Results of the fourth day of the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025
The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025, organized by the Saudi Falcons Club at its headquarters in Mulham, north of Riyadh, witnessed fierce and exciting competitions on its fourth day, as falconers from across the Kingdom flocked to participate in this premier global event. This edition reaffirms Saudi Arabia's leading position as a premier global destination for falcons and falconers, thus reinforcing a rich cultural heritage deeply rooted in Arab history.
The importance of the festival and its cultural dimensions
The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival is more than just a fleeting sporting competition; it is a massive cultural and heritage event aimed at preserving national identity and passing on this rich legacy to future generations. In its previous editions, the festival has successfully entered the Guinness World Records as the largest gathering of falcons in the world, reflecting the significant attention and support the wise leadership gives to this sector. The festival directly contributes to supporting the hobby of falconry and stimulating the associated economic activity, from breeding farms to auctions and competitions, making it a vital contributor to heritage tourism in the region.
Details of the competitions on day four
As part of the Al-Malwah competition, the festival organizers dedicated the fourth day of competitions to the local amateur category, with 227 falcons participating across seven main rounds characterized by intense competition and enthusiasm. The participating categories included: Gyrfalcon (juvenile and adult), Peregrine falcon (juvenile and adult), and Saker falcon (juvenile and adult).
Results of the triple gear round
The competitions opened with the “Mathlouth Gyr Farakh” category, where falconer Yousef Al-Mustanir secured first place with his falcon (Tarshih), followed by Faisal Al-Sharafi in second place with his falcon (Sultan), and Abdullah Al-Afis in third place with his falcon (Ghanah). In the “Mathlouth Gyr Qarnas” category, Awad Al-Aradi claimed first place with his falcon (Dhan), Hamad Al-Marri came in second with his falcon (Daghsh), and Fahd Al-Qahtani took third place with his falcon (V12).
Dominance in the Shaheen and Hurr races
In the “Shaheen Fakh” category, Mo’ajeb Al-Dossari shone, securing first place with his falcon (Reema), followed by Meshal Al-Shammari in second place and Rakan Al-Shaibani in third. In the “Shaheen Qarnas” category, Mohammed Al-Buainain claimed first place with his falcon (Shanah). The “Hurr” competitions were particularly exciting, with Abdulaziz Al-Fahigi winning first place in the first round of the “Hurr Fakh” category with his falcon (Latam), while Fawaz Al-Hajri snatched first place in the second round of the same category with his falcon (Ghaith). The fourth day concluded with the “Hurr Qarnas” competitions, in which Duaij Al-Duaij was crowned champion with his falcon (Habas).
Huge awards and global standards
The King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2025 is distinguished by its substantial prizes, exceeding a total value of 38 million Saudi Riyals, distributed across 139 rounds and encompassing 1,012 awards. The main competitions are divided into the Al-Malwah (400-meter lure) race, which focuses on speed, and the Al-Mazayin competition, which emphasizes aesthetics according to precise criteria. The festival continues to welcome participants and visitors until January 10, 2026, offering a unique heritage experience that blends the authenticity of the past with modern organizational techniques.
