Thousands of runners have hit the streets in the country’s
first-ever night relay race, the ASICS Relay Philippines 2018 at SM By The Bay,
Mall of Asia in Pasay City. Hundreds of teams vied for the grand prize, but Team
Kenya, Ganda R, and Team LTIMESTUDIO 1 emerged victorious in their respective Full
Marathon categories – Male, Female, and Mixed.
As part of the grand prize, the three champion teams in the Full
Marathon category will receive an all-inclusive flight and accommodation trip
to run in the next ASICS Relay race in the country of their choice. In addition
to the complimentary race slots, the winning teams received cash and product prizes
worth over Php 790,000.
ASICS Relay Philippines presents a fresh take on marathon racing as
runners are required to race in teams of 4 to complete a half or full marathon
distance. Each member of the team in the 21km and 42km category ran a quarter
of the total distance to complete the race.
“We really enjoyed the race. We were nervous at first of what is going to come when the race started, but we’re very happy with our experience because it was well organized and it had a good route.” ~Luisa Raterta - members of the Full Marathon Female category winner team, Ganda R. ~
“It was our first time to run in a relay race, so our strategy was to arrange our turns based on our running strengths, and we think our tactic paid off really well. We’re very happy with the teamwork that we’ve built with one another,”~ Joida Gagnao - members =of Team LTIMESTUDIO 1.
“It was a good thing for us to establish that kind of camaraderie as it helped us win the race.” ~Kevin Capampangan, member of Full Marathon Mixed category winner Team LTIMESTUDIO 1. ~
The ASICS Relay not only promises a competitive, team-bonding race,
it also offers unique experiences for runners to enjoy. At the scenic seaside race
village nestled in SM By The Bay, participants were treated to music
entertainment by local musicians and dancers held on a 360 degree LED stage,
fireworks, interactive games, and unique photo booths.
After the Philippines leg, the ASICS Relay 2018 will continue the
action on August 4th in Indonesia.
Winners list
Full marathon:
Male category – Team Kenya 02:21:55
Female category – Ganda R 02:56:56
Mixed category – Team LTIMESTUDIO 02:37:43
Half marathon:
Male category – BRW Team 01:19:17
Female category – Laguna Gazelles 01:37:51
Mixed category – Army Team 01:15:44
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