Marathon on Sunday
The study showed that 80 per cent of marathon competitors suffered kidney injury. PHOTO: REUTERS
On the directives of District government, District Sports Department would organize first grand marathon race on October-11-Sunday with aim to promote healthy sports activities among the residents.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anwarul Haq would inaugurate the marathon at 10am which would start from Sports Gymnasium,Liaquat Bagh and culminate at Double Road Shamsabad after covering 8km distance.
Only registered members, men of all ages would be allowed to take part in marathon race.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, cash prizes and shields would be distributed among the first, second and third position holders of the race.
On the occasion, all the participants will have to follow the SOPs strictly to prevent coronavirus spread.
Published in The Express Tribune, October 11th, 2020.