Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon scheduled for November 26

Event to concide with UAE National Day golden jubillee celebrations

The male and female marathon winners Reuben Kipyego and Vivian Kiplagat at the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon in December 2019. Chris Whiteoak / The National

The male and female marathon winners Reuben Kipyego and Vivian Kiplagat at the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes prepare for the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

An athlete competes in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Runners begin the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dr Sultan Al Jaber before the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Reuban Kipyego from Kenya wins the men's Adnoc Abu Dhabi marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Reuban Kipyego from Kenya wins the men's Adnoc Abu Dhabi marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Vivian Kiplagat celebrates her win in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Winner of the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon 10K Teresa Nyakola Gela. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

An athlete competes in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Winner of the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon 10K Teresa Nyakola Gela. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Volunteers hand out water to runners during the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Runners during the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Runners begin the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

An athlete pours water on herself during the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes with their participation medals after completing the 10K at the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

The National's Ashleigh Stewart takes part in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Andrew Kwemoi (L, 2nd), Teresa Gela (C, winner) and Noaman Elassaoui (L, 3rd) for the men's 10k at the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Wude Yimer Ayalew (L, 2nd), Vivian Kiplagat (m, winner) and Yeshi Chekole Kalayu (L, 3rd) of the women's 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dr Sultan Al Jaber presents the medals to Joel Kemboi Kimurer (L, 2nd), Reuben Kipyego (m, winner) and Fikadu Teferi Girma (L, 3rd) for the men's 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Joel Kemboi Kimurer (L, 2nd), Reuben Kipyego (m, winner) and Fikadu Teferi Girma (L, 3rd) after the men's 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes pose with their participation medals after completing the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes compete in the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Athletes cross the finish line at the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Women's champion Vivian Kiplagat celebrates her win at the 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

An athlete is stretchered off after finishing the men's 2019 Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Winner of the wheelchair marathon Ayed Alahbabi at the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon. Chris Whiteoak / The National

The new date for the third Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon has been set for November 26, organisers have announced on Wednesday.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council and sponsors Abu Dhabi National Oil Company revealed the marathon will take place with robust safety precautions to safeguard the health of participants and spectators.

This year's race will coincide with the UAE's golden jubilee National Day and Aref Al Awani, the ADSC general secretary, said they are looking forward to welcoming runners after last year's event was postponed due to the pandemic.

“The public’s health and safety remains our No 1 priority, and we are confident that the third edition will be another great day out,” he said.

“After the success of the second edition of the Adnoc Abu Dhabi Marathon in 2019, which attracted over 16,500 runners from the UAE and overseas, we look forward to welcoming back all runners for this year’s race.

“Abu Dhabi is in the process of improving the recovery phase of Covid-19 to become one of the safest destinations in the world, in terms of precautionary measures in dealing with the prevailing pandemic situation, which has largely contributed for the UAE to host a number of world sporting events in recent times.”

“Our title sponsorship of the Abu Dhabi Marathon, alongside other sporting initiatives such as our partnership with TrainYAS and the Daily Mile, embodies this commitment and our role at the centre of our community’s social fabric," said Yaser Saeed Al Mazrouei, Adnoc’s executive director.

“This year’s event will be extra special as it will provide a unique opportunity for the entire community to safely come together in celebration as we mark the UAE’s golden jubilee year.

"Race distances ranging from 2.5km, 5km, 10km, marathon relay and the full marathon are available, alongside a training and support programme to encourage everyone to participate in what promises to be an exciting marathon and unforgettable multicultural experience."

Those who want to participate in the training can sign-up and start their marathon journey with free weekly events at TrainYAS.

The places for the 2021 Abu Dhabi Marathon are strictly limited, due to Covid-19 restrictions, and individuals interested are urged to sign up at: https://www.adnocabudhabimarathon.com/register-now/

Runners who registered to take part in the 2020 Abu Dhabi Marathon will be automatically registered for the 2021 event. No further action is required and runners will be contacted to confirm their participation.