Governor of Hail region Prince Abdulaziz bin Saad bin Abdulaziz today received the torch of the third edition of the Saudi Games 2024 as it embarked on its promotional journey for the Kingdom's largest national sporting event. The governor commended the leadership's unwavering support for the sports sector and athletes in Saudi Arabia. He emphasized how the Saudi Games symbolizes Saudi sports' remarkable progress and continuous accomplishments. He extended his best wishes to all participants in this year's competitions, encouraging them to pursue their goals and dreams. The governor expressed his delight at the torch's visit to Hail, where it will explore the region's prominent tourist, cultural, and historical sites, providing a visual narrative of the event. During the event, Khloud Al-Shamri, a champion camel racer who secured first place in the First World Camel Endurance Championship 2024 in AlUla and fourth place in the Crown Prince Camel Cup, the first women's marathon in Saudi Arabia in 2023, passe d the torch to Prince Abdulaziz. Mishal Al-Shamri, a member of the Saudi tent pegging team and 2023 World Championship winner, also carried the torch. The torch tour in Hail will stop at Al-Maghwah Park, where notable sports champions will carry the torch. It will then proceed to Al-Adham Park for further celebrations with other distinguished torch holders. This year's torch tour is crucial in promoting the Saudi Games 2024. It aims to explore key cultural, historical, and tourist sites, covering 47 famous locations across the Kingdom. Accompanied by notable champions and influencers recognized for their significant contributions and accomplishments, local communities are joining in the festivities of the Kingdom's most prominent national sports event. Source: Saudi Press Agency
Sunday, April 26, 2026