Saudi Arabia Hosts the International Practical Shooting Championship (IPSC)
Under the Patronage of the Minister of Sports and With Participation of World-Class Athletes
Riyadh — BETH Media
Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, Minister of Sports and President of the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Saudi Arabia will host the International Practical Shooting Championship (IPSC) from December 4 to 6, at the Saudi Falcons Club in Mulhim, north of Riyadh.
The event is supervised by the Saudi Shooting Federation and organized by Mayadeen Sports Co., with an official delegation from the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC).
Wide International Participation
The championship will bring together around 200 shooters from 16 countries, including elite global competitors, alongside anticipated participation from Saudi shooters. The event is expected to attract broad media coverage and significant attendance from fans of the sport.
Saudi Organizational Excellence… Proven on the Global Stage
Prince Saud bin Khalid bin Abdullah, Chairman of the Board of Mayadeen and IPSC Regional Director in Saudi Arabia, emphasized that hosting this championship reflects:
The Kingdom’s capability to organize major international sporting events
Its world-class sports infrastructure
Its growing position as a preferred destination for athletes worldwide
He added:
“We are fully prepared to deliver an exceptional edition of the championship, in cooperation with the Saudi Shooting Federation and the IPSC, ensuring an enriched experience for both athletes and spectators.”
Professional Organization and the Highest Safety Standards
The event will be held in full compliance with IPSC regulations, ensuring a professional competitive environment where local shooters can compete alongside top-tier international athletes. The championship will be managed by:
12 international judges
20 national judges
All of whom were trained according to accredited technical programs to guarantee fairness and discipline.
Several government and partner entities are supporting the event, including:
the Ministry of Sports, Ministry of Interior, Saudi Tourism Authority, Riyadh Region Emirate, the Saudi Falcons Club, and other contributing sectors.