SPECIAL EDITION - POST EVENT BULLETIN ATHENS MARATHON 2019

ORGANISER

SUPPORTER

9-10 ΝΟVEMBER 2019

MEMBER

CO-ORGANISERS

DEDICATED TO THE BALKAN CHAMPION GRΙGORIS LABRAKIS

MARATHON MUNICIPALITY

HELLENIC OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

GRAND SPONSOR OF MARATHON

GRAND SPONSORS OF SEGAS

OFFICIAL SPONSORS OF SEGAS

SPECIAL EDITION POST-EVENT BULLETIN SEGAS - ATHENS MARATHON 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

(AMA stands for «Athens Marathon. The Authentic») page

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Thank you by the Hellenic Athletics Federation & the AMA Organising Committee

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Authentic course map

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Τhe 5-day schedule of ΑΜΑ events

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2-day competition for 60,000 runners

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The ERGO Marathon EXPO

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The winners of 2019 Marathon Race

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Τhe «Oscars» of the Marathon world

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Τhe winners in 10, 5 & 3K Road Races

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The AIMS Marathon Symposium

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The birth of the Marathon race

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The Opening Ceremony of ΑΜΑ

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Τhe 2019-2026 AMA medals

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Τhe Lighting of the Marathon Flame

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Τhe 2019 Athens Marathon Medal

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The Hymn of Athentic Marathon

Τhe Marathon Flame travels around the world

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Grigoris Labrakis, The Pacifist

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Τhe «PROTERGIA» Sponsors’ village

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The AMA today at a glance

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ΑΜΑ Weekend summary

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Top awards for the ΑΜΑ

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The «X-ray» of the authentic route

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The unique venues of ΑΜΑ

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The AMA Kids’ fun runs Τhe AMA Volunteers’ program

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The Historic Start and the Panathenaic Stadium

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The AMA registration kit

Τhe Social Responsibility program of ΑΜΑ 2019 AMA NGOs

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A unique race and unforgettable «philoxenia»

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Τhe AMA «Green» program

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Visit the cities of Athens and Marathon

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“Music on the Run”

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Keep the authentic memories alive

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The promotion of ΑΜΑ abroad

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The official Athens Marathon App

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The ΑΜΑ as a “growth catalyst”

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A supportive action for marathon runners

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The Athens Half Marathon

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The “Run Greece” series of events

Created and Published by SEGAS Editors: Makis Asimakopoulos - Tota Gkolfinopoulou Art Director: Emmanοuela Mathioudaki Texts & Editing: SEGAS Marathon & Press Offices Text adaptation to English: Irene Savvas Photos: EUROKINISSI - SEGAS Archive 2

THANK YOU BY THE HELLENIC ATHLETICS FEDERATION & THE AMA ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Κostas Panagopoulos

Vassilis Sevastis

SEGAS President

SEGAS Secretary General & LOC Chairman

Dear Runners,

Dear Friends,

The 37th Athens Marathon event was, with no doubt, the largest and most successful of all. The newly inaugurated 2-day competition schedule, the brand new medal, and the novel Opening Ceremony, in combination with the knowhow of our staff and the willingness of our volunteers, have contributed the most to pinpointing its unique and authentic profile.

The “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” provides annually the opportunity to thousands of runners from all over the world, to run the authentic route of the most emblematic Olympic event.

Speaking on behalf of everyone in SEGAS, I wish to sincerely thank all those that worked hard and in team spirit, in order to reach such results.

On behalf of the Organising Committee and our co-organisers, I wish to thank and warmly congratulate all the runners who participated in all races of the event.

I would also like to express our gratitude to our stakeholders and partners who contributed to the organization of all competition and parallel events, our sponsors, judges, SEGAS staff, municipalities and Stadium personnel, spectators but above all, I wish to particularly thank our volunteers who make this event a real celebration of sport, a real gift to our runners.

Moreover, I would like to thank all runners and congratulate you for your achievement. I am confident that you have enjoyed the experience of the authentic course and finish in the Panathenaic Sta- Finally, we would like to have your opindium. By your participation, you all be- ion, on what was good and should be maintained and strengthened and came part of History. what needs to be improved. Your feedback is valuable and would enable us to provide better services next year, during the 38th Authentic Marathon to be held on November 8th 2020.

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ORGANISER

CO-ORGANISERS

SUPPORTER

MEMBER

MARATHON MUNICIPALITY

Dedicated to the Balkan Champion Gregoris Labrakis

GRAND SPONSOR OF MARATHON

GRAND SPONSORS OF SEGAS

OFFICIAL SPONSORS OF SEGAS

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS

ΕΘΝΙΚΗ

ΜΕΤΕΩΡΟΛΟΓΙΚΗ ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑ

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HELLENIC NATIONAL METEOROLOGICAL SERVICE

HELLENIC OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

2-DAY COMPETITION FOR 60,000 RUNNERS The innovations of the 37th Athens Marathon

The 2019 «Athens Marathon. The Authentic» held during the 2nd weekend of November was a total success. With a record number of 60,000+ runners, race registrations marked a growth of 460% in the last decade. The Marathon Race had a record number of 16,520 finishers this year, from 131 countries. The two major highlights of the event’s 37th edition were the successful launch of a 2-day competition program and the presentation of the new finishers’ medal, which will be part of a unique series of eight medals that will illustrate until 2026, the over 2,500 years long rich history of the Marathon Race. The AMA Opening Ceremony, choreographed by Artemis Ignatiou in a unique and creative way, reenacted the Battle of Marathon and was attended by delegates of 75 international races from 45 countries. Finally, despite the rain, more than 100,000 spectators attended the event inside the Panathenaic Stadium and along the various courses, while 750,000 viewers watched it on public television and million others heard about it in international media.

To watch the TV broadcasts, click here for Saturday (10K) and here for Sunday races.

