Question 1

Which Middle Eastern country has announced plans to invest approximately $38 billion into an esports hub by 2030, positioning itself as a dominant force in the sector?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Arabia

Question 2

As of early 2025, what is the projected total economic impact targeted by Dubai's ambitious Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033?

Accepted Answer

$5 billion

Question 3

What is the total value of the six-season broadcast rights contract for Saudi football competitions across the Middle East and North Africa region, running from August 2025 to the end of the 2030/2031 season?

Accepted Answer

SAR 2.32 billion

Question 4

Qatar Sports Investments (QSI), a key player in the region's sports market, acquired a minority stake in which Portuguese football club in October 2022, marking its first direct investment outside of Paris Saint-Germain?

Accepted Answer

Sporting Clube de Braga

Question 5

The Bahrain Grand Prix has generated an estimated economic impact of $1.3 billion for the country since its inception in 2004. Approximately how many temporary jobs does each race weekend create in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

3,000

Question 6

Which entity is spearheading Saudi Arabia's sports investment strategy, encompassing football, golf, combat sports, tennis, motorsport, and esports, with direct capital deployment exceeding $6 billion?

Accepted Answer

Public Investment Fund (PIF)

Question 7

beIN Media Group recently renewed its broadcast partnership with the NBA, continuing to show games across the Middle East and North Africa. How long has this partnership been in place, dating back to its initial agreement?

Accepted Answer

Since 2008

Question 8

According to a report, the Middle East's esports industry is experiencing rapid growth. Saudi Arabia is planning a significant investment by 2030 into an esports hub. What is the projected total investment amount?

Accepted Answer

$38 billion

Question 9

The UAE's sporting goods market is projected to see a growth rate that starts strong in 2025 but steadily loses momentum. What is the projected growth rate by 2029?

Accepted Answer

9.27%

Question 10

Qatar Sports Investments (QSI) is a major stakeholder in global sports. Which professional padel tour did QSI launch, and later integrate with the World Padel Tour in 2023 to consolidate professional padel globally?

Accepted Answer

Premier Padel

Question 11

The sports industry in the Middle East is expected to grow significantly. By 2026, what is the projected growth percentage for the Middle East's sports industry, compared to the global industry's forecast?

Accepted Answer

8.7%

Question 12

In terms of revenue, the Middle East and Africa (MEA) esports market accounted for what percentage of the global esports market in 2024, according to one projection?

Accepted Answer

3.2%

Question 13

Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in sports as part of its Vision 2030. What is the estimated annual investment by Saudi Arabia in its sports sector, aimed at generating significant economic impact and job creation?

Accepted Answer

$2 billion

Question 14

Dubai's Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033 aims to increase the growth rate of the sports economy by 80%. What is the projected contribution of the sports sector to Dubai's GDP by 2033?

Accepted Answer

AED 18.3 billion

Question 15

The PIF established Savvy Gaming Group in 2022 as its dedicated gaming and esports investment vehicle. What is the approximate amount Savvy Gaming Group has deployed in gaming investments?

Accepted Answer

$7.5 billion

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