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Elena Rybakina won the WTA Finals in Riyadh, defeating Aryna Sabalenka and earning a record $5.235 million prize, the biggest in women's tennis history, as part of Saudi Arabia's record-breaking prize money for the event.
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Amanda Anisimova in a semi-final at the 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh to reach the final, where she will face Elena Rybakina, who came from a set down to beat Jessica Pegula. Sabalenka described her win as great preparation for the final, and both players showcased high-quality tennis in their semi-finals.
Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula advanced to the semi-finals of the 2025 WTA Finals in Riyadh, with Sabalenka defeating Coco Gauff to top the Stefanie Graf Group and Pegula winning against Jasmine Paolini. Sabalenka, who has secured the year-end world number one ranking, will face Amanda Anisimova in the semi-finals, while Pegula will play Elena Rybakina. The tournament guarantees a first-time champion this year.
Coco Gauff secured her place in the WTA Finals by defeating Jasmine Paolini in straight sets, showcasing improved consistency and confidence after an initial loss, and positioning herself for the upcoming match against Aryna Sabalenka.
WWE officially announced that WrestleMania 43 will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant expansion of WWE's global presence, with the event scheduled during the Riyadh Season, though the exact date has not been specified.
Rise Tower is a proposed 2-kilometer skyscraper in Riyadh, planned to be the tallest in the world, serving as a landmark and symbol of Saudi Arabia's ambitions, featuring luxury, culture, and sustainability.
The Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh has begun with the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves event, featuring 16 top players divided into four groups competing in double elimination brackets, with a $1 million prize pool and live streaming at EWC Amazon Arena EN.
WWE Night of Champions 2025 is scheduled for June 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featuring only two championship matches including John Cena vs. CM Punk for the Undisputed Championship, with the event streaming on Peacock and WWE's social channels.
The 2024 PFL World Championships in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featured six finals with $1 million prizes at stake. Key matchups included Brendan Loughnane vs. Timur Khizriev in the featherweight final and Dakota Ditcheva vs. Taila Santos in the women's flyweight final. Notable results included Dovlet Yagshimuradov defeating Impa Kasanganay via TKO in the light heavyweight final, Shamil Musaev winning against Magomed Umalatov by TKO in the welterweight final, and Gadzhi Rabadanov knocking out Brent Primus in the lightweight final.
The 2024 PFL Championship is taking place at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with live coverage on ESPN+. The event will crown winners in six divisions, each receiving $1 million, and features four MENA championship bouts. Key fights include Brendan Loughnane vs. Timur Khizriev for the featherweight title and Dakota Ditcheva vs. Taila Santos for the women's flyweight title. Preliminary results include Ali Taleb winning the MENA bantamweight title via knockout and Mohsen Mohammadseifi securing a unanimous decision for the MENA lightweight title.
The PFL World Championship 2024 took place at King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featuring a main event where Brendan Loughnane aimed to win the PFL featherweight tournament title and a $1 million prize against Timur Khizriev. The co-main event saw Dakota Ditcheva face Taila Santos in the PFL flyweight tournament final. The event included a full card of fights broadcast on ESPN+.
Celine Dion made a stunning return to the stage at the "1001 Seasons of Elie Saab" fashion event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, performing hits like "The Power of Love" and "I'm Alive" in a sparkling pink cape gown. This marks her second performance since being diagnosed with stiff person syndrome, following her appearance at the Paris Olympics 2024. Dion's participation in the event celebrated Lebanese designer Elie Saab's 45-year career and included appearances by other celebrities like Halle Berry and models Helena Christensen and Adriana Lima.
Halle Berry stunned at the 1001 Seasons of Elie Saab runway show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, by wearing the same iconic Elie Saab dress she donned when she won the Oscar for Best Actress in 2002. The event celebrated 45 years of the designer's work and featured performances by stars like Céline Dion and Jennifer Lopez. Berry's appearance in the dress, which has been displayed at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, was met with excitement from fans and celebrities alike.
Coco Gauff triumphed over Zheng Qinwen in a thrilling match to win the WTA Finals title in Riyadh, marking her as the youngest American champion since Serena Williams. The match, held in Saudi Arabia, was a significant event for the WTA, despite controversies surrounding the tournament's location. Gauff's victory came after a tense three-set battle, showcasing her resilience and athleticism. This win caps off a remarkable season for Gauff, who has been rising rapidly in the tennis world.
The November 4 episode of WWE Raw, taped in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featured the fallout from WWE Crown Jewel 2024. Highlights included Liv Morgan celebrating her title win, a women's battle royal won by SKY to become the next title challenger, and a main event where Damian Priest won a No. 1 Contender match for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. The show also included appearances by The Usos, Dragon Lee defeating Chad Gable, and The War Raiders beating The New Day.