Wings for Life World Run: Virtual charity initiative returns to Happy Valley Race Course in May
- The Wings for Life World Run race is unique in that there is no set finish line and runners instead compete against ‘Catcher Cars’
- Last year, more than 184,000 people from around the world took part in the race, raising US$4.5 million for spinal cord research
Charity run Wings for Life World Run is making its way back to Hong Kong.
Established in 2014, this year’s edition will take place on May 8, with the Hong Kong leg starting at 7pm at Happy Valley Race Course. Organisers Red Bull are hoping a relaxation of social-distancing rules mean more people can take part.
Last year, more than 184,000 people from around the world took part in the race, raising US$4.5 million for spinal cord research through entry fees and donations. The cost of taking part in Hong Kong is just HK$109.
With Covid-19 restrictions in place, athletes in Hong Kong can choose to run at Happy Valley or join the race from their favourite running spot in the city using the Wings for Life World Run app, which links them to competitors around the world.
The Wings for Life World Run race is unique in that there is no set finish line. Instead, 30 minutes after the starting signal, the Catcher Cars will start moving and gradually accelerate to overtake the participants one by one, either in real or virtual form.
