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4 days ago
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Saudi Weightlifting Team Set for Asian Championship in Kazakhstan
The Saudi national weightlifting team is finalizing preparations for the upcoming Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship, scheduled to take place in Astana, Kazakhstan, from July 4 to 10. The event will gather more than 200 athletes from 23 countries. Mohammed Al-Harbi, President of the Saudi Weightlifting Federation and Secretary-General of the Asian Weightlifting Federation, highlighted the high level of competition expected at this year's championship. He noted that this edition will be the first to feature newly introduced weight categories and record standards. Al-Harbi expressed confidence in the Saudi lifters, describing them as exceptional athletes poised to deliver a commendable performance on the international stage. Related Topics: Saudi Bodybuilding Team Makes History with 27 Medals in World Championship In Photos: Saudi Athletes Raise Flag at Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games Donia Abu Taleb: A New Inspiration for Saudi Female Athletes Saudi Arabia Athletes Set New Records at Paris 2024 Olympics Short link : Post Views: 8 Related Stories
Yahoo
03-05-2025
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Cumbrian student wins bronze medal at Wheelchair Rugby European Championship 2025
A Cumbrian student has helped Team GB secure a bronze medal at the Wheelchair Rugby European Championships. 18-year-old Oli Wightman secured a bronze medal as part of the Great Britain team, which competed in the European Championships that took place at the Sportcampus Zuiderpark in The Hague, Netherlands between Tuesday, April 22 and Sunday, April 27. The British team secured their medal with a 59-48 victory against Germany in the third-place playoff fixture. After securing bronze as part of the GB wheelchair rugby team, Oli, who has only been playing wheelchair rugby for eight months, was on hand to express his delight and set his sights on the upcoming World Championships in 2026 and the 2028 Summer Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. He said: "It was an amazing experience, showing the world what I, and the GB team, have been working on, and the potential we have for the future. "It was amazing seeing and playing against some of the world's best wheelchair rugby athletes. Even though we didn't get the result we were looking for, I think everyone was impressed with our performance and the new and young talent on the team. "I can't wait until next year when we get to play against the top teams in the world at the world championships in Brazil. "With the amount of new talent, I believe that our team has the most potential across the world, and next year will be our opportunity to test this. "Hopefully, this will help us meet our end goal and my dream of winning gold at the 2028 Paralympics." Oli was supported in The Hague by his dad Ian, who expressed his pride in his son's achievement and discussed his determination to become one of the best wheelchair rugby players in the world. He said: "It was an outstanding achievement by the team to get bronze after only playing together for four months. "They are a mixture of older, experienced players and some great new up-and-coming players. "Oli has only been playing rugby for eight months and has had a whirlwind of a start to hopefully a very successful career "Oli is a very talented and determined young player and wants to be one of the best in the world." Oli is also a Year 13 student at Brampton's William Howard School, with headteacher Kath Pigdon, also congratulating the local athlete on his bronze medal win as part of the Great Britain wheelchair rugby team. She said: "We are immensely proud of Oli for winning a bronze medal in the European Wheelchair Rugby Championship. "Throughout the tournament, our entire school community has followed his journey with great excitement. "Oli is not only an exceptional athlete but also an inspiring young person whose positivity and drive motivate everyone around him to be the best version of themselves. "
Leaders
11-02-2025
- Business
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SMF 2025: Shaping Future of Media and Investment
Saudi Arabia will host the fourth edition of the Saudi Media Forum (SMF 2025) in Riyadh from February 19 to 21, bringing together global media leaders for the largest international media gathering. The event will explore the future of the industry, technological advancements, and investment opportunities, serving as a platform for innovators and professionals to share insights and expertise. Key discussions will focus on the evolving media landscape, emphasizing the integration of technology in content production. The forum will highlight Saudi Arabia's commitment to sustainability in the media sector, including solar-powered data centers and studios, the shift to digital journalism, and AI-driven broadcasting and content distribution. Another major theme will be Saudi Arabia's emergence as a global hub for gaming and esports, fueled by government initiatives and digital advancements. Experts will also examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in content creation and production efficiency. Moreover, the Kingdom set to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, the event is expected to significantly enhance global media engagement, fostering cultural exchange through extensive coverage and international collaboration. Across 80 sessions and workshops, featuring 200 media leaders and industry specialists, SMF 2025 will shape the future of media and entertainment on a global scale. Related Topics : In Photos: Saudi Athletes Raise Flag at Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games Saudi Minister of Information announces the Saudi media development goals at SMF2 Tourism Media Forum Launched in Preparation for Celebrating Saudi National Day 1 Billion Trees Project Launches as Part of Saudi Green Initiative Short link : Post Views: 26
Leaders
08-02-2025
- Sport
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Female Alpine Skiers Inaugurate Saudi Participation in Asian Winter Games
Saudi alpine ski team athletes Joud Farhoud and Sherifa Al-Sudairi have officially inaugurated the Kingdom's participation in the Asian Winter Games, the Saudi Press Agency reported. On Sunday, Feb 9, Male skier Fayik Abdi will have a fierce competition. Meanwhile, the Saudi curling team athletes is currently undergoing intensive trainings in preparation for their competition that will take place on Feb 9. Saudi Participation in Asian Winter Games Crucially, the team will have two matches as part of their competition against Qatar and China. Set to take place from 7 to 14 February in Harbin in Heilongjiang, China, the Asian Winter Games (AWG) features 64 medal events across 6 sports, including biathlon, curling, ice hockey, skating, skiing and ski mountaineering. Saudi Participation in Asian Winter Games Interestingly, the current season marks the second time for Harbin to host AWG after 1996, and the third time for China to hold this winter multi-sports event. Saudi Participation in Asian Winter Games Related Topics: In Photos: Saudi Athletes Raise Flag at Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games Donia Abu Taleb: A New Inspiration for Saudi Female Athletes Hattan Alsaif, First Saudi Female Makes History of Mixed Martial Arts Short link : Post Views: 127 Related Stories
