Over 8,000 enthusiastic runners participated in the inaugural IDBI Federal Life Insurance Kolkata Full Marathon 2017
Taking the starting line at 5.00am, Full Marathoners (42k) set off along the awe-inspiring route, soaking in the delightful old world colonial charm of the city’s architecture . The Half Marathon (21K) run flagged off at 6:30 am, 10K flagged off at 7:30am, while the crowd favourite, the Apollo Gleneagles 5K Touching Lives Run at 9am.
Sachin Tendulkar was on hand at the Red Road flagging off all four races, animatedly cheering on the enthusiastic runners on a chilly winter morning.
The excitement was clearly palpable with Sachin’s presence. Runners waited to take selfies, shake hands with the cricket icon before proceeding for their run.
Sachin Tendulkar, Face of the IDBI Federal Life Insurance Kolkata Full Marathon said, “It was a fantastic event. I am really happy to see so many participants who braved the chilly weather and made it for the marathon. Congratulations to the runners and the winners for showing this spirit of dedication and commitment towards health and fitness. I hope to see many more individuals next year for the marathon."
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