Runners 2009 10.721 2019 60.082

Countries 70 131

Gender 2019 Men 63% Women 37%

Nationality 2019 Greeks 73% Foreigners 27% 5

ORGANISER

CO-ORGANISERS

SUPPORTER

MEMBER

MARATHON MUNICIPALITY

Dedicated to the Balkan Champion Gregoris Labrakis

GRAND SPONSOR OF MARATHON

OFFICIAL SUPPORTERS

COMMUNICATION SPONSORS

SOCIAL PARTNERS

HELLENIC OLYMPIC COMMITTEE

THΕ WINNERS OF 2019 MARATHON RACE

Kostas Gkelaouzos

John Komen

Ranking & Hellenic National Chamiopnships

In the men’s race, John Komen from Kenya, broke the tape at the finish line in 2:16:34. Felicien Muhitira of Rwanda finished second in 2:16:43. Kostas Gkelaouzos of Greece finished third in 2:19:01.

It was the 2nd best time for a Greek athlete on the authentic course.

Eleftheria Petroulaki

Greek athletes dominated the women’s race.

Eleftheria Petroulaki won the race in 2:16:34, followed by Katerina Asimakopoulou in 3:02:29 and Panayota Vlachaki in 3:04:25).

The winner of the men’s 2019 Hellenic National Marathon Race Championships was Kostas Gkelaouzos (Panathinaikos SC), followed by Panayotis Karaiskos (Panellinios GC) who finished second in 2:26:28, and Charalambos Pistolis (GAC Ilissos Athens) third in 2:27:31. The winners of the women’s 2019 Hellenic National Marathon Race Championships were the same as in the overall ranking; Eleftheria Petroulaki (AC Mykonou), Katerina Asimakopoulou (Panellinios GC) and Panayota Vlachaki (GAC Ilissos Athens).

Athens Marathon (gen) Athens Marathon (GR) Authentic Course (gen.)

Authentic Course (GR) National Greek Record

Men’s Record /year 2:10:37 / 2014 2:18:38 / 1998-9 2:10:37 / 2014 2:17:56 / 2004 2:12:04 / 1988

Women’s Record/year 2:31:06 / 2010 2:40:36 / 2010 2:26:20 / 2004 2:39:10 / 1997 2:33:40 / 1998 7

THE WINNERS IN 10, 5 & 3K ROAD RACES

Anastasia Marinakou

Marios Anagnostou

Gloria Priviletzio

Georgios Tassis

The best out of tens of thousands participants

In the 10k Road Race, Georgios Tassis (AC Triton) was, for one more year, the gold medallist, finishing the race in 31:50, while Nikos Fragkou (GC Kifisias) came second in 32:44 and Vangelis Mylons (AC Palaiou Falirou) third in 32:48. As for women’s ranking, Gloria Priveletzio (GC Glyfadas) won, as in 2018, the first place in final time 35:59, followed by Vetro Gyulai from Italy in second place (36:55) and Glykeria Skarkou (AC Palaiou Falirou) in third (37:07).

In the 5k Road Race ZERO WASTE FUTURE by Coca-Cola, Marios Anagnostou (GS An. Lamias) finished first in 14:51, while Markos Ckourlias (AC Mykonou) came second in 14:54 and Georgios Tassis (AC Triton) third in 15:20. As for women’s ranking, Anastasia Marinakou (GEA Trikalon) won the first place in final time 17:06. She was followed by Zoe Andrikopoulou (GC Ilioupolis) that came second in 17:12 and Evgenia Papadimatou (AC Poseidon Loutrakiou) that finished third in 17:55.

The ERGO 3k Team Road Race (Run Greece 2019 final) was won, both in men and women, by the team of Crete (Run Greece Herakleion).

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with you Attica.

Authentic Marathon’s Land

THE BIRTH OF THE MARATHON RACE From legend to sport to social movement

The Athens Marathon has its roots in the victory of the Greeks over the Persians, in the historic battle of Marathon of 490B.C. Post battle, a legendary Athenian soldier-messenger ran in his armor from Marathon to Athens to announce the victorious news and then died from exhaustion. His sacrifice inspired the birth of the Marathon sport during the first Modern Olympic Games oin 1896 in Athens. Charilaos Vasilkos was the winner of the first marathon race trials held on the authentic course (1896) and Spyros Louis won the first ever gold medal in the modern Olympic Marathon (1896). In 1921, the International Association of Athletics Federations standardized the 42,195m (26.2 miles) as the official Marathon distance. Since then, the victory of the Greek Stylianos Kyriakides at the Boston Marathon (1946) and the heroic Marathon Peace March of Grigoris Labrakis (1963) paved the path for the birth of the annual Athens Classic Marathon (1983). In 2014, the race was renamed ÂŤAthens Marathon. The AuthenticÂť and is now recognized as one of the most important international marathon events.

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You know Marathon, the race,

get to know Marathon, the place!

ΤHE 2019 - 2026 AMA MEDALS

2500+ History on a collection of eight medals

Based on the Greek roots of Marathon, the Hellenic Athletics Federation decided to depict the history of the sport on the medals of Athens Marathon, designed by KIZI Design Studio. Starting in 2019 and for 8 consecutive years, one side of the finishers’ medal will depict a different historic milestone of the Marathon’s long history. Famous artists have already committed to draw the best moments of the sport. In 2019, the «Battle of Marathon 490BC» has been depicted on the medal Athens Marathon, with the unique style of the famous Greek painter, Alekos Fassianos. In the following years, the legendary «Soldier-Messenger», the «Birth of Marathon 1896» and other turning points of Marathon’s evolution will be designed by different famous artists, such as Kostas Varotsos, Yannis Psichopedis and others. Each individual medal in the 8-piece collector’s series will be engraved with a single letter. Once the set has been completed in 2026, on Marathon’s 130th Anniversary, the letters on the eight individual medals will spell the world “Marathon”.

