SFA Reveals Riyadh Marathon Details

The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) has shared important information about the first-ever 2025 SFA International Sporting Events, which include the SFA Expo and Riyadh Marathon.

The SFA Expo is scheduled for February 5-7, 2025, at Riyadh’s JAX District, followed by the Riyadh Marathon on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

The SFA Expo will act as the main location for marathon participants to collect their bibs and will showcase interactive areas centered on sports, health, and fitness.

Attendees can explore advanced equipment, wellness activities, and cutting-edge technologies.

The event will also host a B2B lounge for industry networking and workshops focusing on mindfulness and nutrition.

A standout feature is the Primal Race, a functional fitness challenge taking place on February 7, which involves intense activities combined with 400m group runs.

The Riyadh Marathon will feature four running categories: the full marathon (42km), half marathon (21km), a 10km run, and a 4km family-friendly race.

The route will pass some of Riyadh’s iconic locations, such as Boulevard City and Wadi Hanifah, starting near Boulevard World and finishing close to Kingdom Arena.

Both the SFA Expo and Riyadh Marathon will be supported by an impressive list of sponsors and partners.

Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) is the presenting partner, with ASICS and Tawuniya as headline sponsors. Marathon hydration will be provided by Gatorade, Aquafina, and PepsiCo, while Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Services Group (HMG) will oversee medical support at the Expo.

Other contributors include Ford, supplying race vehicles, and KAFD, hosting activities leading up to the event. MDL will provide DJs to energize the event, and supporting partners such as Calo, JP Morgan, Centrum, and Kayanee are also involved.

Joe & The Juice has even created a special Riyadh Marathon drink. Additional partners include BAE Systems, Kudu, and Huawei, which will provide awards to participants.

JAX District is the venue partner for the Expo, and ASICS will supply official sports apparel for the race participants.

These events align with the broader objectives of Vision 2030, highlighting the SFA’s dedication to encouraging fitness and physical activity as integral elements of Saudi Arabia’s growing sports culture.

About the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA)

The Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) is devoted to fostering a healthy lifestyle throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The organization works to provide opportunities for all citizens and residents to engage in physical activity.

Collaborating with government bodies, sports federations, and both public and private sectors, the SFA aims to improve health and wellness across the nation.

The SFA focuses on four core priorities—education, community and volunteering, fitness and wellbeing, and campaigns and promotions.

By creating recreational sports programs tailored to various demographics such as women, men, youth, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities, the SFA aims to inspire and empower communities across Saudi Arabia to lead more active lives.

Source: businesswire

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