Under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Arabia will open the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games tomorrow, running until November 21. The event will host participants from 57 Islamic countries, highlighting Saudi Arabia's leading role in strengthening ties among Islamic nations through sports.
The Games return to Saudi Arabia 20 years after the first edition took place in Makkah, which brought together athletes from various Islamic countries.
"This royal patronage highlights the importance of joint Islamic action and the support for cooperation among the member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Sport serves as a vital bridge for fostering peace, unity, and understanding."
— Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal, Minister of Sport, President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and President of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association
He also stated, "We are excited to host over 3,000 athletes competing in more than 22 different sports and are committed to delivering an exceptional event that showcases the Kingdom's organizational capabilities."
The 6th edition will demonstrate the Kingdom’s ability to organize large-scale international sporting events and reinforce its role as a unifying force in the Islamic world.
Summary: The 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh bring together 57 countries and over 3,000 athletes, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to unity and cooperation among Islamic nations through sports.