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Saudi Arabia, the sole bidder for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, received a record score of 419.8 out of 500, the highest in the history of World Cup hosting evaluations. The evaluation deemed Saudi Arabia's bid as a 'medium' risk concerning human rights and timing, noting that issues such as extreme heat, 40-degree summer temperatures, and the overlap with Ramadan and Hajj need to be considered. FIFA's report suggests there is 'good potential' for the tournament to spark future reforms in human rights. The bid received a 'low risk' assessment for sustainability commitment and environmental protection. The final ratification of Saudi Arabia as the host is expected on December 11, with no vote required since there are no competing bids.