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Abdulrahman Al-Roudhan captured first place in the 90kg division at Marrakech Pro in Morocco, earning his IFBB Pro Card and qualifying to compete in professional bodybuilding championships worldwide.
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Ahmad Juraybei — The Saudi bodybuilder won gold and first place in the open weight category at Romania Muscle Fest Pro 2026, securing qualification to Mr. Olympia World Championship for professionals. He defeated Czech competitor Joseph Kveton in second place and Spanish competitor Pablo Lopez in third.Nawaf Al-Aqidi (Al-Nassr goalkeeper) — The international goalkeeper began a four- to six-week rehabilitation program at Spittar in Doha following injury sustained with the national team. Medical evaluation at program completion will determine readiness to return or need for extended rehabilitation phases.Ahmad Juraybei's achievement represents a significant milestone for Saudi bodybuilding, accomplished during his second professional open weight competition appearance and reinforcing the nation's international competitive presence.Ahmed Bamsoud (Al-Fayha) — The player continues individual rehabilitation at club medical facilities ahead of return to group training after sustaining a hamstring injury during Roshn Saudi Premier League match against Al-Hazm on October 22.Khalid Al-Ghannaam (Al-Ittifaq) — The defender undergoes new medical evaluation following shoulder X-ray results to determine group training readiness. Initial medical indicators suggest difficulty in time for Al-Hilal match scheduled November 28 after injury sustained October 31.Mousa Dembele (Al-Ittifaq forward) — The French player will undergo fitness and physical testing in two days to determine readiness for group training resumption after injury recovery.What to Watch:
Aramco Stadium prepares to host its first official match on November 23, when Al-Qadisiah Under-21 faces Al-Hilal in Roshn League Round 11, with the senior team debuting November 27 against Al-Fayha in Round 13. The Saudi national team faces South Korea in a friendly fixture after November 15 at its Doha preparation camp under coach Georgios Donis, with goalkeeper Hossam Al-Hammami continuing rehabilitation.