QOC steps up Half Marathon preparations with 30 days to go

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) is stepping up its administrative, technical, and logistical preparations for the second edition of its...

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) is stepping up its administrative, technical, and logistical preparations for the second edition of its annual Half Marathon 2026, set to take place on February 10 at Lusail Boulevard.

Held in conjunction with National Sport Day, the event underscores the QOC’s enduring dedication to spreading sports culture and encouraging an active lifestyle among all members of the community.

The race will feature categories that cater to different ages and fitness levels.

These include: Children (ages 6–14): 1 km, Youth (ages 15–17): 5 km, General category (ages 19–39): 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km General category (ages 40 and above): 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km, team Qatar category (ages 19–39): 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km, team Qatar category (ages 40 and above): 5 km, 10 km, and 21 km, The event ensures wide participation and a comprehensive sports experience for all age groups.

The participants of all ages can register online via the official QOC website. The organisers aim to expand the event’s reach, increasing participation from 6,000 runners in the first edition to 10,000 in 2026, attracting competitors from both inside and outside the country, highlighting the event’s international and competitive nature.