Athletes who will enhance the competitiveness of the races, and the profile of the event are invited to apply for elite assistance.
SELECTION CRITERIA
GENERAL SELECTION CRITERIA
Athletes will be selected according to:
- Ability to enhance the competitiveness of the event (based on their race CV)
- Social media following and use of social media
- Being approachable and available to their fans during event week
- Willingness of your sponsors (if sponsored) to help promote your participation in the event and share social media relevant to your performance
- If your sponsors are bringing a media crew (i.e photographer / video) to cover your performance and the event
- Relationships with existing national and/or international media
- application closes 31 August 2024, please do apply early
OBLIGATIONS
Athletes will be requested to:
- Participate in the nominated event to the best of their abilities
- Be available for race social media – i.e. photos and interviews
- Take part in the race week activities including Athlete Panel, athlete activations, presentations etc
- Write a race report via an athlete blog, or social media page and tag Malaysia Ultra-Trail
- Engage with race staff and fellow participants in a friendly and respectful manner and demonstrate good sportsmanship throughout the event
- Tag Malaysia Ultra-Trail in all race related social media posts
