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Al Kutbi Participates in Charity Marathon in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates - Tuesday, March 11th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

Major General Staff Dr. Obeid Al Hiri Salim Al Kutbi, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, has praised the distinguished organization of the ADCB Zayed Sports City 5&10k Pink Run, which was held recently. He also stressed the importance of effective participation from people of all walks of life and ages.

The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police, a regular fixture in the event, participated in the marathon along 500 participants of various ages. Participants were split into groups, and grouped according to age. It is worth mentioning that whole families also participated in this enjoyable event.

Major General Al Kutbi emphasized the importance and purpose of the marathon in encouraging charitable work among members of society. "It also instills the role of sport and its contribution to supporting noble causes, especially because proceeds from such events go to support special care centers,” noted Major General Al Kutbi.

500 dedicated and casual runners participated in the marathon; proving that they are well aware of the importance of running being a sport that is characterized by competitiveness and seriousness, and opens the door to more willing participants.

The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police said that the State has provided a solid and modern infrastructure for sports activities for all. "It has established high-end stadiums, services, good roads and all the required facilities to create a suitable sports environment,” explained Major General Al Kutbi.

In conclusion, he highlighted the fact that marathon sports area key component of good health and wellbeing, cell regeneration, the secret to success, and superiority of mind. At the end of the event, he congratulated the winners and distributed medals and prizes to them.

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