EXEED by Al Ghurair Accelerates to Victory as Official Car Sponsor of Dubai Marathon 2024
Dubai Marathon EXEED-ed the limit as 12,000 runners participated in the 23rd edition of the iconic event. EXEED by Al Ghurair, the renowned premium vehicle brand represented by AG Auto in the UAE, triumphed in its role as the Official Car Sponsor, providing 22 EXEED SUVs including 10 TXL and 10 RX EXEED SUVs as support fleet and two timing cars to facilitate the organisation and infrastructure needs of the marathon.
EXEED by Al Ghurair’s recently launched RX SUV took centre stage as the Lead Vehicle for the elite marathon, setting the pace for the participants. Commemorating its partnership with Dubai Marathon for the 2024 races, it also presented the grand raffle draw prize. One lucky Dubai Marathon participant will walk away with a brand new Tech Gray EXEED RX Comfort as the winner is announced on 20 January 2024.
Mohammed Maktari, General Manager at AG Auto says: “The partnership with Dubai Marathon helped us align with the UAE’s commitment to healthier lifestyles and embodied the event’s spirit of ‘Born For More’ this year. We are dedicated to providing high-quality vehicles that seamlessly combine style, performance and innovation, and take immense pride in contributing to the success of yet another remarkable edition of Dubai’s iconic road race. We extend our heartfelt wishes to every participant for their outstanding performance at this year’s races.”
Spanning three race categories – the four-kilometre Fun Run, the 10-kilometre Road Race, and the classic 42.195-kilometre Dubai Marathon – online registrants had the opportunity to enter the draw. The chance to win the spectacular SUV added an extra layer of excitement to the event, reflecting EXEED’s commitment to excellence and exceeding expectations. The 23rd edition of the marathon concluded with an exhilarating line up of elite athletes, including Dubai Marathon 2023 Women’s champion – Dera Dida and runner-up Ruti Aga. Former British long-distance runner and ex-world record holder – Paula Radcliffe was also in attendance to provide her expert commentary on the races.
Championing the races, Ethiopian track and field athlete Tigist Ketema took home the gold in the women’s category, setting a new course record time of 2:16:07, which is also the fastest women’s marathon debut in the history of the iconic races. Furthermore, Ethiopian runner – Addisu Gobena dominated the men’s category to take home the gold on his debut, recording a time of 2:05:01.
“The Dubai Marathon again produced two outstanding performances from young athletes determined to make their own headlines in the sport,” said Event Director Peter Connerton. “Staging the Dubai Marathon would not be possible without the support of valued partners such as EXEED by Al Ghurair – their vehicles performed flawlessly and ensured that we could stage a world-class race for many of the best athletes in the world of distance running.”
The grand raffle prize, the Tech Gray EXEED RX Comfort, redefines SUV excellence, seamlessly integrating technology and emotion. With 261hp and a 2.0TGDI engine, its expressive design and starship-style lights bring elegance and sophistication to driving. The Intelligent Control All-Wheel Drive System (AWD) offers seven drive modes coupled with the Suspension system (SS) and Hydraulic Damping Strut (HDS) system, ensuring an unparalleled drive. Adapting with precision, the EXEED RX tailors the experience to individual preferences. The luxurious seats are equipped with heating, ventilation and massage features, guaranteeing a journey of ultimate relaxation. Enhancing the experience is a Sony 14-speaker sound system and an indulgent fragrance and air purification system, delivering a refreshing and luxurious ambience.
For further information on the Dubai Marathon grand prize winner follow EXEED by Al Ghurair’s Instagram page: @exeeduae
For further information on Dubai Marathon 2024, please visit the official website: www.dubaimarathon.org.
For more information on EXEED by Al Ghurair’s RX SUV, please visit: www.exeed-uae.com
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