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ΤHE 2019 ATHENS MARATHON MEDAL The Marathon Battle by Alekos Fassianos

During the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC., eleven thousand soldiers from Athens and Plataies under the leadership of the genius General Miltiades, fought bravely against the gigantic army of over 100,000 Persians. The victory of the Greek army over the Persians prevented the Persian invasion into Europe, allowing in the following years (5th century B.C.) the growth of Democracy and the development of Arts and Culture in Greece, and mainly in Athens, setting the basis of Western Civilization. This great important historical moment is inextricably linked to the legend of the soldier runner, who sacrificed his life carrying the victorious message from the battlefield of Marathon to the people of Athens. The 2019 Athens Marathon medal, the first of the new 8-medal series of the event, is dedicated to this glorious battle and is signed by Alekos Fassianos. He is globally known as one of the greatest contemporary Greek artists, whose work has been acknowledged from New York to Tokyo and exhibited in many major museums and galleries around the world.

Please click here to watch the relevant video

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«ΝΕΝΙΚIΚΑΜΕΝ» REJOICE, WE WON

George Theofanous

The Hymn of Authentic Marathon

After the legendary Battle of Marathon in 490 B.C. a soldier-messenger ran in his armor, from Marathon to Athens, to announce «Nenikikamen» (Rejoice, We Won) to the Athenians and then died from exhaustion. The famous Cypriot composer George Theofanous - inspired by the soldier’ sacrifice - wrote and offered to the Hellenic Athletics Federation and the marathon community the Hymn of the Authentic Marathon. Recorded in the Greek Public Television studios, the Anthem titled «NENIKIKAMEN» was first presented to the public, inside the Panathenaic Stadium on 11 November 2018, during the 36th Athens Marathon event. The team responsible for the recording, production and presentation of the Anthem consists of the baritone Kyros Patsalides, the mezzo-soprano Ines Zikou, the Greek Radio Symphony under maestro Tasos Symeonides, the Choir of Public Power Corporation Group under maestro Kostis Kostandaras, and the leading violinist of Thessaloniki State Orchestra, as orchestrator, Antonis Sousamoglou.

To watch the video of the Hymn (4:48») click here and to watch the «making-of» the Hymn video (22:36») click here

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Our Marathon Run continues…

Metropolitan Hospital at your service 24x7 Metropolitan Hospital, proud sponsor of the Authentic Athens Marathon, continues its own Marathon 24/7, 365 days a year, with its certified Stroke Unit, the only such unit operating in Greece, certified by the European Stroke Organization, and the Cardiology and Intensive Care Unit.

Metropolitan Hospital is always there, standing by you...

Stroke or Heart Attack?

Time is Brain. Time is Life

STROKE UNIT

CARDIOLOGY AND INTENSIVE CARE UNIT

Immediate transport to Metropolitan Hospital means: 20% drop in mortality rate, 20% decrease in disability, 20-50% reduction in complications compared to hospitalized patients in third-degree hospital care.

The Stroke Unit has been awarded with two Platinum and four Golden Prizes by ESO in 2017, 2018 and 2019 for excellence in service.

Since 2015, the Unit has performed the most thrombectomies in Greece.

Metropolitan Hospital is the sole health care facility in Greece equipped with the Rapid System that performs thrombectomies within 24 hours from the onset of symptoms, thus benefiting patients from all over Greece. This System is linked and audited by the Stanford University.

The Cardiology Unit is equipped with modern equipment and staffed with highly experienced doctors, with high rates of excellent treatment outcomes (11,000 patients). It is one of the country’s best units with short hospital stays.

The fully equipped Hemodynamic Lab applies modern techniques and is capable of treating any severe infarction complications (especially cardiac shock), providing also a full range of cardiology incident treatments.

The Intensive Care Cardiology and Infarct Unit treats severe and complex incidents, such as myocardial infarcts, unstable angina, pulmonary edema, myocarditis, pericarditis, valve lesions, arrhythmias and rare heart diseases.

• IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY OF PATIENT TRANSPORT BY AMBULANCE WITH ATTENDING DOCTOR

24 hours a day, 7 days a week 9 Ethnarchou Makariou & El. Venizelou, 185 47 Neo Faliro • Tel. 210 48 09 000 - Appointments: 210 48 09 150 - 160 www.metropolitan-hospital.gr

GRIGORIS LABRAKIS, THE PACIFIST ΑΜΑ devotion to the Peace Movement

“It is so beautiful to live for Peace, it is so great to die for Peace.”

Grigoris Labrakis The sayings, life and death of Grigoris Labrakis illustrate the core values of the Athens Marathon and its devotion to peace. The race is dedicated to his memory. Grigoris Labrakis (1913-1963) was a remarkable track & field athlete and long time holder of the National and Balkan Records in Long Jump (7.37m.).

As a board member of the Hellenic Athletics Federation in 1946, he contributed to its reestablishment after World War II. He was a graduate of the Athens University Medical School, and elected Assistant Professor of Gynecology in 1950. A democrat, patriot and humanist, he was elected member of the Greek Parliament in 1961 and became a leading figurehead of the international peace movement. On April 21, 1963, during his first Peace Marathon March, he was arrested and maltreated. A month later, during a gathering of peace supporters in the city of Thessaloniki, he was seriously injured in an assassination attempt and succumbed to his wounds on May 27, 1963.

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RUNS THROUGH TIME City of Athens Culture, sports And youth orgAnizAtion Information: T. 210 5284800 | www.opanda.gr opanathens

ΤHE AMA TODAY AT A GLANCE A unique race and a memorable 5-day event

The Athens Marathon has the unique privilege of the original marathon course of the first Modern Olympic Games in 1896. It is recognized by IAAF and AIMS as an officially measured 42,195m course. The 5-day event is always held during the 2nd weekend of November and prior, and uses four historical venues (Historic Marathon Start, Tomb of Marathon, Zappeion Megaron, Panathenaic Stadium). It includes more than six races of various distances and other parralel events such as the ERGO Marathon EXPO, the AIMS Best Marathon Runners Awards Gala, the AIMS Marathon Symposium and the lighting of the Marathon Flame. More than 60,000 runners registered for the various races of the 37th Athens Marathon with 27% of them coming from over 130 countries. Since 1983, the Hellenic Athletics Federation directs the event under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organization with Attica Region, the cities of Athens and Marathon and the Hellenic Olympic Committee acting as co-organizers.

