Runners of different nationalities and ages have begun arriving at the Al Marmoom Desert Reserve, with the start of the weekly preparatory tours, in anticipation of the second edition of the ultra-marathon, which is held under the umbrella of the Dubai Sports Council, during the period from 9 to 13 December next year, with an increase This year, the race will be 300 km long, boosting its status as the world's longest desert power race, with the participation of selected champions in this endurance race, as well as a large number of UAE-based amateurs who will compete for five days of challenging and enjoyable The unique nature of the UAE to win the prize money of $ 100 thousand.
From dawn every Friday to November 29, mini-races will be held from the last Exit - Al Qudra area under the supervision of specialized trainers. The aim is to train the participating runners on the nature of running this type of races, and how to prepare it properly, to reach the full readiness level. The world's longest running race in the Sahara, where the professional category extends for 300 kilometers over five consecutive days within the Marmoum reserve, one of three categories in the race, along with the second category in which competitors compete for 110 kilometers in a row, and the third category Gingival 50 kilometers.
The organizing committee has invited the runners wishing to participate in these preparatory stations, where the door will be opened for free, and the allocation of a selection of the best coaches to share their experiences and familiarize them with the challenges facing runners in this type of racing, and prepare them to deal with various physical and mental challenges.
Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, praised the launch of these weekly preparatory tours and said: “After the great success of the first edition of the unique event with the participation of runners from inside and outside the country, this initiative to qualify and train runners is an ideal opportunity for both runners. Individually or teams, to test their ability to run within the picturesque desert of the Marmum reserve, and to raise their physical abilities and endurance, to reach the focus needed to meet this challenge of the strongest of its kind in the world ».
The Organizing Committee confirmed that those wishing to participate, and for more information about these preparatory tours to communicate via e-mail:
info@ultramarathon.ae