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WWE® to Return to Jeddah for WWE King and Queen of the Ring at the Jeddah Superdome on Saturday, May 27

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The General Entertainment Authority, in collaboration with WWE, has announced the WWE King and Queen Of The Ring event scheduled for May 27, 2023, at the Jeddah Superdome, the largest pillarless superdome globally. This will be the first King Of The Ring Premium Live Event since 2015 and the first coronation of a Queen since the inaugural Queen’s Crown Tournament at WWE Crown Jewel in 2021. Additional details will be revealed in the coming weeks, highlighting WWE's continuous expansion and engagement in the Saudi entertainment market.

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  • Collaboration with General Entertainment Authority enhances WWE's presence in Saudi Arabia.
  • First King Of The Ring event since 2015 signifies a renewed focus on traditional wrestling events.
  • Potential for increased revenue and engagement through live events in a growing market.
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  • Dependency on international markets poses potential risks due to political and economic uncertainties.

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA & STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The General Entertainment Authority, in cooperation with WWE, has announced that WWE King and Queen Of The Ring will be held at the Jeddah Superdome, the world’s largest pillarless Superdome, on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

WWE® TO RETURN TO JEDDAH FOR WWE KING AND QUEEN OF THE RING AT THE JEDDAH SUPERDOME ON SATURDAY, MAY 27 (Photo: Business Wire)

WWE® TO RETURN TO JEDDAH FOR WWE KING AND QUEEN OF THE RING AT THE JEDDAH SUPERDOME ON SATURDAY, MAY 27 (Photo: Business Wire)

WWE King and Queen Of The Ring is happening in Jeddah, alongside a host of additional exciting events happening in Jeddah throughout the year.

This marks the first King Of The Ring Premium Live Event to be held since 2015 and the first crowning of a Queen since the inaugural Queen’s Crown Tournament which took place at WWE Crown Jewel in Riyadh in 2021.

More details on WWE King and Queen Of The Ring will be announced in the coming weeks.

About the General Entertainment Authority

The General Entertainment Authority (GEA) was established in line with Saudi Vision 2030 to carry out the tasks of organizing and developing the entertainment sector in the Kingdom, and providing options and entertainment opportunities for all segments of society in all regions of the Kingdom. The GEA aims to enrich life, bring joy and motivate the private sector to play its role in building and developing entertainment activities. The GEA supports the economy of the Kingdom by contributing to the diversification of its sources, raising the GDP, in addition to supporting small and medium enterprises and raising the proportion of foreign direct investment in the entertainment sector.

About WWE

WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment. The Company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, premium live events, digital media and publishing platforms. WWE’s TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion homes worldwide in 30 languages through world-class distribution partners including NBCUniversal, FOX, BT Sport, Sony India and Rogers. The award-winning WWE Network includes all premium live events, scheduled programming and a massive video-on-demand library and is currently available in more than 180 countries. In the United States, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, is the exclusive home to WWE Network.

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General Entertainment Authority Media

Media@gea.gov.sa

WWE Media

Joel Zietcer

Joel.Zietcer@wwecorp.com

Source: WWE

FAQ

What is the WWE King and Queen Of The Ring event?

The WWE King and Queen Of The Ring event is a Premium Live Event scheduled for May 27, 2023, at the Jeddah Superdome.

When will WWE King and Queen Of The Ring take place?

The event will take place on May 27, 2023.

Where will the WWE King and Queen Of The Ring be held?

The event will be held at the Jeddah Superdome in Saudi Arabia.

What significance does the WWE King and Queen Of The Ring event hold?

It marks the return of the King Of The Ring event after eight years and the first crowning of a Queen since 2021.

Who is involved in organizing the WWE King and Queen Of The Ring?

The event is organized by WWE in collaboration with the General Entertainment Authority in Saudi Arabia.

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