ATHLETE ZONE

WELCOME ATHLETES!

Welcome to the Athlete Zone, where you can find the info and guidance you need for the type of runner you are, where you’re coming from and how to prepare for the Burj2Burj Half Marathon.

RUNNER PROFILES

ELITE RUNNERS
Know everything about our run, prize-money, rules, and how to register. Get ready to break a record!
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INTERNATIONAL RUNNERS
Find out about the UAE, how to get here, some customs and tips to plan your travel.
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LOCAL RUNNERS
If you’re here and on-shore we are building all the info and advice you need in the build up for and on the day
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RUNNING CHALLENGES

CALLING ALL RUNNING CLUBS

Lace up, unite, and run with us!
Calling all run clubs! Conquer the heights at Burj2Burj half marathon. Lace up, unite, and tun with us!
How it works?
Send 5 male and 5 female names to team@worldsiconic.com. The fastest average time between all 10 members will win.
Prize
The anual Burj2Burj Run Club championship trophy to be kept by the run club for the year before being up for grabs again in 2025 editon of the Burj2Burj half marathon. Ultimate bragging rights!

BURJ2BURJ RELAY RACE

Team relay race
We are excited to launch a new race over the event weekend, the Team Relay Race. A great way to share the fun with a running partner and still enjoy the iconic event.
How it works?
Each team will consist of 2 runners, each running an equal distance (approx 10.5km) of 21.1km. The “First” runner will start the mass race at 6am. The “Second runner will be at the changeover zone on the route. They can get to this point via our shuttle bus from the finish area (Burj park/Dubai mall). These buses will then transport “First” runners back to the finish zone as “Second” runners finish the race.
We have a limit of 500 teams (1000 runners).
Prize
Both runners get a medal to celebrate the amazing achievement.

MINI MARATHON

Iconic kids race
Come experience the most ICONIC kids race to hit Dubai, as kids run around the Dubai Fountains on the 20 January 202
How it works?
  • Under 12
  • Kinds Under 6 must be supported by an adult
  • Represent your school and come in your PE kit
  • 1.2KM
  • Loads of fun for all
  • Medals for all finishers!!!
Prize
Both runners get a medal to celebrate the amazing achievement.

TRAINING & PREPARATION

Get ready to elevate your game for Burj2Burj! No matter if you're aiming to smash a record time, achieve a personal best, or transform from couch to 5k, we’ve got all the tips and motivation you need to crush it on race day.

Join our inspiring Race Director, Ivana, and our dedicated race Ambassadors as we embark on this journey toward peak performance together. Your best self is waiting — let’s chase it down!
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