in 2027, Saudi Press Agency reported.
Saudi Arabia wins record medal haul at 15th Arab Games
ALGERIA: Saudi players concluded their participation in the 15th Arab Games in Algeria on July 14, winning nine medals on the final day of the tournament. The victories raised the total number of Saudi medals to 47, with the Kingdom’s athletes taking part in 17 games, including 14 Olympic and three Paralympic, breaking the previous record of 45 medals at the 2011 tournament in Doha, Qatar. Prince Fahd bin Jalawi bin Abdulaziz bin Musaed, head of the Saudi delegation in the tournament, crowned Saudi karate star Sanad Sufyani, who snatched gold in the +84 kg competition after defeating his Jordanian opponent, Mahmoud Sajjan, at the end of the karate games.
Alliance between Thriving and Iraqi E-Sports Federation combines huge dreams and passionate visions
RIYADH: Iraqi E-Sports Federation and Thriving, the Saudi talent and content-creating foundation, announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement on Thursday. The partnership aims to increase the visibility of the Iraqi E-Sports Federation in the Arab electronic sports landscape by organizing competitions, developing content and promoting shared objectives and visions.
Saudi’s rising pole vault star Hussain Al-Hizam seeks a medal at 2024 Olympics
From breaking world records at the age of 13 to severe back injuries at 15, Saudi pole vaulter Hussain Al-Hizam has sacrificed most of his childhood to win medals for his country.
Football and business in Saudi Arabia: An era of unlimited potential
The moment has truly arrived for Saudi Arabia on the international football stage. Long ranked as the number one sport in the country for both players and fans, today, football’s profile has never been higher.
Canadian diver Wiens withdraws from World Aquatics Championships due to injury
Canadian diver Rylan Wiens is withdrawing from the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan, after suffering a recent back injury.