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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.
Race Date:
23 November, 2025
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K is a challenging 10-kilometer race featuring over 25 signature obstacles set against the unique desert backdrop of Al Wathba. This race distance is a key part of the World Championship weekend, testing athletes' speed and endurance on a course designed to push them to their limits.
Race Date:
20 November, 2025
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K is a fast-paced 5-kilometer race featuring over 20 signature obstacles designed to test speed and agility. Held in the unique desert environment of Al Wathba, this distance is a key event during the World Championship weekend for both competitive and casual racers.
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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 personalized 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 personalized 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 personalized 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 personalized 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 Super 10K?
How long is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
Where does the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
How can I prepare for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K is a challenging 10-kilometer race featuring over 25 signature obstacles set against the unique desert backdrop of Al Wathba. This race distance is a key part of the World Championship weekend, testing athletes' speed and endurance on a course designed to push them to their limits.
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K is 10km long.
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K takes place in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Runna classifies the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Super 10K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K is a challenging 10-kilometer race featuring over 25 signature obstacles set against the unique desert backdrop of Al Wathba. This race distance is a key part of the World Championship weekend, testing athletes' speed and endurance on a course designed to push them to their limits.
How long is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K take place?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K takes place in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
What is the elevation gain of the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
Runna classifies the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Super 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Super 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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 Sprint 5K?
How long is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
Where does the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
How can I prepare for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K is a fast-paced 5-kilometer race featuring over 20 signature obstacles designed to test speed and agility. Held in the unique desert environment of Al Wathba, this distance is a key event during the World Championship weekend for both competitive and casual racers.
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K is 5km long.
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K takes place in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Runna classifies the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Sprint 5K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K is a fast-paced 5-kilometer race featuring over 20 signature obstacles designed to test speed and agility. Held in the unique desert environment of Al Wathba, this distance is a key event during the World Championship weekend for both competitive and casual racers.
How long is the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K take place?
The Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K takes place in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
What is the elevation gain of the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
Runna classifies the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Spartan World Championship - Abu Dhabi Sprint 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Sprint 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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Women Only
Major City
Relay
Kid friendly
Night Run
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