The first-ever Sports Investment Forum (SIF), held in Riyadh over three days, concluded today under the patronage of the Ministries of Sports and Investment, with participation of decision-makers, investors, and experts from 20 countries.
The forum attracted significant attendance, with over 2,800 participants, more than 3,500 participants in workshops, and over 30 million digital views of content related to the event, reflecting the growing local and international interest in transforming sports into a vital economic sector.
The forum highlighted opportunities in privatization, infrastructure development, and investment in media and e-sports, affirming that Saudi sport is steadily advancing towards becoming a sustainable economic contributor, as part of the Saudi Vision 2030 goals.
During the forum, more than 60 investment agreements were signed, with participation from over 50 entities and strategic partners. Over 50 sessions and workshops were organized, featuring 140 international and local speakers, creating a rich dialogue platform to shape the future of sports in the Kingdom.
The organizing bodies said that the inaugural SIF is just the beginning of a series of upcoming forums that will continue to support the sports investment movement and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a global hub for the sports industry.
