Saudi Sports Arbitration Center Launches Its Participation In The Sports Investment Forum (SIF)

The Saudi Sports Arbitration Center launches its participation in the Sports Investment Forum (SIF), held under the patronage of the Ministry of Sports and the Ministry of Investment, from April 7 to 9

The Center's participation will begin with a panel discussion to be held tomorrow, Monday, April 7, 2025, entitled "Arbitration in Sports Disputes, Sponsorship Contracts, and Sports Investment." The panel will feature Dr. Najla Al-Hogail, a member of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Sports Arbitration Center; legislative expert Dr. Faisal Al-Fadel; and Mr. Ahmed Abu Amara, an arbitrator accredited by the Saudi Sports Arbitration Center (SSAC) and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Dr. Mohammed bin Nasser Bassem, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Sports Arbitration Center, will speak at the main session of the forum, held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, under the title "Arbitration and Investment in the Sports Sector." The panel will also include Mr. Hadi Al-Kulaib, Chairman of the National Committee for Sports Clubs; and Trevor Watkins, Head of the Sports Sector at Pinsent Masons.

The Center's participation in the forum will conclude with a workshop entitled "Arbitration in Sports Investment Disputes," to be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, and presented by Mr. Hassan bin Ibrahim Al-Saif, an accredited arbitrator at the Saudi Sports Arbitration Center.

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Sports Arbitration Center, Dr. Mohammed bin Nasser Bassam, explained that the center's participation in the Sports Investment Forum stems from its pivotal role in promoting a fair and integrated legal sports environment that supports the growth of sports investment in the Kingdom. He pointed out that the center seeks, through this participation, to highlight the importance of establishing the principles of justice and the protection of rights in the sports sector through effective arbitration mechanisms that contribute to resolving sports and related disputes, in accordance with international best practices. This will enhance investor confidence and raise the efficiency of the sports system in the Kingdom.