IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon is coming to Salalah! Muriya, Oman’s largest and most diversified developer, signed a partnership with the local event organizer, TriMe Oman, to bring the world-famous event to Hawana Salalah. The flagship development will be transforming for an epic three-day event in September 2022 that will see athletes go against one another in a trio of long-distance races that includes swimming, cycling, and running. The competition is expected to attract athletes from far and wide for what is considered one of the world’s most exciting triathlons.
“We are thrilled to be hosting one of Oman’s largest sports events, attracting visitors and sports enthusiasts from all over the world. As well as promoting sports participation, it’s an important part of our efforts to collaborate with initiatives that further enhance Oman’s position as a leading tourism destination,” said Karim Boushra, Area Destinations Director of Muriya. “Hawana Salalah is an ideal hub for sports and leisure events and provides the perfect surroundings for visitors to take in the beauty of Oman’s sea and mountains amidst an array of five-star amenities.”
Mohamed Obaidani, Chief Executive Officer of TriMe, said, “We are honored and delighted to be able to partner with Muriya to bring this iconic race to Hawana Salalah. This is the ideal venue with so many world-class amenities near the racecourse to help the athletes prepare and relax, and their families and friends enjoy the incredible atmosphere and breath-taking scenery the destination offers. This event is many years in the making, and we are proud of what we accomplished to extend our hospitality to all athletes from around the world and add a new triathlon experience to Oman’s growing sports and adventure tourism sector.”
Muriya, the developer of Hawana Salalah, is a partnership between Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN) and Orascom Development Holding (ODH). Hawana Salalah provides the perfect setting for participants whilst offering plenty of world-class accommodation options, including the 577-room Fanar Hotel & Residences, and the luxurious 422-room Salalah Rotana Resort. The perfect place to explore all that Dhofar has to offer, Hawana Salalah sits proudly alongside majestic mountains, rolling desert, archaeological sites, and turquoise waters - an unmatched destination to be enjoyed for any occasion.
Created in 1978 in the US, the IRONMAN, and IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Series has become the world’s premier full-distance and half-distance triathlon series consisting of over 150 qualifying races in 50+ countries, regions, and territories across the world.
Registration is now open. Details can be found at https://www.ironman.com/im703-salalah-register. Participants and spectators can also book their room at Fanar Hotel & Residences at Hawana Salalah on: https://bit.ly/3LEjOFa.
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