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Saudi Olympic, Paralympic Committee Vice President Visits Paralympic Team in Paris

Athletes Charles-Antoine Kouakou, Nantenin Keita, Fabien Lamirault, Alexis Hanquinquant and Elodie Lorandi hold up their torches after lighting the cauldron at the Paralympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, Aug. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)
Athletes Charles-Antoine Kouakou, Nantenin Keita, Fabien Lamirault, Alexis Hanquinquant and Elodie Lorandi hold up their torches after lighting the cauldron at the Paralympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, Aug. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)
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Saudi Olympic, Paralympic Committee Vice President Visits Paralympic Team in Paris

Athletes Charles-Antoine Kouakou, Nantenin Keita, Fabien Lamirault, Alexis Hanquinquant and Elodie Lorandi hold up their torches after lighting the cauldron at the Paralympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, Aug. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)
Athletes Charles-Antoine Kouakou, Nantenin Keita, Fabien Lamirault, Alexis Hanquinquant and Elodie Lorandi hold up their torches after lighting the cauldron at the Paralympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, Aug. 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)

Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee (SOPC) Vice President Prince Fahd bin Jalawi bin Abdulaziz bin Musaed has visited the Saudi delegation headquarters at the Athletes' Village in Paris. He was accompanied by board of directors' member Adwa Al-Arifi, and SOPC Chief Executive and Secretary-General Abdulaziz bin Ahmed Baeshen.

During Thursday’s visit, Prince Fahd met with the athletes, administrative staff, technical teams, and medical personnel to ensure that they had everything they needed for the Paralympic Games. He emphasized the importance of providing all the necessary support so that the athletes can compete and represent Saudi Arabia with honor.

Prince Fahd conveyed the greetings of SOPC President Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki and expressed his confidence in the Saudi athletes' ability to give their best and achieve positive results that meet the Kingdom's aspirations in the Paralympic Games.

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Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo to Return on January 17-18

Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo 2025 will take place at AlFursan Equestrian Village in AlUla. SPA
Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo 2025 will take place at AlFursan Equestrian Village in AlUla. SPA
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Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo to Return on January 17-18

Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo 2025 will take place at AlFursan Equestrian Village in AlUla. SPA
Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo 2025 will take place at AlFursan Equestrian Village in AlUla. SPA

Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo, the world’s first organized desert polo tournament, will return to AlUla from January 17 to 18, 2025, offering a spectacular celebration of top-class sport, culture, and equestrian heritage.
Organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) in partnership with the Saudi Polo Federation, Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo 2025 will take place at AlFursan Equestrian Village within the stunning surroundings of the ancient oasis city.
"This tournament has become a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s sports and social calendar, showcasing the unique blend of tradition and modernity that defines our region,” said Chief Sports Officer at the RCU Ziad AlSuhaibani.

“We look forward to continuing to inspire, connect, and elevate the global appreciation of equestrian sports, while aligning with the Saudi Vision 2030's goals of enhancing cultural tourism and offering world-class sporting experiences in the Kingdom,” he added.
Richard Mille is returning as the title sponsor of the event, underscoring the brand’s commitment to excellence in sports and events as well as reinforcing its partnership with this one-of-a-kind polo tournament.
The two-day event will feature a blend of world-class polo, history, heritage, and glamour, making it an unmissable occasion on Saudi Arabia’s sports and social calendar.
Some of the top players in global polo are set to participate in the tournament, including Argentine world-famous polo player Adolfo Cambiaso, founder and captain of La Dolfina Polo Team.
Joining Cambiaso in AlUla will be his son Adolfo "Poroto" Cambiaso and his daughter Mia Cambiaso. Other notable players include Nacho Figueras – dubbed the “David Beckham of polo” – and Pablo Mac Donough. Additionally, more professional female players will again participate after their debut at the 2024 tournament.
The event will feature six teams of three players, comprising one professional, one international patron, and one dignitary. Two days of action-packed matches will see the teams battle for the prestigious Desert Polo trophy.