For more info visit www.athensauthenticmarathon.gr and the AMA social media: Facebook: Athens Classic Marathon Twitter: @athensmarathon, @athensmarathonE Instagram: athensauthenticmarathon

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Your Goal is to be ready for the great moment.

Our Goal is to be there for you.

TOP AWARDS FOR THE AMA

Μajor impact on sport, society and economy

The Athens Marathon is the largest sport, cultural, social and tourist event in Greece and one of the most important events internationally.

Having grown from 4,300 participants in 2005 to 60,000+ registered runners in 2019, it has become the catalyst that led to an enormous rise of the running movement in Greece (460% growth in 10 years.) Annually, the Athens Marathon stimulates the Greek sport tourism economy with more than €30m. The event enhances support to charity organizations and social projects (more than €500,000 fundraised annually), the awareness for various environmental projects (13,5 tons of waste recycled annually), the growth of the volunteer movement in Greece (3,500+ volunteers annually) and the constant promotion of the Greek legacy of culture and Olympism internationally. Additionally, the event has been awarded with the Gold Award as «Major Tourism Event» in 2018, announced as the «Event of the Year» in 2017 and «Sport Event of the Year» in 2018, during the relevant Tourism and Event Awards ceremonies.

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M U LT I D I M E N S I O N A L LIKE YOURSELF

THE UNIQUE VENUES OF ΑΜΑ Experience history through the event

B e sides using the unique Authentic Marathon route, as the course of the Athens Marathon, the evenrt is also staged in 4 other very unique archeological sites: (1) the Historic Marathon Start of the first ever Marathon race of 1896; (2) the Tomb of Marathon (490BC), as part of the course and the Flame Ceremonies; (3) the Zappeion Megaron, Olympic Village of 1896 OG, as the runners’ support area; and (4) the Panathenaic Stadium, the finish venue of the 1896 Marathon. In addition, the 5-day event also uses: (5) the Taekwondo Indoor Olympic Hall fto host the ERGO Marathon Expo; (6) the Athens Concert Hall where the AIMS Best Marathon Runners Awards Gala is held; (7) the Athens City Hall for the reception of the AIMS Marathon Symposium; and (8) the Athens Hilton for the accomodation of the Athens Marathon and AIMS guests.

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THE HISTORIC START AND THE PANATHENAIC STADIUM From Marathon to Athens

The authentic Marathon course starts from the town of Marathon and finishes inside the Panathenaic Stadium, Athens. This historic start has marked many races during the 120+ years lifespan of the sport. It also hosts the engraved marble stone of the first modern Marathon race of 1896 and the cauldron - initially made for the Athens 2004 Olympics - which holds the Marathon Flame. The Panathenaic «Marble» Stadium lies on the site of an ancient Greek stadium erected in 338 B.C. by the orator Lykourgos. The ancient stadium was first used in 330/329 B.C. to house the «Great Panathenean» athletic games. It was used during the Roman period, but was abandoned during the Christian period, when earlier religions and barbarian spectacles were banned. On the occasion of the first revival of the ancient Olympic Games known as the Zappeian Olympiads of 1870 and 1875, the Stadium was reconstructed, with the generous support of Georgios Averof, to host the first modern Olympic Games of 1896. Today, the Panathenaic Stadium is owned by the Hellenic Olympic Committee and the Athens Marathon is the only official sporting event it hosts.

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ΤHE ΑΜΑ REGISTRATION KIT The top-level services of the event

As part of the registration, runners of the different races are entitled to the following services: • Bib Number with embeded timing chip • Pre-event Race guide and Medical Advice • Free Transport to the Marathon Start Area (from Athens) • Chemical WCs and water stations at the Start Area • Chemical WCs and Feed Zones every 2.5K and at the Finish Area (water, isotonic drinks, juice fruit gel, bananas, bitter chocolate, cereal bars, salty snacks) • First Aid and EMS along all courses • Clothing management • Liability Insurance during the race • Finisher’s Medal (part of the 2019-2026 series of 8 medals) • Οnline Results • Free Live Tracking App • Participation Certificate with finish and split times • Post-Event e-Bulletin • Race Newsletters throughout the year Depending on the registration level, participants also receive the Official Race T-shirt, Free Public Transport and discounts to certain Museums. For an additional cost, participants can also sign up for the Premium Registration and Hospitality Program and other services such as commemorative personal photos and AMA merchandising products.

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A UNIQUE RACE AND UNFORGETTABLE «PHILOXENIA» Τhe Premium Registration and Hospitality Program

T h e Premium Registration & Hospitality Program, a special registration level to the Athens Marathon races, is designed for Greek and international runners and their friends and family members who travel to Athens for the event.

Participants enjoy a unique running experience and special treatment on race day, are invited to all special AMA events and throughout their visit get acquainted with the history, culture and natural beauties of Greece. Run

by Bond Events, a specialist in personalized tourism services, this full hospitality program offers to participants and escorting travel parties a unique event and exclusive travel experience through personalized services. The program package includes race entry fees and access to tailored events that showcase contemporary and ancient Greek culture, art, gastronomy and local products which contribute to making the Athens Marathon a unique event.

For more info, visit www.athensauthenticmarathon.gr and www.bondeventplanning.com

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VISIT THE CITIES OF ATHENS AND MARATHON Two cities of an authentic Greek story

Greece is known as one of the most famous tourist destinations, the birthplace of the Olympic Games, and one of the most important intellectual centers of the ancient MARATHON RUN MUSEUM world. Athens, its capital, is named after the ancient Greek goddess Athena. Ancient Athens was recognized as the cradle of democracy and home to the greatest ancient philosophers, poets and authors who continue to inspire mankind to date.

