His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan presided on Sunday at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat over the 17th edition of the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting, one of the most prestigious events on the global athletics calendar and a key stage of the Wanda Diamond League.
The presence of HRH Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan at this major sporting event reflects the continued commitment of the Moroccan Royal Family to the promotion of sports and youth development, while highlighting Morocco’s growing status as a leading destination for international sporting competitions.
Upon his arrival at the Olympic Stadium, the Crown Prince was welcomed by several officials, sports personalities and representatives of national and international athletics bodies before taking his place in the official stand to attend the various competitions scheduled during the meeting.
Held under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting has become one of Africa’s most prominent sporting events. Since joining the Diamond League circuit, the competition has attracted world-class athletes, Olympic champions and record holders from across the globe, making Rabat a key stop on the international athletics tour.
This year’s edition brought together elite athletes representing numerous countries and featured high-level performances across several track and field disciplines. The event offered spectators a unique opportunity to witness some of the world’s finest competitors showcasing their talent in a highly competitive environment.
The meeting also serves as a platform for promoting athletics throughout the Kingdom and inspiring younger generations to pursue sporting excellence. Through the organization of international competitions of this caliber, Morocco continues to strengthen its position as a regional and continental hub for sports development.
Over the years, the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting has played a significant role in enhancing Morocco’s international visibility and demonstrating the country’s capacity to host major sporting events in line with the highest global standards. The modern facilities of the Olympic Stadium and the quality of the organization have earned widespread recognition from athletes, federations and sports observers worldwide.
The event further illustrates Morocco’s broader strategy of investing in sports infrastructure and fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion and fair play. As the only African stage of the Diamond League, the Rabat meeting remains a symbol of the Kingdom’s ambition to contribute actively to the advancement of international athletics.
By presiding over this prestigious event, HRH Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan reaffirmed the importance attached to sport as a vehicle for human development, international cooperation and the promotion of universal values shared by athletes around the world.
