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Rafha, February 25, 2026, SPA — The “Mashina” program officially launched on Tuesday in Rafha to increase public awareness of the health benefits of walking and to foster a culture of daily physical activity. The activities are being held weekly on Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. at the Darb Zubaydah track and walkway. The program is organized by the sports association “Tanafos” under the supervision of the Ministry of Sport’s Northern Borders branch, and in collaboration with the Northern Borders Region Municipality and several local sports associations.

Sakaka, February 25, 2026, SPA — Parks and sports fields across Al-Jouf Region and its governorates draw large numbers of visitors, particularly young people, during Ramadan nights. In recent years, Al-Jouf Municipality has developed numerous parks and established 44 sports fields, alongside additional facilities operated by the private sector. The public spaces provide a welcoming environment for families and individuals seeking a pleasant outdoor setting during Ramadan evenings. The sports fields also serve as an important outlet for young people and sports enthusiasts across the region, offering a space for recreation, competition, and

Riyadh, February 17, 2026, SPA — The Sports Investment Forum announced that the third day of its 2026 edition will be dedicated to empowering women in the sports sector, in partnership with Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University. The move reflects the forum’s commitment to supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and enhancing the role of women in the sports industry and sports investment This allocation comes as part of the forum’s program, scheduled to take place from April 20 to 22, at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh. The third day will feature a series of strategic sessions and specialized workshops focused on sustaina

Jeddah, February 13, 2026, SPA — Twenty drivers representing 10 teams will compete in rounds four and five of the 2026 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, marking the 12th edition of the series. The event starts today at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit and runs over two days, with one round held each day. It was organized by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation under the Ministry of Sport’s supervision. Minister of Sport and Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee President Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal affirmed that hosting the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship for the eighth time reflects the leadership’s con

Riyadh, February 5, 2026, SPA — Minister of Sport and Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee President Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal is heading the Kingdom’s delegation for the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026. The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Friday at San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy. Prince Abdulaziz emphasized that the Kingdom’s participation reflects the generous support the sports sector receives from the leadership. He said that support has driven marked progress across sports, including winter sports, which have seen rapid growth in recent years in organization, practice, and interna

Riyadh, January 28, 2026, SPA — The Ministry of Sport on Monday held a special investment meeting with local and international investors, attended by Vice Minister of Sport Bader Alkadi, National Center for Privatization and PPP CEO Mohannad Basodan, and officials from the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and entities affiliated with the sports sector. The meeting aimed to enhance engagement with investors, showcase investment opportunities, and explore partnership prospects to attract high-quality investments into Saudi sports. The meeting forms part of the Ministry of Sport’s ongoing efforts to ensure the sustainability of the spor

Sara Misir dominates Final 2 as Aoki Racing secure back-to-back Jeddah victories His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Fahd bin Salman, President of SWSDF, praises a ‘fantastic’ event and expresses his pride of Saudi people for its success Jeddah delivers another memorable weekend of thrilling all-electric racing with thousands of fans witnessing the start of the 2026 E1 season JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA (24 January 2026) – Jeddah once again underlined its importance to the UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF and further enhanced its status as a world-class sports destination by hosting a spectacular season-opening race.

Jeddah, January 8, 2026, SPA — The media center at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah recorded strong attendance yesterday from local and international journalists covering the anticipated matches of the 2026 Spanish Super Cup, featuring four of Spain’s leading clubs, under the supervision and organization of the Ministry of Sport. The tournament opens at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium with a high-profile match between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club. Today will see a major clash between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, with the competition concluding on Sunday with the final. The media center was filled with representative

Core Life Crowned Champion of the “Bupa Padel Super Cup 2025” In an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm and competitive spirit, Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance concluded the Bupa Padel Super Cup 2025, held from 11 to 13 December at Six Senses Southern Dunes Resort, part of The Red Sea Global, with the participation of elite teams qualified from the second season of the Bupa Padel Championship, and in the presence of representatives from participating companies. The tournament brought together the champions of the three regions (Western, Central, and Eastern) in a unique sports and wellness experience, ranking among the mos

Rafael Jodar produces the first shock of the tournament by defeating top seed Learner Tien Next Gen ATP Finals kickstarts a festival of tennis in Jeddah, which also includes an elite junior tournament and a visit by global superstar Rafael Nadal Tournament plays a key part in Saudi Tennis Federation’s ambitions to inspire more people into tennis Tickets for the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals can be purchased Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 17 December 2025: The 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals presented by PIF got underway in fine style on Wednesday as spectators were treated to display of top-class tennis from the future stars of the men’s gam