ADS: How the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition Channels the Spirit of Eliud Kipchoge

For serious runners and endurance athletes, a sports watch is more than just a piece of tech—it is a training partner, a pacer, and a daily reminder of the goals ahead. Huawei is tapping directly into that competitive spirit with the launch of the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition.

By blending high-performance wearable innovation with a design deeply rooted in marathon history, this special edition device is engineered to make every stride count.

Wear the Legacy: The Eliud Kipchoge-Inspired Aesthetic

The most striking departure from the standard lineup is the watch’s premium, custom-crafted exterior. The Racing Legend Edition swaps out the solid blacks and vibrant dual-tone gradients of the standard AirDry™ and fluoroelastomer bands for a premium fabric woven strap.

Featuring a distinct stripe pattern of blue, red, white, and green, the band serves as a visual tribute to the core values, discipline, and milestone triumphs that define Eliud Kipchoge’s historic running journey. It’s a subtle yet powerful nod to the "no human is limited" ethos, designed to inspire runners every time they lace up.

Complementing the strap is a dedicated "Racing Legend" interactive watch face. This exclusive user interface was built with high-intensity racing in mind. Instead of burying your data, it places your absolute critical metrics—including your current Running Ability Index (RAI), real-time heart rate zones, and accumulated training load—front and center. The layout ensures immediate, glanceable reading mid-stride, allowing you to monitor your output without breaking your form.

Built for the Distance: Aerodynamics and Data-Driven Intelligence

Beyond its elite aesthetic, the Racing Legend Edition is engineered specifically to withstand the grueling demands of long-distance training. It features an ultra-lightweight, aerodynamic structure that prioritizes wrist comfort over extended mileage, perfectly balancing rugged durability with the sleekness required for everyday wear.

Where the watch truly shines is its upgraded training intelligence. Built around an enhanced Training Camp Dashboard, the device offers runners highly structured, data-backed guidance.

By utilizing advanced tracking metrics and the Running Ability Index (RAI), the watch accurately evaluates your current fitness level, tracks your physiological progress, and helps optimize your training intensity. Whether you are tapering for a race or deep in a marathon block, it ensures your preparation is highly purposeful, scientifically sound, and entirely focused on performance.

The HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition is retailing at RM1,499, with free gifts worth up to RM491, including a free 1-year APAC Warranty, in-box Fluroelastromer Watch Strap and a 3-month HUAWEI Health+ subscription. Consumers can purchase the smartwatch via the HUAWEI Official Store.

Apart from HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition, Huawei Malaysia also unveiled its latest lineup of smart devices, headlined by the all-new HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max, alongside the HUAWEI nova 15 Max and HUAWEI WATCH KIDS X1 Series. Together, the new additions reinforce Huawei’s vision of a connected ecosystem that seamlessly supports productivity, creativity, entertainment and active lifestyles across every stage of life. Together, these devices demonstrate how Huawei continues to expand its portfolio to cater to different user needs while delivering a more connected and intelligent experience across devices.

Leading the launch is the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max, an ultra-slim flagship tablet designed to redefine mobile productivity and creativity. Built on Huawei’s innovative Cloud Falcon Architecture, the device weighs just 509g and measures only 4.7mm thin, making it the world’s thinnest and lightest tablet. Combining portability with performance, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max is engineered to help users work, create and multitask more efficiently on a single device.

The HUAWEI Matepad Pro Max also features a 13.2-inch 3K Flexible OLED PaperMatte Display with ultra-narrow bezels and a true full-screen design, delivering an immersive viewing experience with a 94% screen-to-body ratio. Huawei upgrade with their PaperMatte technology further enhances clarity and eye comfort, while nano-level etching helps reduce glare and improve sharpness for long hours of reading, viewing and creation.

Beyond its display experience, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max delivers a powerful productivity workflow through AI-powered PC-level WPS Office, along with enhanced multitasking, document editing and online collaboration capabilities. When paired with the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard and HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro, the tablet transforms into a versatile mobile workstation that supports professional tasks and creative expression in a seamless manner.

The HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max is available for pre-order starting from RM5,999 via the HUAWEI Official Store, with free gifts worth up to RM3,154, including a HUAWEI M-Pencil Pro, HUAWEI mouse, WPS AI, HUAWEI Notes, free 1-year APAC Warranty and 1-year 2-times PaperMatte Display Care. Designed to push the boundaries of mobile computing, the device delivers a powerful yet portable experience for users who need more flexibility across work, study and creative use.

Complementing Huawei’s ecosystem is the HUAWEI nova 15 Max, a smartphone designed for users who value creativity, entertainment and everyday usage. Built around Huawei’s philosophy, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max combines stylish aesthetics with everyday practicality, offering a slim and modern design available in Blush Gold and Golden Black that complement different lifestyles while keeping a comfortable in-hand feel for daily use.

Powering the Huawei nova 15 Max is a 8,500mAh Super battery with Kirin 8000 Series chipset to deliver optimal performance across work, entertainment and daily communication. Supported by intelligent power optimisation technologies, the device is designed to maximise usage throughout the day, enabling users to stay connected, productive and entertained with minimal interruption.

Enhancing the entertainment experience is a vivid 6.84-inch OLED Eye Comfort Display featuring a 120Hz intelligent refresh rate with up to 4000 nits peak brightness, delivering immersive visuals for smoother interactions across daily tasks. Whether users are streaming content, gaming or browsing, the display is designed with a more comfortable viewing experience.

Alongside this, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max features stunning symmetrical stereo dual speakers capable of reaching up to 85dB for richer, more immersive audio performance. The device is also engineered for durability and reliability, with SGS 5-star Drop Resistance Premium Performance certification, upgraded bend resistance and IP65 water and dust resistance for extra protection across multiple environments, all while maintaining its sleek and stylish profile. The HUAWEI nova 15 Max is also equipped with a 50MP RYYB Ultra-Clear Camera, capturing clearer and more detailed images across varieties of lighting conditions.

The HUAWEI nova 15 Max is available for purchase at the HUAWEI Official Website starting today at RM1,699, with free gifts worth up to RM827, including a RM200 rebate, HUAWEI Band 10 and more. Paired with intelligent features such as AI Smart Control, users can enjoy quicker access to their favourite applications through one tap, activating AI-powered tools such as Gemini with a double tap, or access shortcuts to frequently used apps like WhatsApp and TNG eWallet through a long press, for more seamless mobile experience.

Marking Huawei’s entry into the family smartwatch category, the HUAWEI WATCH KIDS X1 Series is designed to help families stay connected while empowering younger users to explore, learn and express themselves with confidence. Combining communication, creativity and safety-focused features, the series delivers an engaging smartwatch experience tailored for the next generation.

Featuring a vibrant 1.82-inch AMOLED display, front and rear HD cameras with detachable rotatable design, including a standalone camera on the X1 Pro. The WATCH KIDS X1 Series encourages young users to capture their adventures, share meaningful moments and experience the world through their own lens.

Available in four bold mecha-inspired colourways, Pink and Blue for the X1, and Black and Purple for the X1 Pro, the series blends playful design with practical functionality. Enhanced connectivity and safety features, including real-time location awareness and communication tools, provide greater independence for younger users while giving parents added peace of mind.

Priced at RM1,599 and RM999 respectively, The HUAWEI WATCH KIDS X1 Pro and WATCH KIDS X1 are now available for pre-order at the HUAWEI Official Store, with free gifts worth up to RM808, including a 1-year HUAWEI Care+ subscription and free 1-year APAC Warranty.