The debut event hosted by Arabian Warrior, a newly created OCR (obstacle course racing) brand, takes place in Dubai on October 26, 2024.
Arabian Warrior formally launched last week. Its aim is to establish an international OCR event portfolio centred in the Middle East. The 2024-25 season will be made up of eight events across the UAE, KSA and Qatar, starting with the Dubai event in October.
Arabian Warrior’s maiden event will be held at Dubai Island by Nakheel, where participants will be tasked with completing a challenge featuring multiple Arabic-themed obstacles.
Participants can select from 5km (age 13+), 10km (age 14+), 20km (age 16+), 50km (age 18+) as well as Junior Warrior (1.6km, aged 5-12) race options.
In the elite category, the top three finishers (per gender) will secure a spot on the podium and receive a cash prize. In the age group heats, a place in the top three will earn a medal. Runners competing in the open heats will be timed, although there will be no podium places for those races.
There will also be female-only heats for every race, while the final race of the day is a five-person team challenge with a focus on collective collaboration.
Sheikh Abdullah Bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, spokesperson of the Arabian Warrior brand, said “We are hugely excited to host the inaugural Arabian Warrior event in Dubai and strongly encourage participants to come along and play a part in history being made.
“Our maiden event is the culmination of extensive work behind the scenes from the whole Arabian Warrior team, and it’s undoubtedly going to be a very special occasion for everybody involved.
“The beauty of Arabian Warrior events is that there is something for all, regardless of age or ability, and we look forward to welcoming participants for the first part of what promises to be an extremely exciting journey.”
Prices start from AED 50 (US$14) for the Junior Warrior and AED 180 (US$49) for the 5km race. Those in attendance can experience a fan village featuring entertainment and a wide selection of food and beverage outlets.
Those who choose to become a member of the Arabian Warrior community can sign up for free at arabianwarrior.me and secure a 10 percent lifetime discount on event tickets, along with other member benefits.
