DOHA: The Qatar Sports for All Federation (QSFA) has announced that the ninth edition of the Qatar East-to-West Ultramarathon will be held on Nov. 27, with runners set to cover a 90-kilometre course stretching from Doha to Dukhan.
The race will begin on the Doha Corniche near the Sheraton Hotel and finish at Dukhan Beach. It is being organised by the QSFA in collaboration with the Qatar Runners Team.
QSFA Executive Director and organising committee chairman Abdullah Al Dosari said the event has grown into one of the region’s leading endurance races while supporting the federation’s goal of promoting physical activity as a way of life.
Organisers have expanded this year’s event to 12 competition categories, including individual and team races for both men and women, in an effort to attract broader participation.
Al Dosari said the previous edition drew competitors representing 86 nationalities, highlighting the race’s growing international appeal.
The ultramarathon will be contested in six stages, with water stations, medical support and other services available along the route to assist participants.
Organisers expect between 2,000 and 2,500 runners to take part in this year’s event, making it one of the largest editions of the race since its inception.
