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Tel Aviv Marathon joins elite world list BY SIMCHA ABIR
The Samsung Tel Aviv Marathon is the first in Israel to be licensed by the World Athletics Association. Over 40 different countries have signed up for the history making event ratified by the International Federation on Friday, February 25th. Registration for all runners is in progress and available for various tracks until February 19th. The event is expected to attract thousands of runners who will be taking part in five urban marathons. They include the full marathon, half marathon, 10km race and 5km race. A mini marathon takes place on February 23rd at Ganei Yehoshua park. It will include an end track for children with disabilities and their families (500m and 1km). The Israel Athletics Association will ensure all distances are certified and medical specifications include monitoring prohibited stimulants. Distribution of runners’ kits takes place at the Ofer Mall in Ramat Aviv and Azrieli Mall in Tel Aviv. The event will respect regulations by the Ministry of Health and follow Green Pass measures. Last year’s digital marathon, supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Kapaim, was won by Jervis Johns Salvador from the Philippines. Jervis returns and will be joined
by elite athletes. Ron Huldai, Mayor of Tel Aviv-Yafo, said, “Everyone is welcome and invited to register for any of the tracks and take part in such a unique urban running experience.” The starting point of the marathon is Rokach Boulevard. Along the route, runners will pass through scenic routes of Tel Aviv including Rothschild Boulevard, Tel Aviv port, Ganei Yehoshua Park, Dizengoff Street, Rabin Square, Hayarkon Street, Ibn Gabirol Street, Old Jaffa and Jaffa Port. This marathon is one of the only ones that includes racing along 10 kilometers of beaches. Along tracks, runners will enjoy music stages and have water stations. The marathon will end at the Ganei Yehoshua parking lot where a special finale includes music, a VIP area, massages and physiotherapy complexes. A sales area of sports and activewear includes ON shoes, the official running shoe of the event. As part of this year’s marathon toMix in collaboration with the “Fattal” hotel chain, is offering a “Run and get pampered” promotion combining a marathon ticket with accommodation at a special rate. Kapaim will produce the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality 2022 event. The marathon is accompanied by 5,000 production, security, medical personnel and stewards. Details: https://www.tlvmarathon.co.il/ MenuDefault_en.aspx?id=7820
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BRIGHTON & HOVE AJEX HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY Dear Editor I had the pleasure and the privilege of attending the Brighton & Hove AJEX annual Holocaust Memorial Service held at the Jewish cemetery at Meadow View on Sunday. I was one of more than 60 attendees including religious and lay leaders, and a variety of members representing the local Jewish Community. The AJEX standard was proudly on display. This demonstrates that AJEX remains strong, vibrant and active in Jewish provincial communities and acts as an important local bonding force. AJEX continues to be a significant institution within UK Jewry, and the organisation and its ethos are worthy of the Community’s continued support. The commitment of the Brighton & Hove Jewish Community to AJEX is to be commended. Yours sincerely Jonathan Metliss Chairman, Action Against Discrimination
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