Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Presides Over the 17th Edition of the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting in Rabat
His Royal Highness Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Presides Over the 17th Edition of the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting
On Sunday, His Royal Highness Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan presided over the 17th edition of the Mohammed VI International Athletics Meeting at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat. This event is a significant stop on the global Diamond League circuit and a key highlight in the World Athletics calendar.
Organized under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, this edition reflects Morocco’s ongoing commitment to sports development, recognized as an essential driver for social inclusion, youth empowerment, and the promotion of self-transcendence and fair play values.
Upon his arrival at the stadium, Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan reviewed a section of the Royal Guard and was greeted by various government and institutional officials, as well as leaders from the national and international sports sectors. He then attended the performance of the national anthem and the official opening of the competition.
The Mohammed VI Athletics Meeting brings together some of the world’s top athletes each year and is the only Diamond League event held on the African continent. The event enhances the international profile of Morocco and specifically of Rabat, which is acknowledged as a major cultural and sporting capital.
Over the years, this sporting event has established itself as a premier competition, noted for numerous records and international performances, affirming Morocco’s position among the global elite in athletics.
As part of the global Diamond League circuit, the Rabat meeting is included in an international schedule comprising 15 events across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the United States, with a final set to take place in Brussels in September 2026.
