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Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli WBC title fight in Riyadh postponed to late October after Crawford defeat

The WBC super middleweight title fight between Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Christian Mbilli is no longer set for September. The Riyadh bout has been moved toward late October 2026, while the official reason for the delay has not been announced. Canelo is chasing a comeback after losing to Terence Crawford, with Mbilli entering as the reigning champion

28.06.2026

Travel

Saudi Arabia targets Chinese tourists: guide to flights, visas, Riyadh, AlUla, Red Sea and Vision 2030

Saudi Arabia is opening strongly to Chinese tourists through new flights, e-visas and major Vision 2030 projects. This guide explains how to reach Riyadh, AlUla and the Red Sea, when to travel, where to eat, how to plan accommodation and how to reduce unnecessary trip costs during a short stay or a longer itinerary

13.06.2026

Travel

Riyadh Air and the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Riyadh: new guide to Saudi air connectivity

Riyadh Air is entering its operational phase with the first Boeing 787 Dreamliners in Riyadh, new routes to London, Cairo, Dubai, Jeddah, Madrid and Manchester, and an ambition to connect the Saudi capital with more than 100 global destinations by 2030

11.06.2026

Sports

Esports World Cup 2026 moves to Paris as major esports tournament leaves Riyadh and Saudi Arabia for Europe

Esports World Cup 2026 will take place in Paris from July 6 to August 23, marking the first time the major esports tournament leaves Riyadh. Organizers expect more than 2,000 players, 200 clubs and a prize pool exceeding 75 million dollars, while presenting the event as a global sports and gaming spectacle in Europe

28.05.2026

Sports

Esports World Cup 2026 moves from Riyadh to Paris as major esports tournament changes host amid crisis

The Esports World Cup 2026 will be staged in Paris instead of Riyadh, keeping its summer calendar, record prize pool and more than two thousand players. The relocation raises major questions about security, travel, logistics and the future of the biggest club-based esports competition

22.05.2026

Travel

Saudi Arabia is investing billions in tourism, but war with Iran and the regional crisis are testing Vision 2030

Find out how the Saudi plan for tourism development is entering its most sensitive phase. We bring an overview of growth in arrivals, investment, and air traffic, but also of the risks posed by war with Iran, flight disruptions, and changing perceptions of security in the Middle East.

23.03.2026

Travel

Saudi Arabia faces a tourism test: war, warnings and crisis undermine confidence in the vision of a global destination

Find out how war in the region, security warnings from Western states and disruptions in air traffic are putting pressure on the Saudi tourism development plan. We bring an overview of investments, messages from ITB Berlin and the questions opening up for travellers, investors and the future of Vision 2030.

07.03.2026

Travel

Germany organizes evacuations from the Persian Gulf as ITB Berlin suffers the consequences of airspace closures

Find out how Germany is bringing back citizens entangled in Gulf air-traffic chaos via Riyadh and Muscat, and why the World Tourism Network is calling for support also for international ITB Berlin delegates, at a moment when airspace closures are reshaping travel plans. We bring key information on flight disruptions and possible solutions.

03.03.2026

Travel

Saudi Arabia strengthens aviation diplomacy: Future Aviation Forum 2026 in Riyadh and Vision 2030 ambitions

Find out how the Future Aviation Forum 2026 in Riyadh gathers world aviation leaders while Saudi Arabia records record passenger growth and invests in airports, carriers, and cargo corridors. We bring you what lies behind the Vision 2030 plans and where the biggest challenges are. Who wins and who loses in the competition with regional hubs and how investments are changing the rules of the game.

13.02.2026

Riyadh

Articles with this tag

Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli WBC title fight in Riyadh postponed to late October after Crawford defeat

Saudi Arabia targets Chinese tourists: guide to flights, visas, Riyadh, AlUla, Red Sea and Vision 2030

Riyadh Air and the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner in Riyadh: new guide to Saudi air connectivity

Esports World Cup 2026 moves to Paris as major esports tournament leaves Riyadh and Saudi Arabia for Europe

Esports World Cup 2026 moves from Riyadh to Paris as major esports tournament changes host amid crisis

Saudi Arabia is investing billions in tourism, but war with Iran and the regional crisis are testing Vision 2030

Saudi Arabia faces a tourism test: war, warnings and crisis undermine confidence in the vision of a global destination

Germany organizes evacuations from the Persian Gulf as ITB Berlin suffers the consequences of airspace closures

Saudi Arabia strengthens aviation diplomacy: Future Aviation Forum 2026 in Riyadh and Vision 2030 ambitions

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