Red Sea Jeddah Marathon to be Held in January 2025

The Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation (SAAF) logo
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.



Bayern Munich Loses Croatia Defender Josip Stanisic for Several Weeks to Knee Injury 

16 August 2024, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Ulm: Munich's Josip Stanisic in action during the German DFB Cup soccer match between SSV Ulm 1846 and Bayern Munich at Donaustadion. (dpa)
16 August 2024, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Ulm: Munich's Josip Stanisic in action during the German DFB Cup soccer match between SSV Ulm 1846 and Bayern Munich at Donaustadion. (dpa)
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Bayern Munich Loses Croatia Defender Josip Stanisic for Several Weeks to Knee Injury 

16 August 2024, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Ulm: Munich's Josip Stanisic in action during the German DFB Cup soccer match between SSV Ulm 1846 and Bayern Munich at Donaustadion. (dpa)
16 August 2024, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Ulm: Munich's Josip Stanisic in action during the German DFB Cup soccer match between SSV Ulm 1846 and Bayern Munich at Donaustadion. (dpa)

Bayern Munich and Croatia defender Josip Stanisic will miss the start of the Bundesliga season because of a knee injury, the club said Tuesday.

Stanisic tore a ligament in his right knee during a practice session Monday and will be "sidelined for several weeks,” Bayern said.

Bayern starts its Bundesliga campaign on Sunday at Wolfsburg and is seeking to reclaim the title from Bayer Leverkusen, where Stanišić spent last season on loan.

Stanisic is likely to miss two Croatia games in the UEFA Nations League, at Portugal on Sept. 5 and home to Poland three days later.

Bayern also plays the first two rounds of the expanded Champions League opening league phase scheduled from Sept. 17-19 and Oct. 1-2. The draw for each team’s eight games will be made next week in Monaco.