Evren’s journey from an overweight smoker and drinker who once struggled to run a single kilometre to a record-breaking endurance athlete defines his story of transformation. His discipline, resilience, and relentless mindset have propelled him through increasingly ambitious challenges including breaking the world record for running across the UAE once and now for the second time. This three-country feat represents his most significant milestone yet. Record details as confirmed by FTK include Qatar (approx. 192 km) in 26h 30m, Bahrain (approx. 68.5 km) in 11h 26m, and UAE (approx. 630 km) in 5 days, 11h, 19m — breaking the national record and surpassing his own previous time by 11 hours and 39 minutes. Across nearly 900 km in one month, Evren faced extreme fatigue, fluctuating conditions, and long periods of isolation. Every kilometre was his alone to conquer, yet moments of support became essential, with fellow athletes joining him in Qatar, Bahrain, and the UAE, while his core team traveled with him across all three countries to ensure pace, recovery, and shared motivation. The UAE crossing, which concluded on UAE National Day, held special significance as a personal triumph and a symbolic celebration of national pride.

Throughout the attempt, Evren wore the newly launched PUMA MAGMAX 2, designed for long-distance running with a responsive midsole and high cushion heel, proving its performance in this grueling journey. “For me, this wasn’t just about running across countries or breaking records,” Evren said. “It was about proving who I’ve become. A few years ago, I couldn’t run a kilometre. To finish almost 900 km in one month across three nations and to do it for a cause like Dubai Cares, means more than a record. It’s proof that anyone can rewrite their life if they start and push. The people who joined me, even for a few kilometres, and my team who stayed with me through every border became part of this story. I kept the mentality that every step, every doubt, and every wall I faced was mine to overcome, and I never stopped pushing forward until I made it.” Evren continues to use his challenges to inspire change, discipline, and purpose, setting a new benchmark in regional endurance sport and highlighting both his personal evolution and the growing spirit of the Middle East’s running culture.