Oman Kite Festival 2025 concludes in Sur
The closing ceremony was held under the auspices of Sheikh Dr. Yahya Badr Al Maawali, Governor of South Al Sharqiyah.
The festival was organized by Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), in cooperation with Oman Sail, Visit Oman and Oman Adventure Centre, as part of efforts to support adventure tourism and enhance the Sultanate of Oman's presence on the global sports and tourism map.
At the conclusion of the event, Ayman Abdullah Al Ghafri was crowned winner of Oman Downwinder Race champion. Al Mukhtar Abdul-Karim Al Mujaini occupied second place, while 3rd place went to Egyptian athlete Ahmed Mohammed Jamal. Majid Al Kharousi won the Slalom race, which was held in the Wilayat of Sur.
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