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Saudi’s Rakan Al-Thaqafi vying for glory at inaugural Tough Mudder Infinity in AlUla



ALULA: Saudi Arabia’s Rakan Al-Thaqafi is gunning for glory on home soil in the maiden Tough Mudder Infinity contest in AlUla, featuring the largest prize pot in obstacle-course racing history.

The inaugural $480,000 event in the Middle East takes place on Saturday, Feb. 24, in the ancient oasis city located in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, with more than 1,000 participants set to compete.

Participants can enter Tough Mudder Infinity AlUla as individuals, or as teams of two or four people. There are also races over 5 km and 10 km for locals wishing to participate.



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