Record participation expected at sixth NBF Fujairah Run

FUJAIRAH, 11th October, 2022 (WAM) — National Bank of Fujairah (NBF) has opened registration for the 2022 edition of its popular NBF Fujairah Run, returning for its sixth edition on Saturday, 19th November.

NBF is committed to supporting events and facilities that facilitate active participation in sports and raising awareness of the subsequent health benefits, both in Fujairah and across the UAE. The Fujairah run is specially designed to attract all community members, whether established runners, first-timers or casual participants.

This year’s event will feature six categories: 3km, 5km, 10km, 11km trail run, team run, and determined ones run. Starting and finishing at Fujairah Festival Square, opposite Fujairah Hospital near Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, interested runners are invited to participate in the category that best suits them among the numerous categories. All categories of the run will follow scenic routes, winding through the historic town of Fujairah and its picturesque surroundings.

“We have witnessed the NBF Fujairah Run grow in popularity year-on-year, becoming an increasingly important fixture in the UAE sports calendar” said Vince Cook, CEO of NBF. “We are very excited to open registration for this November’s NBF’s Fujairah Run and look forward to welcoming runners of all ages and abilities, to enjoy Fujairah and help build a more active, healthier community,” he added.

All participants will receive t-shirts, with medals and cash prizes awarded to the top UAE Nationals and expats in each run category. Registration for the event is open for individuals and will close on 17th November or whenever capacity is full.