National Bank of Kuwait – Bahrain announced its sponsorship of the 2025 Bahrain Marathon Relay, one of the most anticipated community sporting events in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is organized by the Bahrain Road Runners Committee (BRR).
The race is scheduled to take place on Friday morning, November 21, 2025, starting from the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) and returning to it at its conclusion, covering a distance of 30 kilometers divided into 10 stages, each stage being approximately 3 kilometers long. Competitors aged 14 years and above will participate in the race, representing schools, universities, banks, companies, industrial institutions and government bodies.
This race is more than just a sporting competition; It is a vibrant celebration of team spirit, determination and unity, and embodies the Kingdom of Bahrain’s passion for health, fitness and the spirit of a united community.
In this context, Mr. Ali Al-Fardan, CEO of the National Bank of Kuwait – Bahrain, said: “The National Bank of Kuwait’s sponsorship of this event comes within the framework of its firm commitment to its social responsibility, and its continuous endeavor to spread health and sports awareness by supporting events that promote a healthy lifestyle, which contributes to building prosperous societies and developed nations.”
Al Fardan added: “The Bank’s support for this race reflects its vision of human empowerment through initiatives that develop health, cooperation and activity, confirming its deep belief that investing in people and society is the ultimate investment.”
For his part, Sheikh Abdullah bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Bahrain Runners Committee, expressed his deep gratitude to the bank for its generous support, stressing that such sponsorships contribute effectively to motivating young people to adopt healthy lifestyles and participate in sporting events with a social dimension. He also pointed out that the Bahrain Marathon Relay Race is a unified platform that brings together runners, families and volunteers, embodying the noble values that the committee has been keen to consolidate for more than five decades.
As the 2025 edition approaches, the partnership between National Bank of Kuwait – Bahrain and the Bahrain Runners Committee continues to ignite the spirit of hope and enthusiasm for a healthier and more active Bahrain, where every step runners take on the racetrack represents a symbol of progress towards a stronger, happier and more united homeland.
