The Masters Athletic Federation of India (MAFI) will set up the inaugural version of the Asian Masters Marathon within the nation subsequent yr.
According to a launch, athletes above 35 years of age from over 40 Asian nations are anticipated to take part within the full marathon (42.195 km), half marathon (21.097 km) and 10 km run.
MAFI stated that the race, which might be held within the final quarter of 2022, might be carried out in line with the very best technical requirements.
S Sivapragasam, Secretary, Asian Masters Athletics (AMA), stated: “The AMA Council in its assembly held in October 2021 was unanimous for his or her help for the proposal submitted by the Masters Athletic Federation of India and subsequently formally accepted the Asian Masters Marathon to MAFI. given and allotted.
“AMA looks forward to the Asian Masters Marathon to be held in India, and will provide full support and technical assistance to the Masters Athletics Federation of India.”
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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
