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Leaders
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Saudi Olympic Committee Collaborates with International World Games Association
The Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the International World Games Association (IWGA) to foster bilateral cooperation, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The deal seeks to strengthen the cooperation frameworks and broaden opportunities for joint development in non-Olympic sports. Signed on the sidelines of the 12th World Games 'Chengdu 2025', the agreement basically aims to exchange expertise, promote technical and sports programs, and unleash new horizons for the Kingdom to host major international events. In the light of this, the deal aligns with the Kingdom's commitment to supporting specialized and emerging sports and boosting their presence at the regional and international levels. Related Topics: Saudi Arabia Receives Olympic Flag Ahead of NEOM's 2029 Asian Winter Games Saudi Arabia to Host Inaugural Olympic Esports Games in 2027 Bin Jalawi Meets Saudi Delegation at Paris 2024 Olympic Village Short link : Post Views: 16 Related Stories
Arab Times
4 days ago
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- Arab Times
World Games open with dazzling fireworks and cultural spectacle
CHENGDU, Aug 7, (Xinhua): The ancient seal script characters for "Chengdu," inscribed over two millennia ago on bronze ware, came to life in a dazzling display of fireworks at the opening ceremony of the 12th World Games in the capital city of southwest China's Sichuan Province on Thursday evening. This fusion of Chengdu's historical and cultural legacy with the excitement of an international sporting event brought the ceremony to a resplendent climax. Jose Perurena, president of the International World Games Association, stated that the Chengdu World Games would be more than just a sporting event - it would be a cultural festival. The Chinese characters for "Chengdu" were first discovered on locally unearthed bronze ware, highlighting the city's rich history and the fact that its name has remained unchanged for over 2,000 years. During the opening ceremony, the characters "Chengdu" illuminated the night sky alongside 12 symbolic flowers, each representing a host city of the World Games. This was followed by the growth of a "Tree of Friendship," inspired by the ancient tree-root relics from Chengdu's Jinsha Site and the Sichuan native dove tree, unfolding a civilizational dialogue across mountains and seas and symbolizing peace, progress and friendship. Launched in 1981, The World Games serves as a platform for non-Olympic sports, embracing self-expression and cultural inclusiveness. The Chengdu edition of the Games intertwines the historical heritage of Chinese culture with a modern international sporting event. Qiao Wei, chief scriptwriter of the Chengdu World Games' opening and closing ceremonies, said that every detail of the opening ceremony - from stage performances to video presentations, and from the attire of the guides to the performers' headpieces - showcased Chengdu's rich cultural heritage.
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Business Standard
4 days ago
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- Business Standard
World Games 2025: India contingent, full schedule; all you need to know
The 12th edition of the World Games, a multi-national event that features sports not typically contested in the Olympics, is set to commence on Thursday, August 7, and will run its course for the next 10 days before finally coming to an end on Sunday, August 17. India will be sending an 18-member contingent for the event, which is scheduled to take place in Chengdu, the People's Republic of China, and will feature in five disciplines: Archery, Billiards, Roller Skating, Wushu, and Racquetball. What are the World Games? The World Games is a prestigious international multi-sport event held every four years, featuring sports and disciplines not contested in the Olympic Games. Organised by the International World Games Association (IWGA) under the patronage of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the event celebrates diversity in global sport. Athletes compete in disciplines like floorball, squash, kickboxing, drone racing, and sport climbing, showcasing elite talent across 30-plus sports. The 2025 edition of the World Games will showcase 253 medal events spanning 34 sports and 60 disciplines. India, a participant since the inaugural Games in 1981, has earned a total of five medals over the years. This includes one gold, one silver, and three bronze. When is the opening ceremony of World Games 2025? The opening ceremony of the 2025 World Games will take place on Thursday, August 7, at 20:00 local time in Chengdu, China (5:30 p.m. IST). Set at the Tianfu International Conference Centre, the event promises a spectacular celebration of culture, sport, and global unity. Athletes, officials, and fans from around the world will gather for what many