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Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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The Spartan World Championship – Abu Dhabi returns to the awe-inspiring Al Wathba Desert from November 20–23, 2025, bringing together the world’s top obstacle course racers and passionate amateurs for a multi-day celebration of endurance and grit. This prestigious event offers a variety of race formats, including the flagship 21 km Beast (30 obstacles), the 10 km Super (25 obstacles), the fast-paced 5 km Sprint (20 obstacles), the high-intensity 3 km Elite Team Relay, and Kids’ Races ranging from 1 to 3 km. Athletes from across the globe compete in both Open and Championship heats, with qualification required for elite divisions. The desert course delivers a dramatic blend of dunes, heat, and rugged terrain, testing every level of skill and stamina.
Races
21 km
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
22 November, 2025
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K is a formidable 21-kilometer race featuring over 30 signature Spartan obstacles across the challenging desert terrain of Al Wathba. Serving as the World Championship event, this distance tests the endurance and grit of elite and competitive athletes from around the globe.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
How long is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
Where does the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
How can I prepare for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K is a formidable 21-kilometer race featuring over 30 signature Spartan obstacles across the challenging desert terrain of Al Wathba. Serving as the World Championship event, this distance tests the endurance and grit of elite and competitive athletes from around the globe.
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K is 21km long.
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K takes place in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Runna classifies the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K is a formidable 21-kilometer race featuring over 30 signature Spartan obstacles across the challenging desert terrain of Al Wathba. Serving as the World Championship event, this distance tests the endurance and grit of elite and competitive athletes from around the globe.
How long is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K is 21km long.
Where does the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K take place?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K takes place in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
What is the elevation gain of the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
Runna classifies the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Beast 21K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Nature
Major City
Women Only
Night Run
Relay
Kid friendly
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