In the world of sports, Athens is reknown worldwide as the birthplace of the Marathon race, established during the first Modern Olympic Games of 1896. Today, Athens is a modern city that hosts major international events and welcomes millions of visitors from all over the world. The town of Marathon is located on the northeast side of the Attica region. It is internationally known for the historic Battle of Marathon in 490BC and for giving its name to the Marathon event. Points of interest include the ancient battlefield, the tomb of the fallen soldiers, the historic Marathon start, but also the area’s natural beauty with its charming seaside and idyllic lake.

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KEEP THE AUTHENTIC MEMORIES ALIVE Your personal photos & participation certificates

PHOTO PARTNER

Race photos and videos vividly highlight runners’ effort and results. Particularly in Athens, the unique experience of the authentic course and the memory of crossing the finish line in the famous Panathenaic ‘marble’ Stadium may be kept alive for ever via personal photos and videos. In collaboration with Marathon-Photos, one of the most respectable photo agencies internationally, the Hellenic Athletics Federation offers all participants the opportunity to purchase photos and videos glorifying their individual accomplishments. Personal photos and videos are available at www.marathon-photos.com only 48 hours after conclusion of the event. The high-resolution photos are available in various sizes in digital and print format. Participants are also given the option to pre-order their photos and have them posted directly on Facebook. Race participation certificates are free to download at the same website. Certificates may be also combined by runners’ photos at their own cost.

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THE OFFICIAL ATHENS MARATHON App Free Live Tracking of the races

In 2019, the amazing mobile application “Athens Marathon. The Authentic” (one of the most popular in Appstore on race day, with 4.2 rating and over 3m screen views) was again available for free to runners and spectators who wanted to follow, on their mobile device (iOS and Android), race action in real time (live tracking).

The App users could keep track of up to 25 athletes (as well as follow the first 15 runners leading each individual race), and received notifications when these runners crossed the timing zones of the various races.

Also, App users thad the option to share their running progress on social media, upload selfies with the event’s logos, receive latest race news, check the weather forecast and relive the race through Live Tracking Replay. On the days leading up to the event, App users received exclusive notifications with useful information on bib numbers, key activities at the Registration Center, Marathon Expo news, the 5-day AMA event schedule, and special sponsor promotions among others.

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A SUPPORTIVE ACTION FOR MARATHON RUNNERS «AVRA Wave»: We Run Together

Within the framework of the Athens Marathon, 2019 became the launch year of a new supportive action for Marathon runners at the 31st mark of the 42,195m classic route, known among marathoners as the famous “wall”. AVRA Natural Mineral Water, a longtime supporter of the Authentic Marathon, initiated the «AVRA Wave», a unique «encouragement wave» which brought marathon runners closer to their supporters, at the toughest point of their race. There, the «AVRA Wave» welcome supporters and encouraged, along with them, the heroic efforts of the runners, with the passion and emotion that families and friends can offer to their own people. The «AVRA Wave» mini-buses transferred marathon supporters, free of charge, from D. Plakentias metro station to the 31st km. (Stavros Bridge) and back, as well as from the Evangelismos metro station to Panathenaic Stadium.

Thus, hundreds of supporters had the opportunity to cheer for their own athletes at the race’s most demanding points and then, to welcome them during the magical moment of their finish at Kallimarmaro.

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Map of the Marathon Course

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Μπάρες δημητριακών NATURE VALLEY Cereal bars NATURE VALLEY

ΣΤΑΘΜΟΙ ΜΕΤΡΟ / METRO STATIONS

Χημική τουαλέτα (ανά 2,5χλμ) Toiletes (every 2.5km)

Σοκολάτα ΥΓΕΙΑΣ ΠΑΥΛΙΔΗ PAVLIDES YGEIAS chocolate (bitter)

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Χρονομέτρηση Timing

Μπανάνες CHIQUITA CHIQUITA bananas

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Ενεργειακό τζέλ GU GU Gel

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THE 5-DAY SCHEDULE OF ΑΜΑ EVENTS Over 20 special events and races on total

From just a race in 2001, the Athens Marathon has evolved into a 5-day international event that takes place during the 2nd week of November. The program includes many races of various distances, as well as a variety of commercial, cultural and tourist events.

Wednesday-Saturday: AMA registration center opening, ERGO Marathon Expo and event press conference, all hosted in the Taekwondo Indoor Olympic Hall.

Thursday-Friday: Executive Board meeting of the International Association of Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), at the Athens Marathon Hotel Friday evening: AIMS Best Marathon Runners Awards Gala, in the Athens Concert Hall Saturday morning: AIMS Marathon Symposium, at the Athens Marathon Hotel Saturday noon: Athens Marathon Opening Ceremony and Lighting of Marathon Flame, at the Tomb of Marathon Saturday evening: 10K Road Race of AMA, in the Athens city center Sunday morning: Authentic Marathon race and 5+ shorter distance races Sunday evening: Farewell dinner for AMA and AIMS guests, in the Athens City Hall

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THE ERGO MARATHON EXPO

The annual meeting of the running community

Runners pick up their bib number and race kit from the Athens Marathon Registration Center at the «ERGO Marathon Expo», the city’s most impressive sport, tourism and health exhibition. The EXPO, produced by BE BEST, is open for 4 days (Wednesday to Saturday) and is hosted at the Taekwondo Indoor Olympic Hall (10’ south drive from the center of Athens).

It actually initiates the 5-day schedule of AMA and it is the core focus of interest, as thousands of registered runners and friends and fmily members visit the venue to see the new trends of the running market, buy clothes, shoes and accessories, discover various gadgets, get acquainted with fitness, wellness and health related services, taste healthy food products, meet sport tourism agents and other local and international marathon race organizers and attend presentations on sport and social awareness topics. The 2019 ERGO Marathon Expo attracted over 165 exhibitors and 75.000+ visitors and is considered as one of the largest and best Expos internationally.

