The global leader in consumer health was among the partners for the inaugural edition at Yas Marina Circuit.
Abu Dhabi, January 2026: Employees and customers of RunYAS’ Official Self-Care Partner, Haleon, a global leader in consumer health, were among the thousands of people to take part in the inaugural event at Yas Marina Circuit.
More than 4,200 people took to the iconic F1 track across different categories including the Yas Lap (one full lap at 5.3k), Yas 10K and Yas Kids, which is made of 1K and 2K distances.
As part of the partnership, Centrum, Haleon’s leading multivitamin brand, was named as the Presenting Partner of the Year of Family Relay for the event that was headlined by RunYAS’ race ambassador and four-time Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah and Emirati sprinter, Maryam Al Farsi.
The partnership between RunYAS and Haleon, aligns with the UAE’s Year of the Family, highlighting the importance of healthy habits, active lifestyles and moments experienced together across generations.
Ali Al Beshr, General Manager of Yas Marina Circuit, said: “Haleon’s presence at the inaugural RunYAS signifies the importance of the event which aims to encourage people to embrace healthier lifestyles. This partnership provided an opportunity for their employees and customers to be part of the movement at RunYAS and will open more opportunities for participants to learn more about their own health and make better informed decisions that can positively impact their wellbeing in the future.”
Arda Arat, General Manager – Gulf & Near East, Haleon, said: “At Haleon, we believe self-care is about empowering individuals and families to make informed choices for their health and well-being. We are honoured to support RunYAS alongside the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre and the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, whose leadership and dedication to advancing public health in the Emirate are truly inspiring. We look forward to growing our partnership and working together to champion self-care and community well-being in the years ahead.
“As we mark the Year of the Family in the UAE, it is more important than ever to encourage families to move together, support one another, and prioritise their health. Events like RunYAS inspire us all to take those vital steps towards a healthier, happier future.”
ABOUT YAS MARINA CIRCUIT:
Yas Marina Circuit is the United Arab Emirates’ most exciting sporting and entertainment multi-purpose venue. Located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the circuit is home to the annual FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX and much more. In addition to the extensive year-round program of professional and grassroots motorsport events and experiences including Drag and Yas Track Nights, the circuit has emerged as a thriving hub for entertainment and community events in the UAE.
Yas Marina Circuit is also a champion of sustainability in motorsports, receiving the Three-Star Environmental Certification from the FIA, the governing body’s highest recognition of sustainability. The award is an acknowledgement of the circuit’s long-standing commitment to environmental management with the objective of standing with Formula One in becoming Net-Zero Carbon by 2030.
As the region’s most technologically advanced facility, the circuit is also a leading MICE venue, regularly hosting a diverse range of corporate meetings, conferences, and events. Whether you want to experience the thrill of karting at our Kartzone, driving an Aston Martin GT4 at over 200km/hour on an F1 circuit, work towards your racing license at the Yas Racing School, get fit at TrainYas, participate in one of our many sporting events, or simply catch up with friends at Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit truly is The Meeting Place of Champions.
About Haleon:
Haleon (LSE / NYSE: HLN) is a global leader in consumer health, with a purpose to deliver better everyday health with humanity. Haleon’s product portfolio spans five major categories – Oral Health, Pain Relief, Respiratory Health, Digestive Health and Other, and Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements (VMS). Its long-standing brands – such as Advil, Sensodyne, Panadol, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, Polident, parodontax and Centrum – are built on trusted science, innovation and deep human understanding.
About Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC)
ADPHC protects and promotes the health of Abu Dhabi’s residents through prevention, research, education, and community-wide programmes designed to inspire healthy living and reduce the burden of chronic disease. The Centre works across government and society to create environments that support active lifestyles and empower individuals and families to make positive choices every day.
