Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo expressed his delight at attending the Saudi Cup 2025 horse racing event in celebration of Saudi Founding Day, an event graced by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. On Saturday evening, Ronaldo shared a photo on his official X account, standing beside the Crown Prince, dressed in traditional Saudi attire. He captioned the post: "Happy to celebrate Founding Day with His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and honored to attend the Saudi Cup horse race ceremony in Riyadh." The image showed Ronaldo attentively listening to the Crown Prince. The Saudi Cup 2025, held at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh, is one of the most prestigious horse racing events globally, attracting elite competitors from around the world. Following the race, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman attended the trophy presentation ceremony, congratulating Japanese horse owner Fujita Susuma, whose horse Forever Young claimed the title. He also extended congratulations to trainer Yahagi Yoshito and jockey Ryusei Sakai, who received a horse figurine and jockey helmet as part of the celebration.