Riyadh: International Olympic Committee IOC President Kirsty Coventry announced the appointed members of the IOC Athletes' Commission for the next four years. The list included Saudi Olympian and national rowing team member Husein Alireza, making him the first Saudi athlete to join the commission.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the selection of Husein Alireza, who previously qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, affirms the presence of Saudi talent in international sporting committees.
The Athletes' Commission works to defend and represent the rights of athletes, submits their recommendations to the IOC Executive Board, and organizes events and programs to support athletes both domestically and internationally.