Sports minister attends competitions on day 14 of Saudi Games 2023
Riyadh: Saudi Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal attended day 14 of the second edition of the Saudi Games.
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15th round of games in Saudi Pro League named “Riyadh Expo 2030” round
RIYADH: The 15th round of football matches in the Saudi Pro League, due to be played this weekend, have been named the “Riyadh Expo 2030” round in honor of the Kingdom being chosen this week to host the prestigious global event.
Riyadh hosts Asian Paralympic General Assembly on Saturday
RIYADH: For the first time in its history, Riyadh will host the forum and the electoral General Assembly of the Asian Paralympic Committee, with the participation of more than 200 attendees representing 45 Asian countries. Several heads of international and regional Paralympic federations are also expected to attend the four-day forum, according to a media statement on Friday. Prince Fahad bin Jalawi, the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee’s vice president, will inaugurate the forum’s first day on behalf of SOPC’s President Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal. There will be speeches from SOPC, and Majid Rashid, president of the Asian Paralympic Committee, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Meanwhile, Prince Abdulaziz will be awarded the honorary prize for his service to Paralympic sports in the Asian continent. The first day’s evening witnesses the ceremony for the Asian Paralympic Committee Awards in its seven categories, in addition to a dinner in honor of the delegations participating in the forum and the General Assembly. Rashid will preside over the committee’s General Assembly on Nov. 28. Members of the assembly will witness the opening ceremony of the Saudi Games 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid strengthens as Australia opts out of hosting finals
Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup was handed a huge boost after Australia opted out of hosting the tournament.
Saudi equestrian star turns attention to Paris Olympics after 6th Asian Games gold
RIYADH: At the age of 10, Abdullah Al-Sharbatly was watching the International Federation for Equestrian Sports’ (FEI) World Championship with his friends when he turned to them and said, “one day, that will be me winning gold.”
Riyadh hosts Peace and Sport Middle East Forum 2023
RIYADH: Saudi Sports Minister Prince Abdul Aziz bin Turki Al-Faisal on Wednesday will inaugurate the Peace and Sport Middle East Forum 2023 in the Saudi capital. Under the theme “Sport is an answer for peace,” the two-day forum will bring together international experts and local decision-makers to discuss and define policies promoting sport as a means of transmitting positive values, attitudes and behavior. The forum has been organized by the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and is being hosted for the first time in Riyadh. High-level speakers are expected to share their stories and visions on the use of sport as a tool to promote a culture of peace, a media statement said on Tuesday. Since its creation in 2007, Peace and Sport has been advocating worldwide for sporting activities as a means to foster social bonds, empower youth, and cultivate peaceful coexistence among communities. The international organization promotes sport as a catalyst for peace and collective well-being through dialogue. Sport also plays a significant role in achieving Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals, driving change in the Kingdom, while prestigious sport events and high-level athletes help to create a healthy, active nation.
World Cup 2030: Spain, Portugal and Morocco set to co-host
Spain, Portugal and Morocco are set to co-host the 2030 men’s Fifa World Cup – with three South American nations hosting the tournament's opening matches to celebrate its centenary.
Saudi Arabia launches bid to host 2034 World Cup
Saudi Arabia on Wednesday launched its bid to host the 2034 Fifa World Cup, just as the world governing body announced Morocco is set to co-host the 2030 tournament.