Sports Boulevard Foundation OKs design of Global Sports Tower

The board of directors of the Sports Boulevard Foundation (SBF), chaired by Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, approved the design of the Global Sports Tower, a landmark within the Sports Boulevard project in Riyadh.

The Global Sports Tower, the tallest sports tower in the world and a key landmark of the Sports Boulevard project, will significantly contribute in achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, state-run Saudi Press Agency reported.

The tower is set to enhance the quality of life in Riyadh, positioning the city as one of the top 10 economies globally.

The Sports Boulevard project extends for more than 135 kilometres, connecting Wadi Hanifah in the West with Wadi Al Sulai in the East, through a grid of safe green pathways for pedestrians, cyclists, athletes, and horse riders.

The project includes more than 4.4 million square meters (sqm) of greenery and open spaces and up to 50 multidisciplinary sports facilities. In addition, there are several unique destinations and investment zones, which will exceed three million square meters.

The world’s first sports tower of such scale will contribute to achieving the goals of the Saudi Vision 2030, which commits to creating a sustainable, regenerative environment that enhances the quality of life. This includes a real sports renaissance that elevates the Kingdom's international ambitions and provides facilities to encourage grassroots sports participation.

The Global Sports Tower will stand 130 meters high with a total internal area of 84,000 sqm. It will include more than 30 different sports facilities and the world's tallest indoor climbing wall, which totals 98 meters.

The tower will incorporate a unique architectural design that applies to the Sports Boulevard Design Code driven by the principles of Salmani architecture, which is based on both originality and modernity. The tower following these principles makes it a distinctive landmark on Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road and across Riyadh.

The tower aims to achieve the goals of the Sports Boulevard project and improve the quality of life in Riyadh by promoting sports and enabling the community by providing world-class facilities that contribute to promoting a sports culture among all members of society.

In March 2019, King Salman launched the Sports Boulevard project, which spans 135 km and features sports, cultural, entertainment, and environmental activities, according to data available with Argaam.