The tenth edition of the Ultra Mirage Al-Jarid race commenced on Friday, October 3, 2026, with over 500 runners from 20 countries participating in the event. The race, which spans 162km, will take place over 32 hours. This year's event features a new 100-mile course, the first of its kind in Tunisia, with 32 runners from 11 countries participating.
The race's organizing committee announced the event's launch during a press conference, highlighting the significant turnout and international participation. Amir Ben Qasim, the event's organizer, noted that the race has broken records with its diverse participation. The new 100-mile course is considered a challenge for the event, which aims to promote tourism in the region.
The Ultra Mirage Al-Jarid race features four different courses: 25km, 50km, 100km, and 162km, allowing participants to choose their preferred distance. The race's route is a desert agricultural path that starts and ends at Lake Chamsa, passing through several oases. According to Ben Qasim, the event has a positive impact on the local tourism industry, attracting a large number of visitors.
In addition to the race, the organizers, along with sponsors, have implemented social activities, primarily targeting young people. These activities include equipping the youth center in Tozeur with a multi-purpose hall, an information room, and a robotics room over the past two years. This year, the organizers have also provided a hall for arts and a theater.
The event's impact extends beyond sports, as it aims to promote social and cultural activities. The organizers believe that such events can be used as tools to implement various parallel activities. The Ultra Mirage Al-Jarid race has become a significant event in the region, attracting participants and visitors from around the world.
The tenth edition of the Ultra Mirage Al-Jarid race has garnered significant attention, with a large number of participants and visitors attending the event. The race's organizers are confident that this year's event will be a success, given the high level of participation and the new 100-mile course.
The Ultra Mirage Al-Jarid race will continue for 32 hours, with participants facing the challenges of the desert terrain. The event's conclusion is expected to be a celebration of the participants' achievements, with a focus on promoting tourism and social activities in the region.
Key points
- Over 500 runners from 20 countries are participating in the tenth edition of the Ultra Mirage Al-Jarid race.
- The event features a new 100-mile course, the first of its kind in Tunisia.
- The race has a positive impact on the local tourism industry, attracting a large number of visitors.
