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“It is perhaps one of the most special – if not the most special – races we went to last year: Challenge Samarkand. Taking a giant step back in time, we took a look at the city that dates [...]

Are you looking for a race that is so much more than swim, bike, run? Challenge Samarkand is a world-class event set against the stunning backdrop of Uzbekistan, so rich in ancient history! The [...]

Have you started thinking about your 2024 race calendar and are looking for the ultimate destination race? Challenge Samarkand is a world-class event set against the stunning backdrop of [...]

All the way from Germany and Australia: last weekend Frederic Funk (GER) and Ellie Salthouse (AUS) took the win at the inaugural Challenge Samarkand. They both loved racing in Uzbekistan, where [...]

In a beautiful location, among luxurious hotels and amid Samarkand’s rich history, the first edition of Challenge Samarkand on Sunday sets the stage for an undoubtedly exciting battle [...]

“Race back in time with a new middle distance event in this treasure-filled ancient city in Uzbekistan.” On Sept. 16, the first edition of Challenge Samarkand will take place. There [...]