The Clock is Ticking Down to the 24th Dubai Marathon 2025
The Dubai Marathon attracts top athletes from around the world, the 24th Dubai Marathon is scheduled to take place on January 12, 2025.
Registration for the 2025 Dubai Marathon is now open to runners looking to take part in the 42.195km race and its associated 10km and 4km runs, who can sign up through the official website.
How to Register | Dubai Marathon – Official Site
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A Record-Breaking Race in Prospect?
In the 2024 Dubai Marathon, Ethiopian runner Tigist Ketema produced an unofficial women’s world record as a debutante, finishing in a time of 2:16:071, making her the 8th fastest woman in marathon history. Ketema smashed the course record set in 2019 by Kenyan speedster Ruth Chepngetich at 02:17:08. Can anyone undercut that time in 2025? There will be plenty of competing runners ready to take on the challenge.
Another burning question on race day: Will the Men’s Elite course record of 02:03:34 set in 2019 by Getaneh Molla of Ethiopia be shattered next time out?
The 2025 edition promises to deliver even more exciting performances from elite athletes.
A Quality Field of Elite Athletes Emerging
Here are some notable participants expected to run in the Dubai Marathon 2025 edition:
- Haven Hailu Desse: Another emerging distance talent from Ethiopia, Desse achieved a memorable win in his first marathon.
- Betty Chepkwony: A strong Kenyan contender in the women’s field.
- Workineh Tadese Mandefro: Adding to a quality Ethiopian contingent, top runner Mandefro will be competing in the men’s race.
- Kebede Tulu Wami: Another elite Ethiopian athlete who has been steadily improving his marathon times is also aiming for victory this time round.
These elite athletes and more, promise an exciting and competitive race in Dubai.
New Routes
The 2025 marathon, along with the 10km Road Race and the 4km Fun Run, will take place at Dubai Expo City. This new setting provides impressive areas for running and spacious parking for visitors and spectators.
Start and Finish: The marathon and 10km races will start and finish on Umm Suqeim Road, opposite the Madinat Jumeirah, with the iconic Burj Al Arab in the backdrop. It’s a flat, fast course that attracts both elite and recreational runners.
Dubai Expo City
Expo City Dubai continues the legacy of Expo 2020, which welcomed 192 nations and captivated crowds during the Gulf region’s first-ever World Expo. Expo 2020, ran from October 1st, 2021, to March 31st, 2022, attracting more than 24 million visitors who explored innovations in technology, design, and sustainability.
Strategically situated midway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Expo City Dubai is one of the five urban centres identified in Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan which has evolved into a vibrant working hub for creativity, collaboration, and community. Where all essential services and amenities are within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from any point within the city and residents can live, work, and play in an innovative environment.
A future-centric mini-city with a major emphasis on sustainable design. Expo City features the Dubai Exhibition Centre, a vast and truly remarkable complex which hosts events, exhibitions, and conferences; a focal point for business and knowledge. Along with an entertaining collection of open-around-the-clock attractions, including Al Wasl Plaza, Jubilee Park, Al Forsan Park, and Surreal Waterfalls. All of which has helped create an outstanding new location for Dubai Marathon 2025.
Global Television Audience
Millions of viewers worldwide are able to watch the event live, thanks to Dubai Sports Channel being the host broadcaster.
Mark your calendar for the 12th of January 2025, and get ready for an exhilarating race in Dubai, one of the world’s most energetic cities.
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