28/07/2026
DATU RANAW OFFROAD CHALLENGE: A Roaring Success
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur โ The DATU RANAW OFFROAD CHALLENGE, held from July 24 to 26, 2026, proved to be an exhilarating celebration of grit, determination, and community spirit in honor of the 67th Araw ng Lanao del Sur. Spearheaded by Vice Governor Mohammad Khalid โMujamโ Raki-in Adiong and hosted by Team Kuyaw, the event transformed Marawi City into a premier hub of adventure sports and motorsports tourism.
A record field of 62 elite competitors converged from across the country, including drivers from Ilocos, Benguet, Pampanga, Bulacan, Bicol, Cagayan de Oro, Zamboanga, Davao, and Lanao del Sur. The elite lineup featured four past King of RIOT champions, PHLOX 2022 and 2024 champions, and the first Borneo Safari Philippines champion. Navigating Marawiโs steep climbs, deep mud, and rocky trails across categories like extreme rock crawling, mud racing, and endurance trials, participants put on a masterclass of driving prowess and endurance.
Adding deep cultural significance, event champions were awarded a custom-made Kampilanโa traditional Maranao warrior sword symbolizing courage, honor, and resilience. Spectators lined the trails, cheering on drivers while local vendors offered traditional Lanao delicacies, blending world-class motorsports with rich Maranao heritage and hospitality.
With plans already underway for next year, the DATU RANAW OFFROAD CHALLENGE stands out as a memorable chapter in the regionโs growing legacy of adventure tourism and community pride.