JEDDAH: Saudi runner Nasser Hakami is making waves in the world of mountain running, carrying the Kingdom’s name from Tuwaiq Mountain to international arenas.
The 40-year-old told Arab News his long-standing passion for mountains has fueled his commitment to training and competition.
“Passion and ambition drove me to this sport, as I have loved mountains since I was young and I love the mountainous nature,” Hakami said. “I found myself in it — my passion for nature, and it’s my way to escape from the pressures of life.”
I love representing the Kingdom and the Arabs, and I embody that through the Saudi outfit that I wear with great pride.
Nasser Hakami, Saudi endurance runner
