Canelo Álvarez to fight in Riyadh despite Houthi airport attacks, Saudi official says

Canelo Álvarez will challenge Christian Mbilli for the WBC super-middleweight title in Riyadh on 31 October despite Houthi missile attacks that killed at least 12.

• Turki al-Sheikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, said Álvarez assured him he will fight in Riyadh on 31 October no matter what happens.
• Houthi projectiles struck King Khalid International Airport Saturday, killing at least 12 and wounding more than 300, followed by a second strike Sunday.
• The airport remained closed while US officials urged citizens to avoid it and several airlines suspended flights.
• Trump said Saturday he was considering action against the Houthis and planned to speak with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.