Abdulla Bin Hajar AlShehhi is the first Emirati to complete the Abbott World Marathon Majors, conquering six of the world’s most prestigious races—Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York—over the course of eight years. His journey began more than 15 years ago with a personal transformation, during which he lost over 30 kilograms and discovered a deep passion for running.
Based in Ras Al Khaimah and working at ADNOC Offshore, Abdulla uses running as a platform for purpose-driven action. He became the first Emirati to conquer the Great Wall Marathon in China, one of the most demanding races in the world, raising funds for children battling cancer through the Al Jalila Foundation. He has also supported humanitarian efforts in Gaza by launching the “Race for Relief” campaign in collaboration with Doctors Without Borders, using his marathons to drive awareness and funding for urgent causes.
Abdulla’s story is not only about endurance and achievement—it’s about giving back, inspiring others, and representing the power of sport to unite and uplift communities.