KARACHI: For the second year running, Karachi is set to host the prestigious Global Half Marathon ‘One Run’ on Saturday, May 24th.
The event, organized in collaboration with the international One Run by Hero League, will see over 2,000 runners from Karachi join an estimated 200,000 participants across the globe in a powerful display of fitness and community spirit.
The ‘One Run’ is recognized as the world’s largest half marathon and unites runners from numerous cities worldwide on the same day. In Karachi, the event will cater to a wide range of fitness levels with race categories including a half marathon (21.1 km), as well as 1 km, 5 km, and 10 km races.
Participants in Karachi will embark on a scenic coastal route starting from the Emaar Sales Center in DHA. The well-maintained streets and picturesque seaside views along the Emaar route promise an unforgettable running experience for participants of all ages and abilities.
Karachi’s participation underscores its growing prominence in the global running community. This year, the event will also witness the participation of approximately 40,000 runners from countries spanning Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, Qatar, China, Egypt, India, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Chile, Lebanon, Armenia, Tunisia, Venezuela, and many others.
