A record number of participants will take part in this year's Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon.
Around 5,100 runners will compete across a variety of categories, including full half-marathon, relay, 5 km and a 1 km fun run, on Friday.
They will be lining up alongside some of the best long-distance athletes in the world, including Brigid Kosgei, Peres Jepchirchir and Julien Wanders.
The 14th edition of the event will be held on Al Marjan Island, which will have a special race village, featuring a wide range of entertainment and dining options.



Dalic named UAE coach after leaving Croatia
Messi doubts playing 'for much longer' after father's death
Italy's Curtis takes 50m backstroke world record
Rybakina fights back to beat Osaka at Canadian Open
Egypt's Trezeguet joins Saudi side Al-Riyadh on free transfer
