The proceeds of the race go to the “Hope Council”, one of the Al Jalila Foundation’s initiatives

Dubai Holding Sky Run will be held at Jumeirah Emirates Towers on November 12

250 competitors participate in the race, including 30 professional athletes.

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Dubai Holding has announced the return of the Dubai Holding Sky Run, the only official stair race in Dubai, as the 17th edition of the race will be held on November 12, in partnership with the International Vertical Running Federation, the Dubai Sports Council and the Dubai Sports Council. Al Jalila Foundation”, in addition to “Jumeirah Emirates Towers”, which is hosting the event.

A press release stated: “The Dubai Holding Sky Run requires a 52-storey ascent, equivalent to 1,334 steps of stairs, to the top of the office building building in Jumeirah Emirates Towers, and is open to professional runners, fitness enthusiasts and amateurs alike, from the UAE. And from all over the world, to participate in an interesting competition for a charitable purpose.

All proceeds from the race will go to the “Hope Council” of the Al Jalila Foundation, the official charitable body that benefits from Dubai Holding’s various fitness initiatives.”

It is expected that 250 competitors, including 20 to 30 professional athletes, will join the Dubai Holding Sky Run this year, in three categories: elite runners, open participation, and teams, where it is a condition that each team consists of 4 participants.

Dubai Holding will honor the three best men and the three best women in the Elite and Open Participation categories, in addition to honoring the top three teams.

Dubai Holding will also celebrate the participation of people of determination in the race.

Dubai Holding will award cash prizes to the top three winners in the Elite category, as well as the fastest team in the Team category.

Huda Buhumaid, CEO of Marketing and Sustainability, said: “We are thrilled with the return of the highly anticipated (Dubai Holding SkyRun), which is the only race in the recently launched international staircase race, and it is an affirmation of our commitment to strengthening Dubai’s position as one of the most vibrant, healthy and happiest cities in the world. the scientist".

She added: “This race is a key component of Dubai Holding’s corporate fitness program, which has continued to encourage employees and community members to lead a healthy lifestyle while maintaining physical fitness since its launch in 2007, and confirms our commitment to supporting the third goal of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It is to ensure that everyone enjoys healthy lifestyles and well-being.”

Since 2008, the International Vertical Running Federation has adopted stair running as a recognized sporting activity, and the federation is the official body that encourages and supervises vertical races around the world, whether races to high altitudes such as mountain tops or staircase races.

Marino Giacometti, President of the International Vertical Running Federation, said: “We are pleased to celebrate the launch of the first international stair running championships at the Dubai Holding SkyRun 2022, building on our successful cooperation with Dubai Holding since 2016, as part of the Vertical World Tour. It was a very lively year, as we celebrated at least three world championships in various activities, and now we welcome some of the brightest tower runners and global vertical runners to test their abilities inside the tower instead of challenging outdoors.”

The Dubai Holding SkyRun is an officially approved race within the annual calendar of Dubai Sports Council and a major event in the Dubai Fitness Challenge. This initiative encourages Dubai residents and visitors to adopt a healthier and more active lifestyle by doing at least 30 minutes of exercise. daily exercise for 30 days.

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