The IHH Sky Race™ | Merdeka 118 2026 Appoints CheckPointSpot® as Official Timing Partner
Official Timing Partner appointed for one of the world’s premier tower running competitions.
CheckPointSpot® has been appointed the Official Timing Partner for The IHH Sky Race™ | Merdeka 118 2026, further strengthening the company’s position as a race technology provider supporting some of Asia’s most demanding endurance events.
Held at Merdeka 118, the world’s second-tallest building, the event attracts elite tower runners from around the world to compete in one of the most challenging disciplines in endurance sports.
Unlike road races, tower running presents unique operational challenges. Thick concrete structures, steel reinforcement and a vertical race course require specialised race timing technology capable of delivering consistent accuracy under demanding conditions.
As the Official Timing Partner, CheckPointSpot® will deploy its race timing technology and experienced operations team to provide accurate timing, real-time results and dependable race data throughout the competition.
“Tower running is one of the most technically demanding environments for race timing. We’re proud to support The IHH Sky Race™ | Merdeka 118 with technology that delivers the accuracy and reliability expected of an international competition.” — Benjamin Yeow, Group CEO
The appointment reflects the increasing role of technology in endurance sports, where organisers rely on accurate race data to improve operations and enhance participant experience.
The collaboration with Fresh Events Asia also demonstrates CheckPointSpot®’s ability to support a diverse range of endurance events—from road races and trail running to elite vertical racing—as the company continues expanding its race technology capabilities across Southeast Asia.
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