Al-Baha hosted the conclusion of the Al-Baha Summer Half-Marathon 2026, featuring 511 male and female runners from various regions of the Kingdom and 22 different nationalities.
According to SPA, the event was supervised by the regional branch of the Ministry of Sports. Participants competed across three distinct distances: 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km, catering to different fitness levels and age groups.
Bandar Al-Ghamdi, the director of the branch, stated that the event aimed to promote physical activity, spread sports culture, and encourage healthy lifestyles. He noted that the diversity of the participants reflected the growing attraction of the event.
The competitions ended with the awarding of prizes to the winners of the various races.
Who participated in the Al-Baha Summer Half-Marathon 2026? The event saw the participation of 511 runners and runners, including both men and women. These participants came from various regions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and represented 22 different nationalities.
What were the competition distances and the supervising body for the event? The competitions were organized into three distances of 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km to accommodate different age categories and fitness levels. The event was held under the supervision of the regional branch of the Ministry of Sports.
What were the goals of the Al-Baha Summer Half-Marathon according to officials? Bandar Al-Ghamdi, the director of the branch, explained that the event was designed to promote physical activity and spread sports culture. Additionally, it aimed to encourage the adoption of healthy lifestyles among participants.