Media One Doha Run 2025: A Celebration Of Fitness And Community

TDT | Manama
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The second edition of the "MEDIA ONE DOHA RUN 2025" brought Al Bidda Park to life as 500 participants of all ages and nationalities took on the challenge. Organized by the Qatar Sports for All Federation, the event saw fierce competition across multiple race categories, fostering a spirit of fitness and community engagement.

Intense Competition Across Categories

Runners tested their endurance across four distances: 2.5 km, 5 km, 10 km, and an 800-meter children’s race. The competition was particularly strong among youth and female participants, with several standout performances.

In the 2.5 km race, Lur Amar dominated the 13-16 girls' category, while Serine Abu Zaki triumphed in the 11-12 age group. Afra Zafreen took first place among the 9-10-year-olds, and Ann Firth topped the 40+ Masters division. The open category was led by Erika M, while Caitlin McNamara won in the 7-8 years beginner’s race.

Natalie Van Blerk secured the Masters title in the 5 km challenge, while Sandra Halouz led the Masters category in the 10 km race. Kelsey Siss claimed victory in the open 10 km division.

The men's races featured equally impressive performances. Guillaume Alinier secured the Masters title, with Ryo Okuchi excelling in the beginner’s category. John Isaac dominated the 13-16 years youth race, while Brelenam Alinier took first in the open category. Adel Reddaj led the 11-12 boys’ race, with Shadi Abu Zaki winning the 9-10 years category.

The 5 km men’s race saw Andy Hardy take the Masters crown, while Nawaf Khalil won the open category. In the 10 km challenge, Abd Al Nassar emerged as the Masters champion, while Ben Morgan clinched first in the open category.

The youngest participants in the 800-meter race displayed incredible enthusiasm. Edison Leon won the girls' 3-6 years category, followed by Maya Elias and Sheikha Al Abdullah. In the boys’ division, Sayar Al Tamimi secured first place, with Abdulaziz Al Mahmoud and Zain Salem finishing second and third, respectively.

A Community-Driven Initiative

Abdullah Al Dosari, Executive Director of the Qatar Sports for All Federation, hailed the event’s success, emphasizing its role in encouraging active lifestyles. He highlighted the Federation’s commitment to promoting fitness across all age groups, aligning with the Ministry of Sports and Youth’s vision for community sports development.