体坛英语新闻：Malta to host first-ever obstacle race in May

VALLETTA, May 4 (Xinhua) -- A first-ever obstacle course race -- The Grid Assault Course is scheduled to take place in Malta on May 28th.

The 15km-long race of Malta's scenic landscape provides challenging obstacles and rough terrain runs for the participants.

The archipelago's Minister for Tourism Edward Zammit Lewis said that the race would further enhance Malta' s image as a diverse destination and noted that Sports Tourism was growing at a healthy pace. Malta's pleasant climate, he added, made it ideal for sports and outdoor activity holidays.

The Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) has concluded a three-year sponsorship agreement with The Grid Assault Course and will promote the event on social media.

The Grid Assault Course will also be promoted by various sports associations and travel agents, with MTA also inviting specialized bloggers, journalists and TV crews to cover this event internationally.

MTA Chairman Gavin Gulia said that the MTA was determined to turn Malta and Gozo into leading sports tourism destinations in the Mediterranean region.