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Saudi shot-putter Mohammed Tolu qualifies for Paris 2024 Olympics
Saudi Gazette reportMADRID — Saudi shot-putter Mohammed Tolu has qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics in shot put, after breaking the Asian record and the Olympic qualifying mark with a throw of 21.80 meters during his participation in the Madrid meeting.Tolu won the silver medal at the Asian Games last summer in Hangzhou, China, where he was also close to winning gold.In a media statement after winning the Asian silver, Tolu pledged to be among the athletes competing in the Paris Olympics, stating that he would continue working towards this goal, which he has successfully achieved.Tolu expressed his gratitude to everyone who supported him in his journey, especially his mother and the national athletics federation. He hopes to win a gold medal for his country in the upcoming...
June 22, 2024

Saudi shot-putter Mohammed Tolu qualifies for Paris 2024 Olympics

Dunya AbuTaleb achieves fourth place in the international rankings for -53 kg weight category
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi taekwondo champion Dunya AbuTaleb continues to excel on the global stage, achieving fourth place in the international rankings for the -53 kg weight category in June. This milestone marks an unprecedented accomplishment for any Saudi athlete in the sport's history.As the first Saudi woman to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics, AbuTaleb aims even higher. With her recent gold medal at the Asian Championship — a historic first for Saudi women's taekwondo — she is a strong contender for a medal at the World Championship.In the men's division, Riyad Hamdi, a member of the Saudi Taekwondo national team, has also made notable progress. His impressive international and continental victories, including a gold medal at the 2024 Asian...
June 19, 2024

Dunya AbuTaleb achieves fourth place in the international rankings for -53 kg weight category

Puig, who comes from Barcelona Academy, brings extensive experience in sports management and talent development across various age groups.
Mahd Sports Academy appoints Mike Puig as Deputy CEO for Sports
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Mahd Sports Academy has announced the appointment of Mike Puig as Deputy CEO for Sports.Puig, who comes from Barcelona Academy, brings extensive experience in sports management and talent development across various age groups.Puig has previously held several positions at FC Barcelona, including Director of Barcelona Academy and CEO of the Academy.Additionally, he served as General Manager of the club's schools, where he achieved significant milestones, such as developing academy players to represent Barcelona’s first team.He also established a new structure for the academy schools in collaboration with physical education teachers in Barcelona. His career is marked by a clear impact on enhancing the club's social values and prioritizing the holistic...
June 08, 2024

Mahd Sports Academy appoints Mike Puig as Deputy CEO for Sports

Turki Al-Sheikh announces major development for Kingdom Arena
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority, announced on Friday a significant development project for "Kingdom Arena," where Al-Hilal plays its matches.He noted that the project would be ready for handover within 90 days of the club’s approval.On his social media account, Al-Sheikh said: "We are ready to implement this development now. The stadium’s capacity is 18,800 seats, with around 1,200 additional seats allocated for filming and logistics, not available for the audience."He added: "With the new development, we will reach 26,700 seats ready for the audience to watch in the highest quality, along with 14 VIP boxes on the opposite side."Al-Sheikh also mentioned an innovative Saudi technology...
June 08, 2024

Turki Al-Sheikh announces major development for Kingdom Arena

Saudi national football team wins 3-0 against Pakistan in World Cup qualifiers
ISLAMABAD — The Saudi national football team secured a 3-0 victory against the Pakistani team at Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad during the fifth round of the second Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup and Asia 2027.Firas Al-Buraikan scored twice for the Saudi team, netting goals in the 26th and 41st minutes, while Musab Al-Juwair added a third goal in the 59th minute.This win advances the Saudi national team to the third round of the final qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Their next match is scheduled against Jordan on June 11 in Riyadh.The Saudi team leads Group Seven with 13 points, holding a 6-point lead over runner-up Jordan. Tajikistan is in third place with 5 points, while Pakistan remains at the bottom of the group without any points. — SPA
June 07, 2024

