Sheikh Hamdan said: “The United Arab Emirates welcomes the runners from all over the world to this annual event that became a landmark in Dubai’s sport agenda. The marathon contribute in materializing the leadership’s vision to make sport a lifestyle. The marathon also boosts the UAE’s position as a successful host for international sport events.”

Chairman of Dubai Sport Council expressed his happiness for the tangible increase in participants year after year, wishing everyone a good luck. Sheikh Hamdan also expressed his confidence in the organizing committee and its ability to manage the race safely and successfully.