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Baghdad witnesses first international marathon in 13 years

 Baghdad witnesses first international marathon in 13 years

Archival photo

Archival photo
Archival photo

(IraqiNews.com) Baghdad – Iraqi Athletics Federation announced on Tuesday, that its finished the preparations of Baghdad International Marathon, while pointed out that this marathon is the first of its kind since 2003 and will witness the participation of more than 2000 athletes from different countries.

The Federation’s Spokesman Maitham al-Hassani said, “The Federation finished all the preparations to launch Baghdad International Marathon on the 29th of January,” pointing out that, “The marathon is the first of its kind in Baghdad since 2003.”

Hassani added, “More than eight countries will take part in the marathon, as well as more than 2000 athlete,” indicating that, “The marathon will start from Baghdad Airport road to the following distances: 12 kilometers, 10 kilometers, 8 kilometers, 6 kilometers, 4 kilometers and two kilometers.”

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