The Loop Sunset to Sunrise

Race Rules & Regulations

Are you ready to run from sunset to sunrise?

23 May 2026 · MontChoisy Golf Estate, Mauritius

Course & Loop Format

The race is run on an 8 km loop within MontChoisy Golf Estate.
The route follows the asphalted golf cart track and is designed to be as flat as possible, with minimal elevation gain.
The course will be clearly marked at all times.
For night running, fluorescent and reflective markers will be added to ensure visibility and runner safety.
The event runs from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am (overnight).
The course is a fixed loop. Participants may complete as many full loops as they wish during the event time.

To count, a loop must be completed in full and follow the official course markings at all times.
Timing/scoring is based on complete loops only (partial loops do not count).
Scanning pods are installed along the course to confirm that each participant completes the full loop.
Each runner will receive a race bracelet with an embedded pod that is automatically scanned on the track.
The bracelet remains the property of the organisers and must be returned after the race on withdrawal or at the finish.

There is no maximum time to complete a loop.
There is no maximum time to rest at base camp between loops.
Participants manage their own pace, breaks, food, and recovery while respecting all safety rules.

The course closes at 6:30 am.
As from 6:15 am, participants may be asked to return to base camp immediately, even if they are midway through a loop.

If a runner decides to stop, they must inform the Race Organisers at base camp as soon as possible.
A runner is officially withdrawn only once the organisers have been notified and the runner is checked in at base camp.

The organisers may stop a runner or end a runner’s participation for safety reasons (health concern, rule breach, or unsafe behaviour).
All runners must follow course markings, marshal instructions, and any updated safety announcements during the night.

Only one assistant/crew member is permitted per space.
Assistants must remain in designated areas (base camp / authorised zones) and must follow staff instructions at all times.
Any outside support given on the Loop course (outside authorised areas) may lead to disqualification.
No assistance may be given on the start line / immediate start area. If you need help, step away from the start zone.
No assistance is permitted during a loop. Any food, fluids or gear needed on-course must be carried by the runner.
Assistance is permitted only between loops, after you complete a loop and before you start the next one.

The winner is the runner who completes the highest number of full loops before the 6:00 am race closure.
If two or more runners finish with the same number of loops, the organisers may apply a tie-break method (e.g., fastest last completed loop or earliest completion of the final counted loop), as defined by the official timing/scoring team.

If you withdraw, you may be asked to vacate your rest area space so other runners can reorganise closer to the start line at base camp (when applicable).
Runners must use the toilets provided at base camp and at 2 locations on the course and must not relieve themselves anywhere on the course.
Please help us keep base camp calm and quiet so runners can rest and stay focused; thank you for remembering this is a race support area, not a children’s playground.

Questions?