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Abu Dhabi Marathon trophy and medals unveiled

David Cooper

14:09 16/10/2018

The trophy and medal designs for the inaugural ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon have been revealed.

Taking place on December 7, the race will feature 42k, 10k, 5k, and 2.5k distances.

Trophy designs took inspiration from the silhouette of a runner and is in the race’s official colours; blue and yellow.

Winners and runners up of the elite and wheelchair races will receive a trophy, while all runners who complete one of the four races will be awarded a bespoke medal.

Medals will be inscribed with ‘Year of Zayed’, to mark the 100th anniversary of Sheikh Zayed Al Nayan’s birth.

Speaking on the occasion, H.E. Aref Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, said: “This inaugural event presents a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to get together and enjoy a day out with family and friends. It is also a chance for fitness enthusiasts to test themselves in an elite environment and inspire the wider community with their determination and drive.”

Cash prizes are also on offer for the male and female victors in the full-length race and will each receive a staggering $100,000, whilst second and third place finishers will receive cash prizes of $25,000 and $15,000, respectively.

There is still time to register for the race. For more information visit: www.adnocabudhabimarathon.com

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