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Yasir Al-Rumayyan has been appointed president of  AGF
Al-Rumayyan appointed as president of Arab Golf Federation
RIYADH — Yasir Al-Rumayyan, who has spearheaded the meteoric growth of golf in Saudi Arabia since his appointment as the Chairman of both Golf Saudi and the Saudi Golf Federation in 2018, has been announced as the President of the Arab Golf Federation (AGF).The Arab Golf Federation was founded in 1974 and represents the collective interests of 19 member nations, whose mission, which is recognised by The R&A and Arab Olympic Committee, is to streamline governance of the game in the Arab world and enhance the overall development of golf by creating more and better playing opportunities for its members.Speaking about his appointment to the AGF, Al-Rumayyan said: “It is an honor for me to take on the role as AGF president. First of all, I would like to congratulate my predecessor Sheikh...
December 29, 2021

Al-Rumayyan appointed as president of Arab Golf Federation

Ace Travel Management with JCA officials
Ace Travel to sponsor JCA Saudi Cup
JEDDAH — Ace Travel will sponsor the “Ace Travel Saudi Cup” organized by Jeddah Cricket Association (JCA). This is 13th year of Ace Travel’s sponsorship of JCA League.This decision was taken after a meeting between Ace Travel management and JCA representatives recently. Present from Ace Travel were Ashfaq Ahmed (General Manager, Saudi Arabia), Shamshad Khan (Director of Finance) and Yaseen Al-Shareef (Operations Manager) as well as Ahmed Bin Mahfooz and Abdul Rehman Merchant from JCA side.Merchant thanked Ace Travel management in general and Ashfaq Ahmed, Shamshad Khan and Yaseen Al-Shareef in particular for supporting JCA activities, now under the auspices of Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF) formed in 2020 headed by Prince Saud Bin Mishal Bin Mohammed Bin Saud Bin Abdul...
December 29, 2021

Ace Travel to sponsor JCA Saudi Cup

Hamdi won the gold medal after defeating his Iranian opponent 4/0 during his participation in the 19th edition of the Cadet and the 17th- U21 edition of the Senior Asian Karate Championship which was held at the city of Almaty in Kazakhstan, as it took place on December 19 to 22, 2021.
Saudi Tariq Hamdi continues victory streak, winning 2021 Asian Karate Championships' gold medal 
Saudi Gazette ReportALMATY - Saudi athlete Tarek Hamdi won the gold medal on Wednesday in the men's +84kg category at the 17th edition of the 2021 Asian Karate Championships.Hamdi won the gold medal after defeating his Iranian opponent 4/0 during his participation in the 19th edition of the Cadet and the 17th- U21 edition of the Senior Asian Karate Championship which was held at the city of Almaty in Kazakhstan, as it took place on December 19 to 22, 2021.Hamdi’s victory came after the Saudi youth team player Sultan Al-Qahtani achieved a resounding success by obtaining the gold medal in the fighting competitions under 55 kg on December 19.The Saudi Karate team concluded the 2021 Asian Karate Championships with a total of 19 medals. Where Yasser Al-Barqi won the silver medal in the...
December 23, 2021

Saudi Tariq Hamdi continues victory streak, winning 2021 Asian Karate Championships' gold medal 

Al Rajhi Yazeed (sau), Winner of the FIA World Cup for Cross-Country Bajas Drivers, portrait during the 2021 FIA Prize Giving Ceremony, at the Carrousel du Louvre, on December 16 in Paris, France - Photo Frédéric Le Floch / DPPI
FIA honors Saudi champion Yazeed Al-Rajhi in Paris
PARIS – Saudi Champion Yazeed Al Rajhi received his award from the FIA ​​at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris after winning the FIA World Cup for Cross-Country Bajas title for the first time in his career.Yazeed has carved his name in golden letters in the history of the FIA ​​as he became the first Saudi driver to win this title at the highest Class in Rallies.The ceremony witnessed a large number of motorsport (800 guests) of heroes and rising stars who came from all over the world for a special sporting evening.Jean Todt, ex-president of the International Automobile Federation (FIA) handed our world champion Al Rajhi the FIA ​​International prize of the World Cup in a big festive atmosphere for the crowned champions.Winning with Toyota Hilux, Yazeed has thanks to his...
December 21, 2021

