‘Extreme’ mud obstacle course coming to Dubai

The Tough Mudder and du Mini Mudder obstacle course competitions will take place at Hamdan Sports Complex in Dubai in December.

The Tough Mudder and du Mini Mudder events will take place in Dubai’s Hamdan Sports Complex on December 9 and 10 this year. Courtesy IMG Middle East

DUBAI // A world-renowned obstacle course is expected to make its debut in the Middle East on December 9 and 10 this year.

Organised by IMG in partnership with du telecoms company, the Tough Mudder and du Mini Mudder events will take place in Dubai’s Hamdan Sports Complex. It will include eight-kilometre and 9km courses.

Thousands can take part in obstacles including the Arctic Enema 2.0, which is an icy water plunge, and the Electroshock Therapy, a muddy sprint through dangling electric wires.

The Block-Ness Monster will also see participants push, pull and roll their way through 60 feet of slick, rotating barriers in a water pit while children aged seven to 13 can take part in a 1.5km-obstacle course mud run.

“We are always looking for new opportunities to add life to life in the UAE,” said Hala Badri, du’s executive vice president of brand and communications.

“By bringing this globally acclaimed challenge to our customers’ front door, we continue to focus our efforts on bringing the best events to the region to help our customers get the best out of our great nation in surprising and delighting ways.”

Greg Sproule, IMG Middle East’s managing director, said Tough Mudder events had united millions of active people.

“With its challenging obstacles and unique team-focused ethos, camaraderie and thrills, we have no doubt that the du Tough Mudder will provide a memorable experience for participants,” he said.

Early bird registration opens today for du customers on www.toughmudder.ae and registration will open for all participants on Wednesday.