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SPA Dubai, February 21, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – H.H Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, presented American Jessica Pegula with the winner’s trophy at the 26th edition of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships’ women’s tournament. Pegula, the world No. 5, won the women’s singles title after beating Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina 6-2 6-4, becoming the third American and the first since 2014 to win the tou

WAM Riyadh, February 20, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – FIFA and the Board of Peace (BoP) have signed a partnership agreement aimed at sourcing investment from international leaders and institutions to use football to support recovery, stability and long-term development in conflict-affected regions, starting with Gaza. The agreement was signed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Gaza Executive Board of Peace member Yakir Gabay, High Representative for Gaza Nickolay Mlad

SPA Riyadh, February 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the seventh edition of the Saudi Cup 2026 opened on Friday, February 13, drawing a global audience to the Kingdom’s premier equestrian event. The opening evening featured eight high-stakes races showcasing elite international champion horses across various classifications. On Saturday, February 14, the program continues with

SPA Riyadh, February 13, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia has continued its role as a key host of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with past rounds taking place in Diriyah and Jeddah, blending historic locations with sustainable electric motorsport. Formula E debuted in the Kingdom in 2018 in Diriyah, with Portugal’s António Félix Da Costa winning the inaugural race for BMW i Andretti Motorsport. Subsequent editions featured multiple rounds, including

SPA Riyadh, February 11, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The Prince of Wales, Prince William, attended a training session for players at girls’ regional football centers on Monday at Mohammed bin Salman Nonprofit City (Misk City). The visit included meetings with players and the technical and administrative staff. Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal was also present. Saudi Arabian Football Federation Vice President Lamia Bahaian briefed Prince William

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Emirati rider Mohammed Al Mazrouei won the Mutadil Endurance Cup on Sunday to close the AlFursan Endurance AlUla 2026, finishing the race in an official time of 7:23:43. Bahraini rider Abdulhamid Al Hashemi placed second, one second behind, and Emirati rider Hamad Al Kaabi finished third. The two-day event in AlUla featured 95 riders competing across multiple stages. The championship was organised by the Royal Commission for AlUla in part

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – Australian golfer Elvis Smylie won the individual title at the ROSHN Group LIV Golf Riyadh, finishing at 24-under par at Riyadh Golf Club, while his team Ripper GC took the team crown on 69-under. Smylie sealed victory with an eight-under round on the final day to finish one stroke clear of Spain’s Jon Rahm of Legion XIII and American Peter Uihlein of RangeGoats GC, who ended the tournament on 21-under. In the team competition, Ripper GC

SPA Riyadh, February 9, 2026 (SABN) – The seventh edition of the Saudi Cup will be held on February 13 and 14 under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, organisers said. The Saudi Cup is billed as the world’s most valuable horse race and is expected to attract international owners, trainers and jockeys, Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia Chairman Prince Bandar bin Khalid bin Faisal said. Prince Bandar said the event had recorded upgrades in i