The announcement of the inaugural Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Camel Festival, which is set to take place in Riyadh in February 2024. This festival is organized by the Saudi Camel Sports Federation and is expected to attract camel enthusiasts from around the world.
One of the highlights of the festival is the impressive prize pool, which exceeds SR70 million. The festival has received the approval of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, indicating strong government support for the sports sector in Saudi Arabia and aligning with the country's broader efforts to promote sports.
Minister of Sports Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki emphasized the significance of this festival in the context of the Kingdom's comprehensive sports renaissance.
Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saudi Camel Sports, Prince Fahd bin Jalawi, expressed gratitude for the support of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and noted that this support has been instrumental in elevating camel racing to international recognition as a sport.