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Jeddah to Host Arabian Gulf Cup for First Time From September 23
Jeddah to Host Arabian Gulf Cup for First Time From September 23 | 📷SPA JEDDAH, September 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Jeddah will host the Arabian Gulf Cup for the first time from September 23 to October 6, with eight teams competing in the tournament’s 27th edition, “Khaleeji 27”. Saudi Arabia will play in Group A alongside Iraq, Oman and Kuwait. Group B consists of Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Yemen. The tournament’s 15 matches will take place at the
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Crown Prince Camel Festival’s First Trophy Races Set for Saturday in Taif
Crown Prince Camel Festival’s First Trophy Races Set for Saturday in Taif | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 4, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The first trophy races of the eighth Crown Prince Camel Festival will take place on Saturday at the historic Taif Camel Racing Field, with prizes for the concluding evening session exceeding SAR6 million, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The festival opened on Thursday under the patronage of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Sal
Sep 41 min read
Riyadh Hosts Arab Sports for All Festival with Seven Nations Taking Part
Riyadh Hosts Arab Sports for All Festival with Seven Nations Taking Part | 📷SPA RIYADH, September 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Delegations from seven Arab countries are taking part in the 10th Arab Festival of Sports for All, which has opened in Riyadh with a five-day program of sports, cultural and recreational activities. Organized by the Saudi Sports for All Federation, the festival brings together participants from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the UAE, Egypt, Palestine, Mor
Sep 41 min read
Lionel Messi Retires from International Football After 207 Argentina Appearances
Lionel Messi Retires from International Football After 207 Argentina Appearances BUENOS AIRES, September 1, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, ending a historic Argentina career spanning more than two decades. The 39-year-old leaves as Argentina’s record appearance-maker and leading scorer, having registered 125 goals in 207 matches since making his senior debut in 2005. Messi captained Argentina to the 2
Sep 12 min read
Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam surpasses world speed record in Formula 4 powerboats
Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam surpasses world speed record in Formula 4 powerboats | 📷wam OSLO, August 28 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz recorded a speed of 129 km/h during an official Formula 4 powerboat attempt in Norway, surpassing the previous mark while awaiting formal certification. The attempt took place over a one-kilometre distance on Lake Songe on August 27. WAM identified British racer John Brewer as the holder of the previous
Aug 281 min read
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi to Host Third Ladies Run
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi to Host Third Ladies Run RIYADH, August 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi will host the third edition of its Ladies Run on August 30 as a women-only sporting event marking Emirati Women’s Day. Participants can enter races covering 2.5 kilometers, 5 kilometers or 10 kilometers. The fully enclosed, air-conditioned route will begin inside Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, continue through the park and Yas Mall, and r
Aug 271 min read
Saudi Motorsport Company Launches Super Early Bird Tickets for 2027 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
Saudi Motorsport Company Launches Super Early Bird Tickets for 2027 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix JEDDAH, August 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Motorsport Company has opened the Super Early Bird ticket phase for the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2027, ahead of the official race date announcement later in 2026. Three-day packages across all ticket categories are being offered with a 15% discount during the opening sales phase. Premium Lounge packages car
Aug 261 min read
Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to Close 2026 Season
Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to Close 2026 Season | 📷WAM ABU DHABI, August 23 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will bring the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship season to a close at Yas Marina Circuit from December 3 to 6. The final round will extend beyond competition on the track, with concerts, entertainment events and hospitality experiences scheduled across Yas Island during the four-day programme. Saood Ab
Aug 231 min read
Saudi Ministry of Sport Begins Transfer of 25% Stakes in Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr to PIF
Saudi Ministry of Sport Begins Transfer of 25% Stakes in Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr to PIF RIYADH, August 19 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Saudi Ministry of Sport has begun transferring to the Public Investment Fund the 25% stakes in Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr held by the clubs’ nonprofit foundations. The ministry has also started dissolving the boards of directors governing those foundations after completing the regulatory procedures requ
Aug 191 min read
Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club Announces 37-Event Calendar Through December
Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club Announces 37-Event Calendar Through December ABU DHABI, August 18 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club will stage 37 races, championships and community activities across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi between September 5 and December 27, the club announced. The four-month calendar comprises 14 traditional races, 13 modern marine sports championships and events, and 10 community activities. Competitions and other activities will be
