The Saudi Cycling Federation discusses the Al-Ula Tour 2026 and the Olympic track
The Board of Directors of the Saudi Cycling Federation held its third regular meeting of 2025, chaired by Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Shahrani, with the participation of board members, via video conference. This meeting comes at a crucial time, as the sports sector in Saudi Arabia is witnessing unprecedented activity aimed at strengthening the Kingdom's position as a global destination for hosting major sporting events, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030.
Major international hosting bids dominated the council's discussions, with a review of preparations for the 2026 Al-Ula Tour , an event gaining international acclaim due to the stunning geographical and historical landscape of Al-Ula Governorate. This makes the race a unique experience combining sporting challenge with tourism promotion. The council also discussed the bid to host the 2026 Asian Championships , as well as preparations for the Asian Congress meeting, reflecting the administrative and diplomatic influence that Saudi sports seeks to establish in Asia.
In the context of infrastructure development, the meeting paid close attention to the latest developments in Olympic cycling track . This project represents a qualitative leap in the history of the sport in the Kingdom, as it will provide a professional training environment according to the highest international standards, enabling Saudi athletes to compete in track cycling, a goldmine of medals at the Olympic Games. The council discussed mechanisms for cooperation with relevant government agencies and private sector investors to ensure the project's completion according to the established timeline.
On the technical front, the council reviewed the national teams' schedule, including domestic and international training camps, to ensure peak readiness for upcoming competitions. The meeting also addressed human resource development, approving plans for refereeing and technical courses aimed at honing the skills of national referees and coaches. This reflects the belief that the sustainability of cycling extends beyond the athletes themselves to encompass the entire technical and administrative system.
This meeting confirms the Saudi Cycling Federation's determination to move forward with a comprehensive strategy that balances attracting global events, developing infrastructure, and building a solid national base of practitioners and technicians, to ensure a bright future for this sport.
