2019 Triathlon Series, Race 1
The Abu Dhabi Sports Council presents the First Triathlon Festival for 2019 at Al Hudayriat Island on Friday October 4 and 5. Protected swim course, open and spacious transition, a looped bike course with NO TRAFFIC and a run course with a twist. Friday Distances: Olympic Individual and Relay (1500 m swim | 41 km bike | 10 km run) Sprint Individual and Relay (750 m swim | 21 km bike | 5 km run) Super Sprint Individual and Relay (375 m swim | 11 km bike | 2.5 km run) Timings: 6:00 am: Registration opens 6:45 am: Start Olympic Individual & Relay (1500 m swim | 41 km bike | 10 km run) 7:15 am: Start Sprint Individual & Relay (750 m swim | 21 km bike | 5 km run) 7:30 am: Start Super Sprint Individual & Relay (375 m swim | 11 km bike | 2.5 km run) Friday afternoon will feature a Individual Time Trial Cycle Race. More information in a separate event listing. A Junior Triathlon along with an Open | Junior Aquathlon will be held on Saturday morning 5th October. More information in a separate event listing.
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2019 Duathlon: Race 1 | Al Hudayriat Island The Abu Dhabi Sports Council presents duathlon race 1 on Al Hudayriat Island on the morning of 5th October 2019. Race Distances offered are: Long: 10Km run, 31Km ride, 5Km run Short 5Km run, 21Km ride, 2.5Km run – perfect for both first timers and experienced competitors (Juniors 14+ & Adults) Juniors U14: 750m run, 11Km ride, 750m run The long course will start at 6:45 am followed by the Short Course and Juniors (older than 14) at 7:30am Juniors U14 race at 8:15 am.
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Junior Triathlon and Open Aquathlon | Al Hudayriat Island The Abu Dhabi Sports Council Junior Aquathlon presents the 1st Junior Triathlon and Open Aquathlon of the season at Al Hudayriat Island on 5 October 2019. Races on offer are as follows: 7:00 am: Sprint Aquathlon - Juniors & Adults (750 m swim, 5 km run) 7:15 am: Junior Super Sprint Triathlon (375 m swim, 11 km ride, 2.5 km run) 7:15 am: Relay Junior Super Sprint (375 m swim, 11 km ride, 2.5 km run) 7:15 am: Super Sprint Aquathlon - Juniors & Adults (375 m swim, 2.5 km run) 7:30 am: Junior Triathlon (200 m swim, 6 km ride, 1.5 km run) 7:30 am: Junior Aquathlon (200 m swim, 1.5 km run) 8:00 am: Beach Swim & Run (100 m swim, 500 m run) 8:15 am: Tiny Splash & Dash (100 m wade/swim, 200 m beach run / not timed)
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5 & 10 km Pink Run | Zayed Sports City The 9th Annual Pink Run is a 5km or 10km run held within the grounds of Zayed Sports City on Friday 11 October 2019, starting and finishing outside the Abu Dhabi International Tennis Complex, with views of the iconic Zayed Football Stadium and overlooking world class rugby pitches. Supporting the annual 5km and 10km run we will also host a kids special 1 Mile run. Proceeds from the run are donated to the Al Jalila Foundation for Breast Cancer Initatives and over the past 7 years we have donated in excess of 300,000 to this worthy cause. Participants receive, as part of entry, a bespoke PINK Breast Cancer Awareness Shirt, a very special finishers' medal, post run/walk refreshments and a special commemorative gift. This is an immensely popular event so registrations will close once sold out. We recommend registering as soon as possible and well before the 4th October deadline to ensure you make it to the start line. After October 4th, any remaining registration slots will be sold at a late registration price of AED200 per person. The Pink Run supports Breast Cancer Awareness and attracts over 1,500 runners and walkers. 5:30 am: Registration opens 7:00 am: Start 10km run 7:05 am: Start 5km run 7:10 am: Start Mile for a Smile
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Open Water Swimming Competition | Abu Dhabi Corniche Beach Abu Dhabi Sports Council represents Open Water Swim to be held on Saturday morning 12 October 2019 on Corniche Beach Abu Dhabi. To be held on the beach that once hosted the Abu Dhabi International Triathlon on the East Plaza, we offer a 3000m (3Km), 2 lap swim as the feature race. Join us at this wonderful beach with your family and friends where you can participate by swimming in a range of swim distances. Competition distances are 3Km (3000 m), 1.5Km (1500m), 750m and especially for the little ones we are offering the 200m dash. CUT OFF TIME for the 3000m (3Km) swim. Any swimmer failing to complete the first lap of the course inside 40 minutes will be stopped from starting lap 2. This timing is in place for the safety of all participants.
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Al Ain Cycle Race The Al Ain Cycle Race returns on 18 October 2019. The ride commences at Wadi Adventure with the finish at the top of Jebel Hafeet with a new course for the ride on the flat before the climb to the top of Jebel Hafeet. The event offers two race distances starting at Wadi Adventure with a relatively flat looped course before the climb to the top which is 12 km long. Distances: Short Course: 47 km, 2 x 12 km laps then riding to the top of Jebel Hafeet. Long Course: 71 km, 4 x 12 km laps then riding to the top of Jebel Hafeet. Race categories are: Juniors (14-17 Short Course Only), Youth (18-23) Open (24-39), Masters (40-49) and Veterans (50+) Timings: 5:30 am: Registration opens 6:30 am: Start Long Course 6:35 am: Start Short Course
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The Abu Dhabi Sports Council in collaboration with Al Ain Zoo presents the 19 October 2019 run. Starting at the main entrance, runners will enter the park and loop around to the Safari area. Continuing past the flamingo pond, through the lovely winding paths of the world desert area and on to the African habitat. After passing zebras, camels and giraffes the route zigzags past lions and chimps (who may be cheering you on) and around the big cat oasis before heading back to the main entrance. How many animals can you spot? Did you out sprint the cheetah? Join us and the Al Ain Zoo residents for a 2.5 km short lap, 5 km long lap or two long laps for the 10 km option. A unique run in one of the most beautiful areas of the UAE.
Read moreLiwa Urban Cycling Sportive
The Liwa Urban Cycle Sportive returns on Friday 1st November 2019. The race will start and finish outside the Liwa Hotel. Riders have two distance choices - The Challenging 70Km ride through the dunes and farmlands and the intermediate 25Km ride through a looped course around the Liwa Dunes. Categories: Juniors (15-17 ), Open (18-39), Masters (40-49), Veterans (50+) Registration from 6:00am with the race starting at 7:00am. A post ride breakfast and refreshments are available at Liwa Hotel (chargeable).
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City Run: Race 1 - Abu Dhabi The City Run series returns to Abu Dhabi on Friday 8th November 2019 for a run near Marina Mall starting and finishing outside the Abu Dhabi International Marine Sports Club. Participants can choose to run 2.5km (single lap), 5km (2 laps) or 10km (4 laps). Timings: 5:45 am: Registration opens 6:45 am: Registration closes 7:00 am: Start 10 km run 7:05 am: Start 2.5 km and 5 km run
Read moreADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon
Be part of the largest community sports event in Abu Dhabi and enjoy this fast course, in ideal racing conditions on the shores of the Arabian Gulf. Whether you are a seasoned marathon runner or looking to start your fitness journey, the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon has a distance for you. Race in the heart of this iconic city, cheered on by crowds from around the world and experience Abu Dhabi’s beauty, culture and heritage.
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