Saudi jiu-jitsu team scoop 5 medals at world championship
Kingdom’s jiu-jitsu team scoop 5 medals — 2 gold, 1 silver and 2 bronze
Updated 03 June 2024
Arab News
RIYADH: The Kingdom’s jiu-jitsu team have scooped five medals — two gold, one silver and two bronze — at the World International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Championship in California, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.
Abdullah Nada and Omar Nada won heavyweight and open-weight gold respectively at the event that ended on Sunday.
In addition, Abdullah Nada won silver in the open-weight division and Omar Nada bronze in the heavyweight division.
Alanoud Al-Tamimi won bronze in the women’s featherweight division.
Bandar Al-Zaid, Saudi Arabia’s consul-general in Los Angeles, was present to support the team.
Head of the delegation, Mubarak Al-Qarni, praised the athletes for their performances.
AlUla Trail Race 2026 opens for runner registration
Open to beginners and experienced athletes worldwide
Distances from 1.6km to 100km for children and adults
Updated 11 December 2025
Arab News
ALULA: Registration has now opened for the AlUla Trail Race to be held on Jan. 22 and 23 next year.
The contest offers local and international participants a selection of distances and challenges set against the dramatic landscapes and ancient heritage sites of AlUla, located in Madinah.
According to a Saudi Press Agency report on Wednesday, the race is open to beginners and experienced runners.
The series includes a Kids Run (1.6 km) for children aged 5 to 12, Sunset Run (3 km) for those 13 and above, and a 10 km and 23 km for more experienced participants.
There are also demanding 50 km and 100 km ultra trail races for the most resilient and skilled runners. All routes will end in Old Town, ensuring an exciting finish for both runners and spectators.
On the first day, runners will arrive to collect their race packs before taking part in the Kids Run and the Sunset Run. Race kits can be collected at the event village, which will be located at the amphitheater in Old Town.
AlUla Trail Race 2026 offers participants a selection of distances and challenges set against the dramatic landscapes and ancient heritage sites of AlUla. (SPA)
Day two will host the competitive distances, beginning at sunrise with the 100 km, followed by the 50 km, 23 km, and 10 km. Medal ceremonies will take place throughout the day as runners cross the finish line.
The organizers said every participant will receive an official AlUla Trail Race 2026 pack, including a tote bag, buff, race T-shirt, timing chip, and bib number. Entry fees begin at SR100 ($26) and SR50 for children.
The contest is a part of the AlUla Moments 2025/26 calendar, a year-round schedule of events and festivals designed to promote the area as a premier destination for tourism, sports, culture, and heritage.
Other world-class sports events include the professional cycling AlUla Tour, AlUla Desert Polo, and the Al-Fursan Endurance AlUla — one of the most prestigious endurance races on the equestrian calendar.
