World’s richest marathon to take place in Dubai

by Grace on January 6, 2008

The 2008 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon will be the richest long distance running ever in history with prize money of US$1,000,000. Breakdown of the first three, for both men and women category, are:

  • 1st place – US$250,000
  • 2nd place – US$100,000
  • 3rd place – US$50,000

The marathon along with 10km road race and a 4km charity run will be held on January 18, 2007. It will start and finish in Za’abeel Park near the Dubai World Trade Center. 

A whooping US$1 million bonus for new record will also be given away. Registration is available online until midnight of January 10, 2008. Running shoes ready?

*My husband will be participating in the 4km charity run. *

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