TABUK: Prince Fahd bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, the governor of Tabuk, received the torch of the second edition of the Saudi Games 2023 at the governorate’s headquarters on Tuesday as part of the promotional tour for the largest national sporting event in Saudi history.
The prince praised the support and attention given to the Kingdom’s sports and youth sectors by King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, expressing his happiness at the arrival of the torch in Tabuk.
He congratulated all those involved in the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee on the success of their sports and activities.
The torch toured the Tabuk region amid celebrations by the local community who wished to express their support for the event.
The tour, which began in Riyadh and is traveling throughout the Kingdom, stopped at the University of Tabuk, Tabuk Gate, Prince Fahad bin Sultan Park, and the Emirate of Tabuk. It aims to engage everyone in celebrating the Saudi Games, introducing athletes, raising awareness, and promoting the contest, its values and goals, with the participation of various private and public sector agencies.
The games will be held in Riyadh from Nov. 26 to Dec. 10, with the participation of over 8,000 athletes representing more than 200 clubs from all over Saudi Arabia, competing in 53 sports, including six Paralympic events and four new demonstration sports. A new youth category has also been established, featuring 12 sports.
Tabuk governor receives torch for 2023 Saudi Games
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Tabuk governor receives torch for 2023 Saudi Games
- The torch toured the Tabuk region amid celebrations by the local community
- The tour aims to engage everyone in celebrating the Saudi Games
Riyadh set for historic WWE Royal Rumble
- The KAFD spectacle on Jan. 31 will be the first time the event has taken place outside North America
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is gearing up for one of the biggest sports entertainment moments of the decade as WWE returns to Riyadh on Jan. 31 with Royal Rumble.
It will be the first time the event, set to take place at a new, purpose-built venue in King Abdullah Financial District, has been held outside North America.
A blockbuster lineup of WWE Superstars are expected to take part, including Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre and Brock Lesnar. They are set to be joined by fan favorites Jey Uso, Dominik Mysterio, Gunther and more.
Those who declare themselves for the 30-Man Royal Rumble match will fight for the opportunity to headline in a championship match at WrestleMania.
The Women’s Royal Rumble will include WWE Superstars such as Becky Lynch, Liv Morgan, Tiffany Stratton, Maxxine Dupri and Stephanie Vaquer.
Ahead of Royal Rumble, Riyadh will also host WWE SmackDown on Friday, Jan. 30.
