logo
Ronaldo expresses joy celebrating Saudi Founding Day with Crown Prince at Saudi Cup 2025

Ronaldo expresses joy celebrating Saudi Founding Day with Crown Prince at Saudi Cup 2025

Saudi Gazette23-02-2025
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.
Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

New Murabba, Falcon's Creative Group Join Forces for Mukaab
New Murabba, Falcon's Creative Group Join Forces for Mukaab

Leaders

time2 hours ago

  • Leaders

New Murabba, Falcon's Creative Group Join Forces for Mukaab

New Murabba, a Public Investment Fund company, has entered into a long-term strategic agreement with Falcon's Creative Group to bring visionary concepts and immersive experiences to The Mukaab — the signature landmark at the heart of New Murabba. New Murabba In a press release issued today, New Murabba described the partnership as a major milestone in its mission to deliver a world-class urban experience, powered by advanced technology and AI. Falcon's Creative Group will be responsible for designing The Mukaab's immersive attractions, interactive environments, and integrated tech solutions. 'The Mukaab will offer an unprecedented urban experience, with groundbreaking architecture and innovative design,' the release stated. New Murabba CEO Michael Dyke emphasized the significance of working with global leaders in immersive storytelling. 'This strategic partnership brings us closer to creating a next-generation urban destination that transforms how people live, connect, and experience the world — transporting them to another reality through groundbreaking technology,' he said. Vision Behind Mukaab Falcon's Creative Group CEO Cecil D. Magpuri described The Mukaab as 'architecture with a soul,' highlighting that the collaboration goes beyond structural design. 'We are creating an infinite storytelling ecosystem and shaping how people feel, connect, and dream within it,' he said. Moreover, part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, New Murabba aims to pioneer an integrated urban model that seamlessly blends residential, commercial, and entertainment spaces within a connected environment. Finally, this agreement follows a key construction milestone — the completion of excavation works at The Mukaab site. Over 14 million cubic meters of earth have been removed, paving the way for the next phase of development. Related Topics: Culture Minister Inaugurates Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Saudi Envoy to Japan Shares Vision for Expo 2025 Osaka Pavilion Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Unveils 700 Cultural Events Short link : Post Views: 13

Saudi Arabia exit FIBA Asia Cup after overtime heartbreak against Philippines
Saudi Arabia exit FIBA Asia Cup after overtime heartbreak against Philippines

Saudi Gazette

timea day ago

  • Saudi Gazette

Saudi Arabia exit FIBA Asia Cup after overtime heartbreak against Philippines

Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Host nation Saudi Arabia bowed out of the FIBA Asia Cup in agonizing fashion on Monday, falling 95-88 to the Philippines after overtime in a gripping playoff clash for a quarterfinal spot. The Saudis, chasing their first quarterfinal appearance since 2005, pushed the more experienced Philippines to the brink before Justin Brownlee's clutch three-pointer in the dying seconds forced overtime. The Philippines, known as 'Gilas,' then pulled away in the extra period to set up a quarterfinal meeting with two-time defending champion Australia. Brownlee led the way with 29 points, including three triples, to go with five assists and four rebounds in a complete performance. AJ Edu added 17 points, 11 rebounds, and a key block, while Kevin Quiambao came up big in overtime with 17 Saudi Arabia, Mohammad Ali Abdulrahman was sensational, pouring in 33 points — including eight three-pointers — alongside five rebounds and four assists in a standout Philippines controlled the opening quarter through Brownlee's shooting, Edu's inside dominance, and Quiambao's scoring to take a double-digit Saudi Arabia roared back in the second, with Abdulrahman hitting back-to-back threes and Musab Qadi adding another in a 14-1 run that briefly put the hosts Mohammed Al-Suwailem joining Abdulrahman in the third-quarter surge, the Saudis held the edge for much of the period before Scottie Thompson's late drive gave the visitors a 60-59 lead entering the final fourth quarter swung dramatically, as Abdulrahman's seventh three and a corner triple from Marzouq Al-Muwallad stretched Saudi Arabia's lead to six. But Brownlee and Edu sparked the Philippines' eight seconds remaining and Saudi Arabia up 79-76 after Al-Suwailem's putback, Brownlee rose over Al-Muwallad to drain the game-tying three, stunning the home crowd and forcing extra period belonged to the Philippines, with Quiambao striking first from deep and adding another later, while Ramos and Brownlee extended the gap. Edu's decisive triple inside the final minute sealed Saudi Arabia's fate.

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store