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From futuristic architecture to groundbreaking infrastructure, Dubai is no stranger to weird, wonderful and downright crazy innovation. But on Wednesday, the "City of Superlatives" went full sci-fi as eight pilots dressed and outfitted as Marvel's "Iron Man" took to the skies.
However, they weren't fighting supervillains or alien warlords. Against a backdrop of skyscrapers and superyachts, the airborne athletes took part in ...
