ABU DHABI: This year’s fastest marathon runner, Kenya’s Titus Ekiru, has been added to a strong field for the third ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon, race organisers Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) have announced.
With a personal best time of 2.02.57, Ekiru is currently ranked as the world’s fifth best in the men’s marathon history. His career highlights include first place in the 2021 Milano Marathon, 2019 Honolulu Marathon, 2018 Mexico City Marathon, and 2017 Seville Marathon.
In the upcoming Bronze Label race he will up against eight top athletes: Reuben Kiprop Kipyego, Abel Kirui, Barnabas Kiptum, Philemon Rono, Eunice Chumba, Betelhem Moges, Vivian Kiplagat and Alemu Megertu.
Leading up to the race, on Nov. 22-25, a race village will be hosted at the ADNOC HQ Campus, welcoming participants and supporters with photo opportunities, family entertainment and a dedicated race pack collection area.
Open to 6- to 70-year-olds and runners of all fitness levels, the family-friendly event aims to promote healthy lifestyles and elevate the physical wellbeing of the Abu Dhabi community.