Al Mouj Muscat Marathon returns to challenge athletes
Published: 04:08 PM,Aug 29,2023 | EDITED : 08:08 PM,Aug 29,2023
Al Mouj marathon
MUSCAT: The Al Mouj Muscat Marathon 2024 returns over the weekend of January 26-27, 2024 where a field of over 12,000 runners of all ages and experience levels will #RunInspired and take the first step towards achieving their own personal goals.
Registration is now open in all five race categories with Early Bird rates available through the official website, www.muscatmarathon.om, until October.
Hosted by Al Mouj Muscat, Oman’s premier destination and title sponsor of the event, runners will have the opportunity to enjoy a healthy lifestyle surrounded by nature across each of the five race distances.
Nasser al Shaibani, CEO of Al Mouj Muscat, said, “Al Mouj Muscat is incredibly proud to once again host the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon. As Oman’s premier lifestyle destination, Al Mouj Muscat offers the opportunity for residents and visitors to discover the endless possibilities to
take the first steps towards a more active lifestyle and enjoy the areas we have created to support this journey. Al Mouj Muscat is committed to helping the community adopt a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the incredible nature on offer, and our support for the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon is a prime example of this mission. We look forward to welcoming local, and international visitors, to Al Mouj Muscat for a celebration and to having a positive impact on the health and prosperity of our nation.”
Al Mouj Muscat has been meticulously crafted to balance refined urban living with opportunities to enjoy a healthy lifestyle surrounded by nature, and each course showcases the exceptional outdoor environment of the destination. Al Mouj Muscat is committed to supporting a healthy and active lifestyle and along with the ocean and 6km of pristine beach, the destination offers tree lined walkways, beautifully landscaped parks and 1.5km of cycle trails where residents and visitors can embrace the great outdoors.
Choose from the full 42.2km marathon, 21.1km half marathon, 10km, and 5km runs, as well as three Kids’ Runs of 1km, 2km and 3km. To mark the occasion, everyone finishing a race will receive a tech t-shirt and a medal to celebrate their achievement.
“We are very excited to bring this event back to Muscat in January 2024 with races for everyone, regardless of age, fitness and experience level. The Al Mouj Muscat Marathon has grown to become an important fixture in the running world and has driven the sports and adventure tourism sector in Oman by helping to establish Muscat as an exceptional venue for all manner of sporting activities. From families, children and fun runners to elite athletes, the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon is a weekend festival of running with fun for the entire family. Whether taking part in the races or experiencing the atmosphere, it will be a spectacle not to be missed,” says Sayyid Aymen bin Hamed al Busaidy, Sabco Sports Vice-Chairman, organisers of the event.
The event has grown in popularity every year since it was first held in 2012 with 135 competitors and continues to grow into one of the most exciting races in the global marathon calendar. The last event set a new record when it attracted 12,290 registered athletes from 99 nations for the two-day festival of running.
Ahmed al Malki, Chairman of Muscat Road Runners, said, “The Muscat Road Runners have been strong supporters of the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon since its inception, and we are delighted to see the event return. For forty years we have inspired people through running and the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon has been able to reach thousands of runners over the past decade, from beginners to elite athletes. Running has a positive impact on your body, mind, and spirit and the simple act of moving forward can make you healthier, happier, and more confident. This is why we are proud to once again support the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon and encourage runners of all ages to sign up for a truly amazing event.”
Shaikh Salim bin Said al Amri, Chairman of the Oman Athletics Association, added, “Oman has been gaining an excellent reputation as the host of high profile athletics events, and the growth of the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon into a truly international event shows the potential to go even further. We are excited by the prospect of another edition of the event and look forward to welcoming runners of all ages, as well as those taking on their first marathon in such an inspiring setting.”
The Al Mouj Muscat Marathon is certified by AIMS, the home of world running, and is aligned with World Athletics’ standards. This allows competitors to use the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon course to qualify for international marathons, including the World Marathon Majors in Boston, London, New York, Berlin, Chicago and Tokyo.
Registration is now open in all five race categories with Early Bird rates available through the official website, www.muscatmarathon.om, until October.
Hosted by Al Mouj Muscat, Oman’s premier destination and title sponsor of the event, runners will have the opportunity to enjoy a healthy lifestyle surrounded by nature across each of the five race distances.
Nasser al Shaibani, CEO of Al Mouj Muscat, said, “Al Mouj Muscat is incredibly proud to once again host the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon. As Oman’s premier lifestyle destination, Al Mouj Muscat offers the opportunity for residents and visitors to discover the endless possibilities to
take the first steps towards a more active lifestyle and enjoy the areas we have created to support this journey. Al Mouj Muscat is committed to helping the community adopt a healthy lifestyle and enjoy the incredible nature on offer, and our support for the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon is a prime example of this mission. We look forward to welcoming local, and international visitors, to Al Mouj Muscat for a celebration and to having a positive impact on the health and prosperity of our nation.”
Al Mouj Muscat has been meticulously crafted to balance refined urban living with opportunities to enjoy a healthy lifestyle surrounded by nature, and each course showcases the exceptional outdoor environment of the destination. Al Mouj Muscat is committed to supporting a healthy and active lifestyle and along with the ocean and 6km of pristine beach, the destination offers tree lined walkways, beautifully landscaped parks and 1.5km of cycle trails where residents and visitors can embrace the great outdoors.
Choose from the full 42.2km marathon, 21.1km half marathon, 10km, and 5km runs, as well as three Kids’ Runs of 1km, 2km and 3km. To mark the occasion, everyone finishing a race will receive a tech t-shirt and a medal to celebrate their achievement.
“We are very excited to bring this event back to Muscat in January 2024 with races for everyone, regardless of age, fitness and experience level. The Al Mouj Muscat Marathon has grown to become an important fixture in the running world and has driven the sports and adventure tourism sector in Oman by helping to establish Muscat as an exceptional venue for all manner of sporting activities. From families, children and fun runners to elite athletes, the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon is a weekend festival of running with fun for the entire family. Whether taking part in the races or experiencing the atmosphere, it will be a spectacle not to be missed,” says Sayyid Aymen bin Hamed al Busaidy, Sabco Sports Vice-Chairman, organisers of the event.
The event has grown in popularity every year since it was first held in 2012 with 135 competitors and continues to grow into one of the most exciting races in the global marathon calendar. The last event set a new record when it attracted 12,290 registered athletes from 99 nations for the two-day festival of running.
Ahmed al Malki, Chairman of Muscat Road Runners, said, “The Muscat Road Runners have been strong supporters of the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon since its inception, and we are delighted to see the event return. For forty years we have inspired people through running and the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon has been able to reach thousands of runners over the past decade, from beginners to elite athletes. Running has a positive impact on your body, mind, and spirit and the simple act of moving forward can make you healthier, happier, and more confident. This is why we are proud to once again support the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon and encourage runners of all ages to sign up for a truly amazing event.”
Shaikh Salim bin Said al Amri, Chairman of the Oman Athletics Association, added, “Oman has been gaining an excellent reputation as the host of high profile athletics events, and the growth of the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon into a truly international event shows the potential to go even further. We are excited by the prospect of another edition of the event and look forward to welcoming runners of all ages, as well as those taking on their first marathon in such an inspiring setting.”
The Al Mouj Muscat Marathon is certified by AIMS, the home of world running, and is aligned with World Athletics’ standards. This allows competitors to use the Al Mouj Muscat Marathon course to qualify for international marathons, including the World Marathon Majors in Boston, London, New York, Berlin, Chicago and Tokyo.