Red Sea Jeddah Marathon to be Held in January 2025

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The Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation (SAAF) logo
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Red Sea Jeddah Marathon to be Held in January 2025

The Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation (SAAF) logo
The Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation (SAAF) logo

The Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation (SAAF) has announced that the Red Sea Jeddah Marathon will be held in January 2025. It will be the first international marathon of its kind to be held on Jeddah's ROSHN Waterfront.

The event aims to establish Jeddah as a major sports center in the region and put it on the map of international sporting events. The Red Sea Jeddah Marathon is designed to bring together all segments of society by encouraging participation from schools, universities, local companies, and families.

In addition to the marathon, there will be various activities, such as children's races and family walks, to provide a comprehensive experience for all community members.

The marathon is expected to attract local and international runners due to its unique location on the Red Sea Corniche; the city's prominent landmarks, advanced facilities, and services; and the moderate weather that Jeddah experiences in December, ensuring a pleasant and safe experience for participants.



Chelsea’s Palmer Focused on Team Trophies Ahead of Individual Awards 

Chelsea's English midfielder Cole Palmer poses with the Men's PFA Young Player of the Year in the winners backstage during the 2023-2024 Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) awards, at the Opera House, in Manchester, northern England, on August 20, 2024. (AFP)
Chelsea's English midfielder Cole Palmer poses with the Men's PFA Young Player of the Year in the winners backstage during the 2023-2024 Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) awards, at the Opera House, in Manchester, northern England, on August 20, 2024. (AFP)
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Chelsea’s Palmer Focused on Team Trophies Ahead of Individual Awards 

Chelsea's English midfielder Cole Palmer poses with the Men's PFA Young Player of the Year in the winners backstage during the 2023-2024 Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) awards, at the Opera House, in Manchester, northern England, on August 20, 2024. (AFP)
Chelsea's English midfielder Cole Palmer poses with the Men's PFA Young Player of the Year in the winners backstage during the 2023-2024 Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) awards, at the Opera House, in Manchester, northern England, on August 20, 2024. (AFP)

Chelsea's Cole Palmer was pleased to be named the PFA's Young Player of the Year on Tuesday but the attacking midfielder said helping the club win trophies is more important than earning individual accolades.

The 22-year-old scored 22 goals in 34 Premier League appearances in his first season with Chelsea after leaving Manchester City. He featured in five of England’s seven European Championship matches, scoring in the final loss to Spain.

Palmer said he set the Players' Player of the Year trophy as his telephone wallpaper last season as motivation but emphasized that his focus is on team success.

"The (last) whole season was a great season for me personally and hopefully, we can kick on this season," Palmer told Sky Sports.

"I want to win trophies with Chelsea, that is the main thing, and then the individual awards are nice... It's on me to produce for Chelsea and that's what I plan to do."

Palmer, the third Chelsea player to win the award after Scott Parker and Eden Hazard, recently extended his contract with the club until 2033.