Episode 92! Saudi Arabia’s sporting ambitions and investments have been dominating global coverage of the Kingdom in recent months. The 966 speaks with Simon Chadwick, Professor of Sport and Geopolitical Economy, SKEMMA Business School, Paris, about all of the interest and investments by Saudi Arabia and Gulf nations into global sports. Professor Chadwick has consulted for and advised some of the biggest names in sport, such as FC Barcelona, UEFA, Adidas, the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP). Before that, the hosts discuss a recent article in Newsweek by a previous guest of The 966, David Rundell, about some facts around Saudi Arabia's real role in 9/11, and why context matters. Then the hosts discuss all the latest with NEOM, including a recent interview given by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Discovery in English. The hosts conclude as always with Yallah! 6 top storylines to get you up to speed heading into the weekend.
Eid Al-Adha Mubarak to all followers and friends.

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