Kazakhstan will host the 2029 Asian Winter Games after Saudi Arabia’s withdrawal.
Almaty has been named as the new venue by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).
The decision was announced at the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, where OCA President Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani thanked Kazakhstan for its commitment to developing winter sports.
“We have no doubt we will build on this legacy and deliver an unforgettable Games in 2029,” he said.
The Games – scheduled to be held at the Trojena resort in the new Saudi Arabian city of Neom – were initially postponed last month.
No official reason for the delay was provided at the time, though reports from Singapore publication The Straits Times, external suggesting there had been a delay in constructing the ski resort.
The reports also suggested discussions had been held over the possibility of Saudi Arabia hosting the Games in 2033 instead.
