Search DubaiPRNetwork.com

Dubai and UAE

Tuesday, January 18, 2022/ Editor

Home >> Events, Entertainment and Exhibitions

2022 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon Adds World-class Runners to Elite Athlete Field and Reveals Race Route and Technical Sponsor

2022 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon Adds World-class Runners to Elite Athlete Field and Reveals Race Route and Technical Sponsor

Home >> Events, Entertainment and Exhibitions
• Race route revealed for the 15th edition of the world’s fastest half marathon
• Leading Spanish sports brand, JOMA, named as technical sponsor
• Male elite athlete, Abel Kipchumba and female elite athlete, Brigid Kosgei, added to stellar line-up of world-class runners set to compete in February’s race.
• Over 2,000 runners have already signed up for the 2022 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon 
 
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates – 18th January 2021:  Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) today revealed the race route and technical sponsor for the 2022 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon and announced a stellar line-up of world-class runners set take to compete in the highly anticipated race on Saturday 19th February.
 
Vying for top spot in the world’s fastest half marathon is Kenya’s Abel Kipchumba and Brigid Kosgei, who will both compete against recently announced international elite athletes Jacob Kiplimo, and reigning champion of the 2020 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon, Ababel Yeshaneh.
 
With a goal of beating her half marathon personal best time of 1:04:49, current Marathon World Record Holder, Brigid Kosgei, is an experienced and highly sought after runner and makes an excellent addition to the impressive elite line up confirmed so far. Kosgei’s achievements include second place in the XXXII Olympic Games Marathon, first place in both the 2020 and 2019 London Marathon and second place in the 2020 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon.
 
Joining Kosgei is male elite athlete, Abel Kipchumba, who famously secured the second fastest time in the 2021 Half Marathon distance category, with an incredible personal best of 58:07. Looking to beat his personal best time, Kipchumba is expected to deliver an exciting competition and add to a series of world-class records which includes first place at the 2021 Valencia Half Marathon and 2021 Adizero Road to Records, and second place in the 2020 Napoli City Half Marathon.
 
The show stopping race will once again return to the stunning Marjan Island, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Arabian Gulf, treating all athletes to pristine views of the nature-based Emirate’s white sandy beaches and shimmering coastline.
 
Notorious for a fast, flat course, the 2022 Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon’s refined route will kick off on Marjan Island Boulevard, right opposite the Double Tree by Hilton and the vibrant Race Village. The race will then take runners on a beautiful course through the island, passing all major hotel destinations as they head along Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem Road, circle through Al Amwaj Avenue, before heading back to the starting point to cross the finish line.
 
The breathtaking race route offers spectators plenty of opportunities to watch and cheer athletes throughout the highly anticipated race. Additionally, spectators and runners alike can take advantage of the vibrant Race Village which will offer over a plethora of exciting and interactive experiences, inclduing live music, food trucks and family activities. 
 
 
Leading Spanish sportswear equipment brand, JOMA, has also been announced as the technical sponsor for the world-class half marathon. For the third year the sport’s brand will support attendees with high quality sportswear using innovative cutting-edge technology. JOMA’s light-weight MESH fabric t-shirts offer superior levels of breathability, keeping runners fresh and dry throughout the race. Featuring jacquard fabric that provides lightness and maximum breathability, the expertly designed t-shirts ensure greater comfort and quality performance.
 
Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority commented: “The unveiling of the race routes, technical sponsor and elite athletes of the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon marks an important milestone for this 15th edition. The Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon has proven to be a huge success in previous years and with only a few weeks till the upcoming race, we are excited to welcome back an incredible line-up of athletes and sports enthusiasts to our wonderful Emirate”
 
The World Athletics Gold Label race returns to mark its 15th edition, welcoming back elite athletes, running enthusiasts and amateurs from across the globe, to participate in the record-breaking event. Organized by RCS Sports and Events, participants can register now and choose from four categories, with early bird prices starting at AED 330 for the Half Marathon, AED 550 for the two-person Half Marathon Relay, AED 100 for the 5KM and AED 60 for the 1MILE fun run.
 
As the half marathon nears, RAKTDA continues to prioritize the health and welfare of all participants and spectators in close coordination with the relevant government entities to ensure a successful event. The event will take place with robust safety precautions to safeguard the health and wellbeing of participants and spectators. Precautions include a requirement for participants to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination.

 

Share


Previous in Events and Entertainment

Next in Events and Entertainment


Home >> Events, Entertainment and Exhibitions Section

Latest Press Release

“Dubai Customs” celebrates the graduation of the first cohort of participants in the security refres ...

G-SHOCK's Summer Style Statement: Metal-Cased Watches That Define the Season

Hatta Hosts Summer Sports Festival to Attract Over 6,000 Participants as Part of 'Our Summer is Spor ...

flydubai breaks ground on new Aircraft Maintenance Centre at Dubai South

The most common mistakes in the care and use of your car's tyres

UAE Team Emirates-XRG and Tadej Pogačar aim for fourth Tour de France title

Dubai Airports hosts guided travel simulation experience for children with autism spectrum disorder ...

Vacheron constantin presents les cabinotiers Temporis duo grand complication openface

Emirates arrives in Shenzhen

Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Électricité de France Forge Sustainability-Focused Partnershi ...

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development's Abu Dhabi SME Champions Program facilitates 650+ deals wor ...

Gargash Group Accelerates Sustainability Agenda with New Sustainability Linked Facility from Mashreq

Hamdan Smart University Launches College of Sustainability and Green Economy

Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund Launches a New Chapter to Strengthen Government Innovation

RTA Completes Traffic Upgrades to Improve Connectivity Between Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road v ...

Dubai Municipality Announces Registration Opening for the Second Edition of the Food Systems Excelle ...

Emirates Aviation University marks 35 years of supporting the local and global aviation ecosystem

Emirates layers on retrofitted aircraft with latest product, including Premium Economy to more citie ...

Music, Maps, and Stories at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in July

New SHEGLAM Daydreamer Mini Palette Turns Pocket-Sized into Power Pigment