Visit Qatar, in partnership with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), has announced the return of the Qatar T100 Kick Off Run on December 10, inviting residents and visitors of all ages and fitness levels to participate in community runs ahead of the 2026 Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final.

The event will take place in Lusail, with the untimed 1km run starting at 17:45, followed by the 5km run at 18:30. Both races are open to individuals, families and children, encouraging wider community participation in the sporting event.

The runs will launch a three-day programme featuring the Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final on December 11 and the T100 Age-Group World Championships on December 12.

The programme will also include open 100km and Sprint-distance triathlons for amateur athletes, with relay options available across both distances for the first time. Participants will have the opportunity to experience the race course along Lusail’s waterfront.

The Qatar T100 Triathlon World Championship Final will conclude the 2026 T100 Triathlon World Tour, bringing leading professional athletes to Qatar to compete for the season’s world championship titles.

The event adds to Qatar’s international sporting calendar and supports the country’s efforts to strengthen its position as a destination for major sporting competitions while encouraging community engagement in physical activity.-TradeArabia News Service