For more info, visit www.marathonexpo.gr and to watch the post-event video of the Expo click here

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ΤHE «ΟSCARS» OF THE MARATHON WORLD

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The AIMS «Best Marathon Runners» Awards Gala

Since 2013, the International Association of Marathons and the Hellenic Athletics Federation have established the AIMS Best Marathon Runners Awards Gala, which is broadcasted live (click here to watch it) and takes place in Athens, the birthplace of the Marathon, on the Friday before the race. At the presence of leading Greek and foreign sport personalities, state representatives and race directors from across the world, AIMS announces the male and female “Best Marathon Runner» of the year (in 2019, the World Champions Lelisa Desisa from Ethiopia & Ruth Chepngetich from Kenya) and presents the AIMS Lifetime Achievement Award (in 2019, the French sport journalist-author Alain Lunzenfichter), as well as the AIMS Social Award (in 2019, the Harmony Geneva Marathon) and Green Award (in 2019, the Xiamen Marathon) to marathon races that have excelled in the respective areas.

World record holder Eliud Kipchoge from Kenya has been honored four times so far, while the Olympic legends Haile Gebrselassie, Rosa Mota and Ingrid Christiansen have also been awarded in Athens. The Greek National Tourism Organization, the Region of Attica and Athens International Airport cosponsor the Awards Gala.

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ΤHE AIMS MARATHON SYMPOSIUM Τhe annual international forum of Race Directors

Since 2 0 0 7, the International Association of Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) and the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) organize the AIMS Marathon Symposium where race directors and executives, from 75+ races, explore issues about race management and operations. The annual 3-hour seminar takes place in the Athens Marathon hotel, on Saturday morning. Major international speakers and well known marathon race organizers give speeches and presentations and analyze case studies on a specific topic each year. The theme of the 2019 AIMS Marathon Symposium was «Technology and Mass Long Distance Races». Topics discussed in the past 13 years of the Symposium are related to management, marketing, operations, health services, quality control, safety and security, doping control, data protection, charity and environmental protection projects. The Greek National Tourism Organization, the Region of Attica and the Athens International Airport co sponsor this event.

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TΗΕ OPENING CEREMONY OF ΑΜΑ Honoring the Marathon’s birthplace

Just as the Olympic movement has Ancient Olympia as its historic point of reference, the Marathon movement recognizes the Tomb of Marathon as the event’s sacred birthplace.

On that ground, the Hellenic Athletics Federation and the Town of Marathon, supported by the Greek National Tourism Organization and the Attica Region, organize the opening ceremony of the Athens Marathon in the archeological site of the Marathon Tomb on the eve of the Authentic Marathon Race. This year, under the direction of choreographer Artemis Ignatiou, the Art Dance Theater commemorated the 192 Athenians who died in the Battle of Marathon (490BC). The event reminds the world of this historic encounter, the legendary soldier-messenger and how he is connected to the birth of the Marathon event (1896). After the ceremonial chorus act, the lighting of the Marathon Flame takes place, followed by a torch relay to the historic Race Sart, in the town of Marathon. The ritual is broadcasted live by Greek Public Television (watch it here) and attended by representatives of 75+ international marathon races, lead figures of the sport, top marathon runners and other participants.

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ΤHE LIGHTING OF THE MARATHON FLAME

Ruth Chepngetich Stefano Baldini

At the Marathon Tomb

Established in 2007 by the Hellenic Athletics Federation, the International Association of Marathons and Distance Races and the town of Marathon, the Marathon Flame is an international symbol of human will which promotes the ideals and principles of sports and running worldwide. Every year, on the eve of the Authentic Marathon race, after the Opening Ceremony (a chorus act replicating the legendary Battle of Marathon), the lighting of the torch takes place at the sacred site of the Marathon Tomb. The Flame is handed to an important marathon figurehead (e.g. Olympic medalist, famous runner) and aTorch Realy to the Historic Marathon Start follows, where the AIMS ÂŤBest Marathon RunnersÂť of the year light the cauldron of the Marathon Altar. The Flame is kept at the altar until the following morning to welcome the 20.000+ marathon runners at the start. After the race, the Flame is moved to the Marathon Museum in the town of Marathon, where it remains lit throughout the year and is available to travel to other international marathon events as a symbol of unity, fraternity, peace and culture.

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THE MARATHON FLAME TRAVELS AROUND THE WORLD Spreading the «Symbol of Human Will»

The Marathon Flame as the symbol of Human Will, aims to promote the unity, fraternity, friendship and peace amongst the world’s nations and to enhance running and participation in long distance races as a healthy lifestyle. Since 2007, the flame has traveled over 30 times to other Marathon events to cities in four different continents, as well as to Antarctica: Boston and Chicago (USA), Ottawa and Toronto (Canada), Mexico City (Mexico), Quito (Equator), Pietermaritzburg (South Africa), Panjin, Shanghai and Xiamen (China), Mumbai (India), Dusseldorf (Germany), Lindau & Bregenz (Germany-Austria), Vienna (Austria), Belgrade (Serbia), Genova (Italy), Prague (Czech Republic), Omsk (Siberia-Russia), Tromso (Norway), Nicosia, Paphos and Larnaka (Cyprus) and Thessaloniki, Nafplion and Chania (Greece). The of Marathon Flame always take place under the auspices of AIMS, while the Hellenic Athletics Federation/Athens Marathon and the Marathon Town act as the guardians and care takers of the Flame.

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ΤHE «PROTERGIA» SPONSORS’ VILLAGE Across the Panathenaic Stadium

Runners, friends, f a m i l y members and spectators, besides the Marathon EXPO, had the chance to meet the sponsors, partners and NGOs of the event at the PROTERGIA Sponsors’ Village, which operated on Saturday afternoon and Sunday all day, just across the Panathenaic Stadium at the Karaiskaki Square of Zappeion Megaron.

