PANAJI
Over 2,000 runners will test their endurance skills at the milestone 10th edition of the Rotary Rain Run Marathon, one of India’s most popular endurance events, scheduled to take place on July 28 (Sunday) in Goa.
World-renowned runners like four-time IRONMAN Triathlon completionist Corina Van Dam from the Netherlands, IRONMAN Triathlon completionist and five-time Guinness world record holder Preeti Maske and double Guinness world record holder for fastest marathons in a sari and a traditional Welsh dress, Kranti Salvi, will be participating in the event this year.
The annual race, organised by the Rotary Charitable Trust of Porvorim in association with the Rotary Club of Porvorim, has emerged as one of the most popular annual fixtures in Goa’s calendar of endurance events and will feature a new segment in this year’s edition, that is the two km Seniority Walk.
“The Rotary Rain Run Marathon is supported by the Indian Army and the Indian Navy and is aimed at promoting the importance of physical fitness, wellness and overall well-being among individuals. It also serves as a platform to inspire participants and the community at large to embrace healthy habits, make informed choices, and prioritise their health and fitness in their daily lives,” stated Archana Sawant, President, Rotary Club of Porvorim.
The run is scheduled to begin at the Sports Authority of Goa Athletics Stadium Bambolim, and participants will be assisted by volunteers from the Indian Army and the Indian Navy.
Those interested in participating in the run can register themselves for all available categories, namely the two km fun walk, five km dream run and 10 km and 21 km timed runs, while senior citizens can participate in the new two km Seniority Walk category.
The running route culminates with a turnaround at Miramar Circle for the 21 km timed walk, with markers to denote the finish lines for the various categories along the way. Registrations for the event will close on July 20.
To register and for more information, click here: rainrun.rcporvorim.org