FIA honors Saudi champion Yazeed Al-Rajhi in Paris

Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai
Chinese tennis star denies making assault claim as concerns persist
HONG KONG — Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai has denied making an accusation of sexual assault, in her first media interview since alleging a top Chinese leader had coerced her to have sex, BBC reported.Peng sparked global concern when she disappeared from public view after posting the allegations online.She has now said there had been "a lot of misunderstandings" about the post.The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) said it was still concerned that she was being censored by the state.In the video interview with Lianhe Zaobao, a Singaporean Chinese-language newspaper, Ms Peng explained: "I have never said or written that anyone sexually assaulted me. This point must be emphasised very clearly."However in her original note, which was posted on the Chinese social media...
December 20, 2021

Chinese tennis star denies making assault claim as concerns persist

Saudi Arabian MMA fighter shines at BRAVE CF Global Stage in Serbia
BELGRADE — Out of 10 nations represented at BRAVE CF 56, Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Al-Qahtani made a massive statement during his return to the BRAVE Combat Federation cage set in Belgrade, Serbia this December 18th. After two years of inactivity, Abdullah Al-Qahtani squared off against Serbia’s Nejc Preložnik in a Featherweight bout at BRAVE CF's last event of the year and was able to raise the Saudi Arabian flag high as he was named the victor of the bout. Preložnik who held the fastest KO in Slovenian boxing league succumbed to Al-Qahtani’s strikes and submission attempts with a few minutes left on the clock. Known as “The Ripper” for his aggressive fighting style, Al-Qahtani proved his abilities as he extended his undefeated record to 4-0 through defeating...
December 19, 2021

Saudi Arabian MMA fighter shines at BRAVE CF Global Stage in Serbia

MIM Cup Prize Dist Photos
ICAD beats ARM United to lift MIM Cup
JEDDAH — ICAD beat ARM United in an exciting high scoring final encounter to lift the 4th MIM Cup. The event played in honor of JCA late CEO Muhammed Iqbal Choudhary, was organized by Jeddah Cricket Association under auspices of Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation.Batting first on winning the toss, ARM were off to a bad start as their prolific scorers Ali Shan (9) and Arsalan (5) were dismissed cheaply and reduced to 24 for 2 In 4 overs. Thereafter skipper Nazeer and Owais went on to repair the damage and put on 71 runs partnership for the 3rd wicket before Nazeer was dismissed for 47 of 25 balls (5 fours 1 six).Owaiz continued along with Zeeshan (12) and the two added 55 runs for the 4th wicket before Zeeshan was bowled by Mohsin. Owais was soon dismissed, unfortunately run out for a...
December 17, 2021

ICAD beats ARM United to lift MIM Cup

Messi tours Expo 2020 Dubai
DUBAI – Football superstar Lionel Messi toured the Dubai Expo 2020 on Monday. The Argentinian legend met with Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai, and Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of Culture and Youth. Social media fans shared videos and photos of the Argentine star during his tour of Expo 2020, especially the moment he stood next to the waterfalls located between Al Wasl Square and Jubilee Park, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Lionel Messi had signed on with Dubai’s 2020 World Expo, taking on an international role to act as an ambassador of the world's greatest show. – Agencies
December 14, 2021

Messi tours Expo 2020 Dubai

Saudi Arabia hosts FIBA 3X3 world tour finals in December
JEDDAH — Saudi Arabia has become a known destination for major sports events. Just shortly after dazzling the world by hosting Saudi Arabia Grand Prix at global standards, the Ministry of Sport, in coordination with the Saudi Basketball Federation (SBF), is set to hostFIBA 3x3 World Tour Finals in Jeddah on the 17th-18th of December 2021. This global basketball event is under the supervision of the International Basketball Federation(FIBA), where the best 12 teams from around the globe will compete for becoming the best team in the world. The goal behind hosting global events of this magnitudeis the continuous and diligent work towards achieving the objectives of “Quality of Life” program, a Vision 2030 initiative. In 2019, Saudi Arabia hosted one of FIBA’s 3X3 tours, and the...
December 14, 2021

Saudi Arabia hosts FIBA 3X3 world tour finals in December

PSG to face Real Madrid in Champions League last 16 after redraw
PARIS — Lionel Messi will travel back to Spain and again face old rivals Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16, after the ties had to be redrawn due to an embarrassing "technical problem" by UEFA on Monday. PSG had originally been drawn to face Manchester United - which would have seen an eye-catching showdown between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - but UEFA decreed that a "material error" had occurred due to a "technical problem with the software of an external service provider", rendering the draw null and void. After the redraw, Manchester United will head to Spain's capital to face Atletico Madrid, while fellow Spanish side Villarreal will take on Italy's Juventus. Title holders Chelsea received the same opponents in both draws, as...
December 14, 2021

PSG to face Real Madrid in Champions League last 16 after redraw

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