Saudi national football team wins 3-0 against Pakistan in World Cup qualifiers

Cristiano Ronaldo hails 2023-24 RSL season as ‘one of the best’ of his career
RIYADH — Cristiano Ronaldo has described his record-breaking Roshn Saudi League campaign, in which he netted 35 goals to become the league’s all-time leading goalscorer in a single season, as “one of the best” of his career.Al Nassr captain was presented with the 2023-24 RSL Top Goalscorer award after his incredible achievement of netting 35 goals in 31 games. It set a Saudi Arabian record, with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s total overtaking Abderrazak Hamdallah's mark of 34 in the 2018-19 campaign.In addition to his goalscoring prowess in the league, the 39-year-old Portuguese legend also recorded 11 assists.“It means a lot," Ronaldo said of winning the Top Goalscorer award. "Individually, I feel very happy. It’s probably one of the best seasons I’ve...
June 04, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo hails 2023-24 RSL season as ‘one of the best’ of his career

The defeat was a bitter pill to swallow for Ronaldo, who was seen in tears on the pitch.
Cristiano Ronaldo vows Al Nassr will come back stronger after King's Cup heartbreak
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Just twenty-four hours after Al Nassr's heartbreaking loss in the King's Cup final, Cristiano Ronaldo, the team's Portuguese star, broke his silence with a heartfelt promise to the fans.The dramatic match against their fierce rivals, Al Hilal, ended in a 1-1 draw after regular and extra time, leading to a tense penalty shootout.Al Hilal emerged victorious with a 5-4 score, thanks to a crucial save by Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, who denied Mishari Al-Nimr's decisive penalty.The defeat was a bitter pill to swallow for Ronaldo, who was seen in tears on the pitch, the images capturing the raw emotion of a player who had hoped to clinch his first local title since joining Al Nassr in early 2023.Ronaldo took to Instagram to share his...
June 02, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo vows Al Nassr will come back stronger after King's Cup heartbreak

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears after Al Nassr's cup final loss against Al Hilal
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Veteran Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo evoked worldwide sympathy and widespread emotions from his fans following the sad end to his season with Al Nassr, despite finishing as the top scorer in the Saudi League.Global news agencies and social media platforms shared images of Ronaldo shedding tears after the penalty shootout, which did not go in his team's favor. Ronaldo was seen crying both on the field and on the bench. Ronaldo once again failed to secure his first local title since joining Al Nassr, after losing to Al Hilal on penalties (4-5) in the Saudi King’s Cup final.The match ended 1-1 after regular and extra time on Friday at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Serbian Aleksandar Mitrović scored for Al Hilal (7'), and Al Nassr...
June 01, 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks down in tears after Al Nassr's cup final loss against Al Hilal

Yassine Bounou saved crucial penalties from Al Nassr players Ali Al-Hassan and Mishari Al-Nimr, with the latter being the decisive seventh penalty.
Yassine Bounou named Man of the Match after leading Al Hilal to King’s Cup victory
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — Al Hilal's goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, was awarded Man of the Match in the King’s Cup final after leading his team to victory through a penalty shootout.Bounou saved crucial penalties from Al Nassr players Ali Al-Hassan and Mishari Al-Nimr, with the latter being the decisive seventh penalty.Bounou carried a significant load throughout the four periods of the match, which extended to extra time, especially after the dismissal of central defenders Ali Al-Bulayhi and Senegalese Kalidou Koulibaly before the end of the second half.Bounou met all the criteria for the award: being from the winning team, contributing effectively to the victory, and not receiving a red card. These conditions were announced prior to the grand final.Yassine Bounou expressed that...
June 01, 2024

Yassine Bounou named Man of the Match after leading Al Hilal to King’s Cup victory

Al Hilal's superiority was confirmed through penalties, with goalkeeper Bono's heroics leading them to victory.
Al Hilal clinches King Cup in intense penalty shootout and dramatic final
Saudi Gazette reportJEDDAH — In a thrilling match held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Al Hilal emerged victorious over their arch-rivals Al Nassr to claim the King Cup.The match was a dramatic encounter with both teams receiving three red cards each and ending 1-1 after regular and extra time. Al Hilal's superiority was confirmed through penalties, with goalkeeper Bono's heroics leading them to victory.Al Hilal initially took the lead through Aleksandar Mitrović, but Al Nassr equalized through Ayman Yahya just as the match seemed destined for a Hilal victory, scoring in the 87th minute and sending the game to extra time.Goalkeeper Bono played a crucial role for Al Hilal, saving two penalty kicks and making several key saves during the match, keeping his team in...
June 01, 2024

Al Hilal clinches King Cup in intense penalty shootout and dramatic final

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