Wet, Cold, but Good Reykjavik Marathon

The Reykjavik Marathon took place with considerable fanfare on Saturday, even as participants contended with wet and cold weather. Organizers deemed the event a success, with Hrefna Hlín Sveinbjörnsdóttir, head of events at the Reykjavik Sports Association, highlighting runner satisfaction.

'It went well, the weather wasn't the best, but it turned out alright. We have various points we can refine for next year,' Sveinbjörnsdóttir told mbl.is. She noted that runners generally appreciated the new course, which offered tailwinds for most of the route, contributing to a positive experience.

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It went well, the weather wasn't the best, but it turned out alright. We have various points we can refine for next year.

Runners also expressed satisfaction with the new finish line located in a large open area on Geirsgata. Among the winners were Iris Dóra Snorradóttir in the women's 10k, American Liam Tilton in the men's half marathon, and Micheal Bidmon in the men's marathon. Elín Edda, a former participant in the World Championships, won the women's half marathon.

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We heard from runners that they were happy with the new course and for most of the way, they had the wind at their backs, so everyone was very pleased with that.