Saudi Arabia PIF in talks to create boxing league: report
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is in talks with boxing stakeholders about creating a league, in a potentially game-changing move for the sport, people familiar with the matter told Reuters. The PIF is considering investing in a joint venture with boxing interests to host more matches, the people said, asking not to be identified […]
PGA Tour reports ‘progress’ with Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund that pays for LIV Golf
The PGA Tour provided progress updates, without providing details, on face-to-face talks between the tour’s negotiating committee and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund as they work to reach an agreement. “We want to do this right and are approaching these discussions with careful consideration of our players, fans, partners and the future of the game,” […]
Saudi Arabia Accuses Israel of ‘Continuous Genocidal Massacres,’ Throwing Doubt on Biden’s Future Deal
Saudi Arabia on Wednesday accused Israel of committing “ongoing genocide” against Palestinians and cast doubt on the Biden administration’s efforts to broker a “normalization” deal between Israel and Saudi Arabia. In a statement, the Saudi Arabian Foreign Ministry said it had taken a tougher stance against Israel than Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS), accusing […]
US ‘very close’ to presenting Saudi normalization deal to Israel, Blinken says
U.S. and Saudi officials could be “weeks away” from finalizing the core terms of a deal to normalize diplomatic relations between the Gulf Arab monarchy and Israel, according to America’s top diplomat. “This would be a game changer,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken told House Appropriations Committee lawmakers on Wednesday. “Those agreements, in principle, are […]
Jordan Spieth calls out ‘false narratives’ about PGA Tour, Saudi deal
Jordan Spieth believes things are moving in the right direction regarding the PGA Tour’s ongoing negotiations with the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). Ahead of this week’s Charles Schwab Challenge, an event Spieth won in 2016, the former Texas Longhorn criticized the “false narrative” surrounding the contract. “I don’t think the perception that things are […]
Saudi Arabia’s national carrier orders more than 100 new Airbus jets as it ramps up tourism push
Saudi Arabia’s national airline has ordered more than 100 new Airbus planes, reflecting the kingdom’s ambitious move to attract more tourists. Saudia Group, which represents Saudia Airlines and its low-cost carrier Flydeal, announced on Monday that it has ordered 105 aircraft from the French aerospace company’s A320neo family of jets, including 12 A320neos and 93 […]
King of Saudi Arabia to Undergo Treatment for Lung Infection
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, 88, will receive treatment for a “lung infection,” the country’s state news agency reported. This was revealed by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). post On Sunday morning, X reported that the king was suffering from a “high fever and joint pain” and would undergo a medical examination. […]
Saudi FM hits back at reporter’s Gaza refugee question
The Palestinians have a right to their land.” Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud’s response — to a question … source
Rory McIlroy, despite alleged Tiger Woods fallout, to negotiate with Saudi PIF
After all, Rory McIlroy will likely play some role in the PGA Tour’s negotiations with the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). After shooting a 4-under 67 in the opening round of the Wells Fargo Championship, McIlroy announced that he has joined the PGA Tour Corporate Transactions Subcommittee. “I’m not participating [PGA Tour Policy] It’s a […]
Tiger Woods takes demigod role in PGA Tour negotiations with Saudi Public Investment Fund
Tiger Woods played a powerful role as the PGA Tour seeks an agreement with the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), the beneficiary of LIV Golf. Woods would do that. Join a subcommittee of 5 membersDoug Ferguson said the only player in the delegation will be the primary driver of negotiations. Associated Press. PGA Tour Commissioner […]