Goa River Marathon announces practice run on November 22nd

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National and International Registrations for the 6th edition of Goa River Marathon touch 2000!! Countdown to December 13th is on With the Goa River Marathon (GRM) now being an IAAF approved route for their international events, this year Goa will truly be hosting a world class event in long distance running. Other than the usual 5km charity fun walk run, 10km and half marathon, this year will also have the full marathon of 42.2 kms.Announcing the first GRM practice run on Sunday, November 22nd starting 6.00am, the route starts from SAG Grounds, Chicalim. Says Rakesh Unny, Secretary, Vasco Sports Club, “We are pleasantly surprised with the national participant registration numbers, especially when so many running events are happening around the same day at Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai. This is testimony to us that GRM has only grown in its reputation and stature over the years and among the marathon community in India.”

Organisers also disclose that a special discount for Goan participants will be offered on November 22 in an effort to encourage more local participation. So, tie your laces and see you at practise on 22nd November.


For inquiries,Vasco club house 083-225-11333 /or Gagan 901-174-3543 / Dinesh 098 22 123021