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Buenos Aires Half Marathon Shatters Records with World-Best Time and Massive Turnout
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Buenos Aires Half Marathon Shatters Records with World-Best Time and Massive Turnout

From Clarín · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Buenos Aires Half Marathon set a new world record with 31,193 participants and Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha Atomsa winning in 56 minutes and 50 seconds.
  • The race transformed Buenos Aires streets into a running track, with participants from all 24 Argentine provinces and 55 countries.
  • Thousands of spectators lined the course, cheering on runners and contributing to a festive atmosphere despite early morning cold.

The streets of Buenos Aires buzzed with energy early Sunday for the city's Half Marathon, an event that shattered records and celebrated the spirit of running. A staggering 31,193 participants lined up at dawn, making it the largest edition of the race to date. The crisp 5-degree Celsius morning air did little to dampen the enthusiasm of runners from across Argentina's 24 provinces and a significant international contingent from 55 countries.

The race's elite field saw a historic moment as Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha Atomsa blazed through the 21-kilometer course in a world-record time of 56 minutes and 50 seconds. His performance marked the pinnacle of a day that was as much a festival for the city as it was a competitive event.

We congratulate you for daring!

— Unidentified staff memberStaff members encouraged participants before the race began.

Beyond the elite runners, the half marathon transformed iconic Buenos Aires landmarks into a vibrant running circuit. From Palermo to the city center, the route passed by the Obelisco, Avenida 9 de Julio, Casa Rosada, and the Teatro Colón, offering a scenic backdrop for the thousands of runners. Spectators lined the entire course, particularly at key points, creating a powerful atmosphere of support and celebration. The event highlighted the passion for running, with participants ranging from seasoned athletes aiming for personal bests to newcomers experiencing the thrill of completing their first half marathon.

It is indeed a perfect day.

— Daniel ArcucciA commentator on stage echoed the sentiment of the song 'Un día perfecto' playing at the start line.
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Originally published by Clarín in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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