Biggest winner

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia solidified its stature as a global sports hub after the highly successful hosting of the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup.

Jeddah, the Middle Eastern giant’s second-largest city, welcomed 16 of the continent’s best squads in a fierce two-week competition for basketball glory.

All eyes were on Saudi Arabia as it set a new gold standard in staging a continental sporting event.

From training facilities that catered to the needs of each participating team to the state-of-the-art King Abdullah Sports City Hall game venue, the experience of competitors and fans from 5 to 17 August was nothing short of magical.

It wasn’t Australia, the repeat champion, that emerged as the biggest winner.

But it was Saudi Arabia itself that received the loudest applause for the Kingdom’s remarkable pulling off of the landmark event.

It proved that Saudi Arabia’s modern sports infrastructure and organizational mettle are truly world-class. 

Ultimately, the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup was a testament to the Kingdom’s capability and a statement to the world. 

It wasn’t just a basketball tournament; it was a cultural exchange, a celebration of the sport, and a powerful demonstration of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious vision.

Saudi Arabia is indeed a sports destination.