It was a place for entertainment, where one could try new products for running, health and diet, play games and take challenges for all ages, have gifts by the event’s sponsors, meet other runners, buy memorabilia of the event (e.g. AMA merchandising), get refreshments and food, meet and support several charity organizations promoting social responsibility projects or green initiatives. In 2019, the PROTERGIA Sponsors’ Village was visited by more than 70,000 runners and spectators, who thought of it as a great opportunity to rest, wander around and get entertained during a very long race day.

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AMA WEEKEND SUMMARY A combination of various distances

Since 2019, the Athens Marathon has become a weekend-long series of competition events in order to accommodate more runners of all ages and abilities. Finishers in all races below cross the original marathon finish line, inside the Panathenaic “Marble” Stadium.

Saturday evening 1. 10K Road Race. Starts at 17:00 in the center of Athens.

Sunday morning 2. 5K Road Race ZERO WASTE FUTURE. Starts at 08:15 in the center of Athens.

3. Athens Marathon (42.195m). Starts at 09:00 in the town of Marathon and follows the first ever marathon route in history, set during the 1896 Olympic Games.

4. Special Olympics Run 1200m, for athletes with intellectual disabilities (S.Ο. Hellas) 5. Kids Fun Run 1200m, for children (aged 9-12) 6. 3K Team Road Race ERGO, an invitation-only event is the final race of the Run Greece series. The participating seven 20-member teams represent the respective regions of Greece that hosted the Run Greece races during the year.

Additionally, from 09:00-10:00 on Sunday, seven Kids Fun Runs are co-organized with local communities along the original marathon course.

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THE «X-RAY» OF THE AUTHENTIC ROUTE A challenge for brave runners

The Authentic Marathon route is a challenging linear course. It could be divided into four main sections.

The race starts in the town of Marathon. The first 3kms are slightly downhill so self-control is recommended. Then it is mostly flat until you reach the 10K mark in the middle of Nea Makri municipality.

The second part of eight kilometers consists of uphills and downhills, alternatively, and should not be run aggressively.

There is only one long downhill relief after 17K. The third part of 13 kilometers is known for its challenging hills, while the most difficult spots are the hills at kilometers 20, 25, 28 and 31.

The final part, the last 11 kilometers of the authentic course are mostly downhill but can become challenging due to fatigue. The steepest downhills are at kilometers 32 and 37.

Everyone’s favorite long-lasting memory is the one of the last 600m down Herodou Attikou street and the final turn into the crowded, unique in the world, Panathenaic “Marble” Stadium.

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AMA KIDS’ FUN RUNS All along the Marathon course

One of the major missions of the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) is the initiation of youth into sports. SEGAS takes advantage of its prestigious running events to bring elementary school children closer to running. Within the context of the Athens Marathon, Fun Runs for children (9-12 years old) take place on the Sunday of the main event, both in the streets of Athens and on the roads of municipalities along the classic Marathon route. In the center of Athens, the 1200m Fun Run offers children the unique experience of crossing the famous finish line inside the emblematic Panathenaic Stadium and watching the glorious finish of the Athens Marathon winners and other participants. Local Councils schedule the various Fun Runs of 700m to 1200m along the authentic course, 30’ to 45’ before the lead elite runners pass through the municipality, providing a wonderful opportunity for the entire family to combine the pleasure of participating in the event with being among the front-line spectators watching the athletes in full action. In 2019, more than 7,500 school children participated in the 8 races of the event.

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ΤHE AMA VOLUNTEERS’ PROGRAM Be part of the event, without running

S i n c e 2003, the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS), via the Athens Marathon Volunteer Program, brings together socially active individuals whose main purpose is to offer impeccable support to runners, visitors and fans of its world-wideevents, in addition to the joy of personal fulfillment and entertainment. More than 3,500 AMA volunteers share their enthusiasm for social giving, a vision which has evolved over time into providing high quality services during the 5-day event and its parallel activities. Each volunteer, whether individually or through collaboratin gorganizations, brings a unique added valueto the event and raises awareness for important social and environmental initiatives. The Volunteer Program trains, supports and coordinates all volunteers to be the core not only of a great international event, but of all actions related to social cohesion and sustainability. SEGAS is grateful and respectful to all Authentic Marathon volunteers who have contributed to making 2019 yet another historic year to remember.

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THE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY PROGRAM OF ΑΜΑ Solidarity through the charities

Since 2006, t h e Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) donates the proceeds from local Health Running Clubs’ race entry fees to various NGOs and social charities. As of 2009, the Social Responsibility Program of the Athens Marathon collaborates annually with several major local and international NGOs that take advantage of the Authentic Marathon’s popularity to raise money for their purposes and projects. In 2011, SEGAS donated 100,000 euro, of AMA budget, to support UNESCO’s fund for the education of young African girls, while in 2012, actively promoted the campaign «WhyPoverty» run by the Greek PublicTelevision and other international media channels. In 2019, SEGAS, AMA sponsors, NGOs and other entities raised almost half a million euro for charity purposes on the ocassion of the 37th Athens Marathon.