are calling 'the first big party of the Games.' With dazzling performances, traditional Chinese elements, and the iconic parade of nations, the ceremony officially marks the beginning of the 12th edition of the World Games, even as some competitions start earlier in the day. Overall list of sports at World Games 2025 Sport Discipline Air Sports Drone Sports American Football Flag Football Archery Field, Target Billiards Sports Carom, Pool, Snooker Boules Sports Lyonnaise, Pétanque Canoe Dragon Boat, Marathon, Polo Cheerleading Pom DanceSport Breaking, Latin, Standard Fistball Outdoor Floorball Indoor Flying Disc Disc Golf, Ultimate Gymnastics Acrobatic, Aerobic, Parkour, Trampoline Handball Beach Ju-Jitsu Duo, Duo for athletes with impairment, Fighting, Jiu-Jitsu (Ne-Waza) Karate Kata, Kumite Kickboxing K1 Style, Point Fighting Korfball Beach, Indoor Lacrosse Sixes Lacrosse Life Saving Pool Muaythai Combat Orienteering Foot Orienteering Powerboating MotoSurf (biofuel/electric) Powerlifting Classic, Equipped Racquetball Racquetball Roller Sports Inline Freestyle, Inline Hockey, Speed Skating SAMBO Combat Baseball-Softball Softball Sport Climbing Speed Squash Squash Triathlon Duathlon Tug of War Outdoor Underwater Sports Finswimming, Freediving, Freediving for athletes with impairment Waterski and Wakeboard Cable Wakeboard, Wakeboard, Wake Surf Wushu Sanda, Taolu India contingent for World Games 2025 India's contingent for the 2025 World Games features a promising mix of experience and emerging talent across multiple disciplines. Leading the charge in compound archery are seasoned names like Abhishek Verma and Rishabh Yadav, while rising stars Parneet Kaur and Madhura Dhamangaonkar—fresh off medal wins at the World University Games in Rhine-Ruhr—will also be key contenders. In roller sports, Shreyasi Joshi and Anand Velkumar, who impressed at the recent Asian Championships, are set to compete. Former world billiards champion Sourav Kothari brings pedigree to the squad, while Wushu will see Roshibina Devi Naorem headline India's campaign. Full list of Indian contingent for World Games 2025: Archery – Compound Men's Individual Rakesh Kumar Abhishek Verma Rishabh Yadav Women's Individual Parneet Kaur Madhura Dhamangaonkar Mixed Team To be decided Billiards Mixed Heyball Shivam Arora Men's 15 Reds Sourav Kothari Kamal Chawla Women's 6 Reds Natasha Chethan Racquetball Men's Singles Kosetty Jyotheekalyan Women's Singles Shilpa Dalvi Mixed Doubles Kosetty Jyotheekalyan / Shilpa Dalvi Roller Sports Women's Events Slalom Classic – Shreyasi Joshi Men's Events Slalom Classic – Jinesh Satyan Nanal Elimination Race (15,000m Road) – Velkumar Anand Kumar One Lap Road – Aryanpal Singh Ghuman Point Race (10,000m Road) – Velkumar Anand Kumar Sprint (100m Road) – Aryanpal Singh Ghuman Dual Time Trial (200m Track) – Aryanpal Singh Ghuman Elimination (10,000m Track) – Velkumar Anand Kumar Points (5,000m Track) – Velkumar Anand Kumar Sprint (1,000m Track) – Velkumar Anand Kumar, Aryanpal Singh Ghuman Sprint (500m + D Track) – Aryanpal Singh Ghuman Wushu – Sanda Women's 52kg – Namrata Batra Men's 56kg – Abhishek Jamwal Women's 60kg – Roshibina Devi Naorem World Games 2025: Full schedule Sport Event Start Date End Date Venue Archery Men's and women's compound August 7 August 9 Qinglong Lake Park Archery Mixed team August 8 August 8 Qinglong Lake Park Billiards Mixed heyball August 10 August 14 Civil Aviation Flight University of China Tianfu Campus Gymnasium Billiards Men's snooker August 10 August 14 Civil Aviation Flight University of China Tianfu Campus Gymnasium Billiards Women's snooker August 10 August 13 Civil Aviation Flight University of China Tianfu Campus Gymnasium Wushu Sanda events August 10 August 12 Hi-Tech Zone Sports Centre Gymnasium Roller sports Speed skating track events August 12 August 13 Chengdu Roller Sports Centre Racquetball Men's and women's singles August 13 August 17 Hi-Tech Zone Sports Centre Public Fitness Gymnasium Roller sports Speed skating road events August 14 August 15 Chengdu Roller Sports Centre Racquetball Mixed doubles August 15 August 17 Hi-Tech Zone Sports Centre Public Fitness Gymnasium Roller sports Men's slalom classic inline freestyle August 17 August 17 Chengdu Roller Sports Centre Roller sports Women's slalom classic inline freestyle August 17 August 17 Chengdu Roller Sports Centre World Games 2025: Live streaming and telecast details When will World Games 2025 begin? The World Games 2025 will begin with the opening ceremony in Chengdu, the People's Republic of China, on Thursday, August 7. When will India's events in World Games 2025 begin? India will start their campaign in World Games 2025 with compound archery on Thursday, August 7. Where is the World Games 2025 being held? The World Games will be held from August 7 to August 17 in Chengdu, the People's Republic of China. Where to watch live telecast of World Games 2025 in India? There will be no live telecast of World Games 2025 available in India. Fans can watch live streaming of World Games 2025 on in India.
