RunIt competition final moved from Auckland to Dubai

Thursday 12 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 12 Jun 2025, 3:12pm

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The final of the controversial RunIt competition has been relocated from Auckland to the United Arab Emirates. Organisers announced the move following calls to ban the activity and criticism from brain health experts. The winner in Dubai will receive a $200,000 prize.

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1. StuffThu 12 Jun 2025, 1:57pm

   Controversial RunIt competition moves to Dubai (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsThu 12 Jun 2025, 3:12pm

   Run It Championship final moved from Auckland to Dubai (opens in new tab)