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2019 AMA NGOs

1. ACTION AID 2. ALZHEIMER ATHENS 3. GREEN PEACE 4. MEDICINS SANS FRONTIERS 5. DESMOS 6. AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL 7. GREEK SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF AUTISTIC PEOPLE 8. STEPS FORWARD FOR THE CHILD DISABILITIES 9. ITHACA 10. INSTITUTE TEAM FOR THE WORLD 11. MAKE A WISH 12. ΜDA HELLAS 13. ORAMA ELPIDAS 14. SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES 15. SXEDIA STREET PAPER 16. PNOE - FRIENDS OF CHILDREN IN INTENSIVE CARE 17. CELEBRAL PALSY GREECE / OPEN DOOR 18. SKYTALI - HELLENIC HEART-LUNG TRANSPLANT ASSOCIATION 19. FLOGA - PARENTS ASSOCIATION FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER 20. THE SMILE OF THE CHILD

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ΤHE AMA «GREEN» PROGRAM Towards a Zero Waste Future

The Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) respects the environment, supports the United Nations’ sustainable development goals and follows AIMS “Green Guidelines” under the guidance of the environmental organization INSTITUTE TEAM FOR THE WORLD. In 2019, SEGAS joined forces with the ZERO WASTE FUTURE initiative by Coca-Cola, official sponsor of the 37th Authentic Marathon, and extended its goals towards a zero waste marathon. The initiative radically reduced the event’s environmental footprint: • collection of a total of 13.5 tons of recyclable materials and organic waste (55% increase since 2018) by using 500 waste bins at the designated Zero Waste Spots of AMA, • collection of 9.2 tons of plastic bottles/packaging materials, • introduction, for the first time in Greece, of an event’s medal ceremonies podium produced from 162kgrs of recycled plastic, • collection of slightly used 400 pairs of sport shoes and approx. 700kgrs of sport clothing to be donated to underprivileged individuals, groups and refugees, • repurposing of used materials, such as banners and mesh, by transforming them into “new” useful items with the engagement of skillful refugees.

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«MUSIC ON THE RUN»

Full community support for the runners

T h e “Athens Marathon.

The Authentic” has a rhythm of its own, as talented volunteer musicians and dancers join the event. The designated entertainment zones along the course encourage runners to keep their pace till the finish line. Their ubiquitous presence on race day enhances the festive city-wide celebrations.

In 2019, the “Music On the Run” Program of AMA – mainly supported by the event’s Grand Sponsor, OPAP S.A. - welcomed 38+ bands and DJ’s along the different race courses.

The entertainment zones hosted artists such as Nic DeeJay and the Band, Mica Eio, Groovy Peacocks, Μanos Mavrakis, Nora Tsopanaki and Ioanna Omorfia, as well as percussion bands Quilombo and Lagi, and the philharmonic orchestras of the Municipality of Athens and of other municipalities along the course.

DJ Stathis Alexandrakis (AKA DJ Noiz) was also welcomed on the decks of the “Sponsors’ Village”.

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THE PROMOTION OF ΑΜΑ ABROAD Meet the Authentic Marathon everywhere

The GNTO (Greek National Tourism Organization) and the Hellenic Athletics Federation collaborate closely for the international promotion of the Authentic Marathon. Greece’s leading sport event is featured in 4-5 international marathon expos around the world yearly. Since 2006, the Athens Marathon has been advertised to thousands of runners in major cities across Europe (Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Copenhagen, Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Helsinki, Istanbul, London, Milano, Paris, Pisa, Prague, Rome, Rotterdam, St. Petersburg, Stockholm, Tallinn, Valencia, Vienna and Warsaw), North America (Boston, Chicago and Washington) and Asia (Nagano, Shanghai, and Tokyo). In addition to these cities, the Authentic Marathon has been in many more cities of the above continents, plus Africa, South America and Antarctica, on the occasion of the Marathon Flame trips. Finally, AMA has also a steady presence with its news in various international media, being recognized by the prestigious Forbes and Runners’ World as a «must run» marathon.

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THE ΑΜΑ AS A «GROWTH CATALYST» The «boom» of running movement in Greece

T h e success of Athens Marathon, followed by the establishment of Athens Half Marathon and the running series «Run Greece», has created the framework for a huge growth of the running movement and the further development of a healthy lifestyle in Greece. So, from the ~50 events and ~15,000 registered runners, in 2006, today, the running market in Greece consists of 500+ races and 250,000+ runners. This growth was also boosted by the flourishing of many Running Clubs, as well as the multiplication of running events all around the country. During the huge economic crisis in Greece, the successful organization of top running events by the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) and the positive attitude of the country’s growing running community provided to the people powerful messages of hope and optimism. Today, assisted by the new legislation regarding staging of running events, SEGAS is ready to lead running in Greece to even bigger growth, establishing better and safer standards for the organization of running races.

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THE ATHENS HALF MARATHON Welcoming Spring in Greece

Launched in 2012 with just 3,500 participants, the Athens Marathon welcomes over 21,000 runners in various distances.

Scheduled always on the third weekend of March to coincide with the Spring Equinox, the course runs through the capital’s city center leading participants by temporary and ancient monuments and Athenian tourist attractions. Co-organized by the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS) and the City of Athens, supported by the Region of Attica, and with ERGO insurance company as its Grand Sponsor, the Athens Half Marathon is gaining recognition as one of the most important mass running event in Greece. Along with the 5K, 3K and 1K races addressed to anyone, the Athens Half Marathon is gaining popularity as a flagship event that promotes a healthy lifestyle and enhances the image of Athens/Attica as a unique cultural, sporting and tourist destination.

For more info visit www.athinahalfmarathon.gr and AHM social media: Facebook: Athens Half Marathon Twitter: @athhalfmarathonE Instagram: athenshlafmarathon

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THE ‘RUN GREECE’ SERIES OF EVENTS Touring the country via running

Established in 2013 and coorganized by the Hellenic Athletics Federation and Regional and Local Councils, RUN GREECE is a series of popular races hosted by seven major Greek cities.

The initiative aims to promote a healthy lifestyle across the country by offering participants of all ages and abilities the opportunity to participate in mass running events. Capitalizing on the success of the Athens Marathon, RUN GREECE turns regional cities’ centers into running venues, enhancing international and domestic sport tourism in Greece. The 5K & 10K races along with the Kids’ Fun Run of each event have become increasingly popular and attract over 25.000 runners annually. Throughout the year, races are organized in the cities of Larissa, Heraklion, Ioannina and Kastoria in Spring and Alexandroupolis, Patras and Rhodes in Autumn. The final event of RUN GREECE is a 3K Race, organized in in the framework of the Authentic Marathon where only teams representing the above cities dash to the finish line for a spot on the podium.

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