Riyadh, January 26, 2025, Sponsored by Riyadh Season and organized by the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming, and Drones, in collaboration with the World Air Sports Federation, the Drone Racing World Cup continues its exciting activities on the second day of competition in Boulevard City. The event is set to conclude tomorrow.
The second day of the Drone Racing World Cup featured the completion of the qualifying rounds, with over 140 pilots participating. The final qualifiers commenced as preparations were made to determine the race winners for tomorrow, with 64 pilots advancing to this stage.
This edition of the World Cup boasts significant international participation in the Kingdom, with China leading the registration with approximately 15 pilots, followed closely by Oman with over 13 pilots, and Korea among other participating nations.
The second day attracted a large audience to the Activity Zone, showcasing a variety of drone-related activities, including the Drone Hub, Drag Racing, and Fly Free. Additionally, attendees enjoyed VR Drone Racing, which simulates drone racing through virtual reality glasses, along with various engaging drone workshops and other interactive activities.
The Drone Racing World Cup will conclude its competitions tomorrow at the SEF Arena in Boulevard City, with prizes exceeding SAR1,300,000. Hosting this race in the Kingdom underscores Saudi Arabia's prominent role in the drone sector.
