More thana race — a global event where Rosa Associati's advisory work guarantees technical standards of world-class calibre.
The Technical Engine behind the Race
Since the inaugural edition in 2018, Rosa Associati has shaped the technical dimension of the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon.
In 2026, the bar is set even higher: the Elite Group is hand-picked to deliver exceptional race times and project the marathon firmly into the global elite.
The Growth: From early steps to 33,000 participants
An exponential growth trajectory that has turned the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon into one of the most significant marathon events on the international stage.
2018
First edition
33,000
Participants
Elite
Selected group
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World-class
Gallery
On the streets of Abu Dhabi
Key moments from the ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon.
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