His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has directed that the Dubai Mallathon be held annually over a three-month period, from 15 June to 15 September, across various malls in the city. The record was achieved at Dubai Hills Mall, where 1,392 participants of different nationalities and age groups competed in a single race. His Highness said: “The unprecedented level of community engagement witnessed during a full month of the Dubai Mallathon reflects how sports in Dubai has evolved into a common language, a way of life, and a powerful form of self-expression. We want them to make a real difference—becoming catalysts for positive change and sustainable pathways for community development.”Closing activitiesThe Dubai Mallathon wrapped up last Sunday after a month-long run that drew more than 40,000 participants of all ages and nationalities. The closing events featured a 42-kilometre marathon with 40 runners, as well as a special race for females held in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council to mark Emirati Women’s Day.