Prepare yourselves, Saudi Arabia! The upcoming Saudi Games 2024, the Kingdom’s leading national sports event, will be held from October 3 to 17 in Riyadh. This competition will showcase the country’s top athletic abilities.
Mission and Vision
Mission: Motivate young people in Saudi Arabia through sports and showcase the country’s ability to host major events on an international scale.
Vision: Offer a platform for Saudi athletes to reach their full potential.
What to Expect at Saudi Games 2024
This year’s event will showcase 6,000 athletes representing over 200 clubs from various parts of the country. The games consist of 53 individual and team events, including five para-sports, as part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz’s Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to increase involvement in sports within society.
A Variety of Sports on Display
In line with the Olympic values, the Saudi Games 2024 will feature a variety of both traditional and non-traditional sports. The event will include competitions such as triathlon, tennis, table tennis, taekwondo, chess, skateboarding, and e-sports. In addition, the popular Saudi card game baloot, similar to the French game balote, will have participants competing for victory.
Other sports on the roster include:
- Archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Baloot
- Basketball 3X3
- Basketball 5×5
- Beach Soccer
- Beach Volleyball
- Billiards
- Bowling
- Boxing
- Camel Racing
- Chess
- Climbing
- Coastal Rowing
- Cricket
- Cycling
- E-Sport
- Equestrian
- Fencing
Youth Sports
There are dedicated competitions for younger athletes in:
- Athletics
- Basketball 3X3
- Boxing
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Futsal
- Gymnastics
- Handball
- Judo
- Karate
Prize Money and Rewards
Aside from receiving medals, participants also have the opportunity to win a significant amount of prize money. The total prize fund is SAR 200 million, with gold medalists in the Senior Competition having the chance to earn up to SAR 1 million and winners in the Youth Competition potentially receiving up to SAR 100,000.
Entertainment and More
The Saudi Games offer more than just sports, with a lively entertainment lineup that includes exciting live performances. Following the success of DJs Snake and David Guetta at last year’s event, the 2024 lineup is anticipated to provide equally thrilling shows.
Importance and Legacy
The Saudi Games have become a notable event in the Kingdom’s sports calendar, drawing athletes from all over the country. This demonstrates Saudi Arabia’s commitment to sports and leisure, inspiring athletes and showcasing the nation’s skills and promise. In its third year, the event is continuing to improve the country’s sports scene.
Ticket Information
Details on ticket sales for Saudi Games 2024 have not been released yet.
For tickets, visit tickets.saudigames.sa
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