130 runners to take part in Oman Desert Marathon

Muscat: Around 130 runners from all over the world will take part in the seventh edition of Oman Desert Marathon that will begin on November 17.

According to Oman News Agency (ONA), the eight-day marathon will cover a distance of 165 kilometers in North Al Sharqiyah governorate.

"Oman Desert Marathon will kick off next Saturday in its seventh edition in the Wilayat of Bidiya for a distance of 165 km divided into 6 stages with the participation of 130 racers from all over the world,” ONA said. The race will conclude on November 23.