The Benidorm Marathon is 25 years old this Sunday
Friday, November 23rd, 2007
The lovers of this sport, especially track and field, will be able to enjoy one of the most anticipated events of the Costa Blanca this Sunday. The Marathon and half International Marathon of Benidorm, is 25 years old.This silver anniversary seems to have given this event a boost, the participant record is the highest ever.
Up to now there are close to 3,000 athletes in the two events, and there is still time to increase these numbers before the final count is taken.
Among the participants there are 752 British runners, 1,992 Spaniards, 73 Dutch, and 67 athletes from Belgium.
There will be a special price for who ever could beat the actual record time of 2 hours and 14 minutes 36 seconds for men and 2 hours 42 minutes and 12 seconds for women. As well a 2,100 trophies and a week of vacation for the winner.
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