Aug 181 min read
Saudi Arabia Wins Formula E Best Host Country Award
Saudi Arabia Wins Formula E Best Host Country Award | 📷SPA RIYADH, August 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Arabia has become the first recipient of Formula E’s Best Host Country award, introduced to recognize the championship destination setting the leading standard for event delivery. The award was presented at the Formula E End of Season Awards 2025/26 ceremony in London on Sunday evening. Its criteria cover event organization, infrastructure development, and the cr
Aug 171 min read
Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia Announces 2026/2027 Riyadh Racing Season
Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia Announces 2026/2027 Riyadh Racing Season RIYADH, August 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia has announced a 69-race programme carrying SAR197.8 million in total prize money for the 2026/2027 Riyadh Racing Season. The six-month season will run from October 16, 2026, to April 17, 2027, at King Abdulaziz Racecourse, with increased purses for several established competitions, two new racing series and an upgraded classific
Aug 142 min read
Dubai Fitness Challenge Returns for 10th Edition on October 31
Dubai Fitness Challenge Returns for 10th Edition on October 31 | 📷WAM RIYADH, August 14 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Dubai Fitness Challenge will return from October 31 to November 29 for its 10th edition, maintaining its central commitment of 30 minutes of physical activity every day for 30 consecutive days. The initiative was launched in 2017 under the vision of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of De
Aug 141 min read
Six Arab Football Association Heads Back FIFA President Gianni Infantino
Jun 1, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the grand opening of the 2026 FIFA World Cup international broadcast center at Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn ZURICH, August 13 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The heads of six Arab national football associations declared their support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Thursday after three regional confederations called for his resignation ove
Aug 132 min read
Al Nassr Star Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Georgina RodrĂguez in Portugal
Al Nassr Star Cristiano Ronaldo Marries Georgina RodrĂguez in Portugal JEDDAH, August 12 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Al Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner Georgina RodrĂguez in a civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal. The couple confirmed the marriage on Instagram, posting a photograph showing their wedding rings. Ronaldo and RodrĂguez have been together since 2016 after meeting in Madrid. Their five children attended the ceremony in Cascais, a
Aug 121 min read
Hail International Arabian Horse Beauty Championship Upgraded to Category B
Hail International Arabian Horse Beauty Championship Upgraded to Category B | 📷spa HAIL, August 11 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The King Abdulaziz Arabian Horse Center has approved Category B status for the 2026 Hail International Arabian Horse Beauty Championship. The classification allows the championship to qualify participants for international Arabian horse competitions. Hail Governor Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz has supported the development of the champio
Aug 121 min read
Canada’s Anna Huang Wins PIF London Golf Championship at 22 Under
Canada’s Anna Huang Wins PIF London Golf Championship at 22 Under | 📷spa LONDON, August 10 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Canadian golfer Anna Huang won the sixth PIF London Golf Championship after finishing the tournament at 22 under par. The four-day competition was held at Centurion Club in Hertfordshire and brought together leading international women golfers. The event is part of the PIF Global Series and is sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour. Golf Saudi organized t
Aug 101 min read
PIF London Championship Opens With Leading Women Golfers at Centurion Club
PIF London Championship Opens With Leading Women Golfers at Centurion Club | 📷SPA LONDON, August 6 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — The sixth PIF London Championship began at Centurion Club on Thursday, bringing an international field of women golfers to the four-day competition. The tournament is being held from August 6 to 9 in St Albans, Hertfordshire, near London. It is sanctioned by the Ladies European Tour and awards world ranking points. English golfer Charley Hull said
Aug 61 min read
Mamoun Al-Qabbani wins 2026 Saudi Toyota Hill Climb title
Mamoun Al-Qabbani wins 2026 Saudi Toyota Hill Climb title | 📷SPA TAIF, August 2 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Mamoun Al-Qabbani won the 2026 Saudi Toyota Championship Hill Climb after recording a combined time of 3 minutes, 25.792 seconds from his two fastest runs in the final round in Taif. Faisal Sufyan Al-Qabbani finished second overall, followed by Rabee Al-Awar in third. The deciding round brought together 48 male and female drivers across 11 categories and the Women’s
Aug 21 min read
Final round of Saudi Toyota Hill Climb begins in Taif
Final round of Saudi Toyota Hill Climb begins in Taif | 📷SPA TAIF, August 1 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Forty-eight drivers are competing in the third and final round of the 2026 Saudi Toyota Championship Hill Climb in Taif. The season finale includes 10 competition categories and the Women’s Cup. The Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation opened the event on Friday with technical inspections and official practice sessions. Competitors face a 4.2-kilometre course feat
Aug 11 min read
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