Tough Mudder race arrives in Abu Dhabi with mud, sweat and tears - in pictures

The third Tough Mudder race to be held in the UAE took place on Al Hudayriat Island in Abu Dhabi

Tough Mudder returned to the UAE and pushed the brave participants to breaking point.

The obstacle course included the Black Widow, a series of 30 elevated tight ropes suspended over water, and the Leap of Faith, where participants are required to jump and grab hold of a cargo net. Other signature challenges coming to Abu Dhabi include The Mud Mile, a run that includes contestants going through ditches caked in mud.

All in all, a jolly good way to spend a Friday morning.

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