Sligo runners invited to run vir tual marathon
DUBLIN Marathon organisers have announced details of the official KBC Virtual Dublin Marathon on the October bank holiday weekend.
There have been numerous Sligo participants who have done the marathon down through the years.
Sligo runners are being invited to take part in the virtual race here, marking when thousands of runners traditionally hit the streets of Dublin.
Despite the cancellation of this year’s marathon, the virtual race will ensure runners still have a goal to target. There are also options for runners to sign up the KBC Virtual Race Series distances; 4 Mile, 10km and Half Marathon.
Race organisers are calling on the runners of Sligo to complete this year’s race in their hometown. Runners can complete the distances safely and responsibly in their local area supported by the Dublin Marathon app which will record their distance and upload their time automatically.
Marathon runner and Sligo woman Zola Flynn said: “I am delighted for runners that they can stay motivated by having a goal to aim towards with the KBC Virtual Dublin Marathon and Race Series.
“It is traditionally a big weekend in the calendar for the running community, so it is great to mark it. I am looking forward to running the KBC virtual 4 Mile.”
Calry AC’s Zola added: “The official KBC Dublin Marathon app will be beneficial for runners, as they can track their virtual progress on the Dublin route, no matter what part of the country or world they are running in.
“It will be a real immersive experience for them.”
Entries close on Friday. You can enter through www.kbcdublinmarathon.ie.