31 sites ready for start of Saudi Games 2023

RIYADH: The Saudi Games 2023 organizing committee on Tuesday said 31 sites were now ready for the launch of the sporting event.

More than 6,000 participants will compete in 53 different competitions including volleyball, basketball, and weightlifting.

There will be 21 competitions hosted at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Olympic Complex while four will be held at Al-Nasr Club hall.

Other confirmed venues are Riyadh Club track, Prince Faisal bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz Sports City, King Saud University, and Riyadh Golf Club.

The event is due to begin on Nov. 26 and will run until Dec. 10.

Prince Fahd bin Turki, governor of Diriyah, received the torch for the 2023 Saudi Games during the promotional tour for the event.

He noted the importance of the Saudi Games as a strategic national project that reflected the leadership’s commitment to the sports sector.

The Emir of Riyadh Region also recieved the torch for the 2023 Saudi Games in the capital on Tuesday.