MARATHON: Athens Marathon, the authentic 2023 on 11-12 Nov 2023
Source: https://www.athensauthenticmarathon.gr/site/index.php/en/
Among all the Olympic sport events, the Marathon Race stands out as it was born by a true historic and heroic event. It was a true triumph accomplished by a news-bearing foot soldier from ancient Athens, who announced – with his last words – the victory of the Greeks against the Persians during the Marathon Battle in 490 BC. The 42,195m Marathon Race became one of the most competitive events during the revival of the Olympic Games in 1896. A Greek athlete named Spyros Louis, running what has ever since been referred to as the Original Marathon Course from the ancient city of Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, won the gold medal of the first modern Olympic Games and became a legend of Greek and International Athletics.
The Marathon Race has always had a prominent place in the hearts and minds of sports enthusiasts, as it represents the highest effort where the human body, soul and mind are tested to their limits as the runner presses himself/herself to reach the finish line.
SEGAS, the Hellenic Athletics Federation, has the honor and the historic responsibility to organize annually the Athens Classic Marathon on the Original Marathon Course. Since 1982, the Athens Classic Marathon has been dedicated to Gregoris Lambrakis, the athlete, scientist and Member of Parliament, who was murdered in the 60s and, after his death, became a symbol of Human Rights.
From the year 2011 onwards, OPAP S.A., the leading gaming operator in Greece and one of the major corporations in Greece and Europe, has been nominated Grand Sponsor of the event and its valuable support led to the significant upgrade of the race in all aspects.
Thousands of runners from all over the world are expected to participate in every year’s race. Apart from the sporting experience, they will have the chance to enjoy the traditional Greek hospitality, discover the fascinating landscape of our country and explore a city which is constantly improving its standards.
Results: https://www.athensauthenticmarathon.gr/site/index.php/en/results-en
This year, for the 40th time, 70,000 runners are taking part in the Authentic Athens Marathon to mark the anniversary in Greece. The marathon was launched more than 1500 years ago. Athletes run the original, the classic Athens Marathon.
The 40th Authentic Athens Marathon set a course record to mark the anniversary. Edwin Kiptoo from Kenya finished the 42.195 kilometres in a time of 2:10:34 hours – three seconds faster than his compatriot Felix Kipchircir, who set the record in 2014. Kilimo Lokitam took second place ahead of Henry Tukor Kitsana, both from Kenya.
