George Allaimonos, a retired officer from the Greek Police, completed the Athens Marathon in an impressive 5 hours and 27 minutes. At age 65, he ranked 13th in his category, showcasing his remarkable endurance. Unlike typical marathon runners, Allaimonos maintained…
The Centaur Volos athletic club made a remarkable appearance at the Authentic Marathon of Athens, held on November 9-10, with hundreds of runners competing across various distances. Notably, George Paris, a visually impaired runner, successfully completed his fifth marathon with…
Ahead of the Athens Authentic Marathon, inspirational athletes Χρήστος Μελέτης and Βασίλης Γερογιάννης share their journey of participation. Μελέτης, who races in a wheelchair, and Γερογιάννης, who completed the marathon with his daughter, highlight the obstacles they face not only…
Kostas Hadzis traveled from the Netherlands to participate in the Athens Marathon but fell victim to a suitcase theft, losing his cherished traditional Greek outfit, including a foustanela and tsarouhia. Recognized as a symbol of peace in marathons across Europe,…
The Greek Red Cross played a crucial role in the recent 41st Authentic Athens Marathon, providing comprehensive medical care along the historic route. With a team of specialized nurses, 170 volunteer rescuers, and health volunteers, they addressed numerous emergencies including…
On Saturday afternoon, ERT employees participated in a 5-kilometer race, part of the prestigious 41st Authentic Marathon of Athens. ERT is providing live coverage of the event, showcasing the iconic route from Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium. The broadcast began…
As Athens gears up for the 41st Authentic Marathon, Regional Governor Nikos Hardalias emphasized the event’s significance, describing it as a celebration of democracy, culture, and athletic spirit. Speaking from Marathon, he expressed pride in co-hosting this global event and…
The 41st Authentic Athens Marathon transcended mere competition, becoming a powerful community event filled with emotion and human connection. Runners united in their individual journeys from Marathon to the historic Kallimarmaro, cheered on by enthusiastic spectators. Notable moments included supportive…
This year marks 128 years since the first modern Olympic marathon, highlighting significant events like the 41st ‘Athens Marathon, the Authentic’. Inspired by the ancient soldier who announced victory at Marathon, this race is dedicated to Gregoris Lambrakis, a peace…
Stamatia Nula, representing Iraklis Thessaloniki, clinched first place among women in the 41st Authentic Athens Marathon, finishing with a personal best time of 2:40:19. After securing second place last year, Nula surged ahead around the 28-kilometer mark, overtaking Gloria Privilegio…
Catch the excitement of the 41st Authentic Marathon in Athens, airing live today at 8:30 AM. The event will be broadcast on ERT3 and available for streaming on ERTFLIX. Join in the celebration of one of Greece’s most prestigious sporting…
Significant traffic restrictions are now in place in Athens due to the 41st Authentic Marathon, featuring a vast route from Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium. Road closures began early Sunday and will last throughout the day, affecting numerous streets in…
