Jeddah, December 6, 2021, SPA -- The President of the Asian Football Confederation, First Vice President of the International Football Association Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa has extended his sincere congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Defense, on the occasion of the great success of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in hosting and organizing the 2021 Formula 1 Grand Prix. Sheikh Salman attended the activities of the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, which was held yesterday evening, Sunday, at Jeddah Corniche Circuit. He stressed that the remarkable success in the Kingdom's hosting of the Formula 1 Grand Prix is in line with the ambitious vision of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz in terms of consolidating the Kingdom's distinguished position on the international arena and confirming its ability to host major sporting events. Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa valued Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, Minister of Sports, for his kind invitation to attend the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, praising the Minister's clear efforts in creating the ideal environment for organizing this major global sporting event. He praised the Corniche Circuit project in Jeddah City, which was completed in record time, praising the professionality and high efficiency shown by the race’s organizing cadres, which showcased their unique capabilities that had the best impact on the hearts of the race goers and the Kingdom’s guests from all over the world. -- SPA 09:31 LOCAL TIME 06:31 GMT 0007 www.spa.gov.sa/w1660703