KARACHI: The Karachi Marathon 2025, a certified annual marathon event in Pakistan, successfully concluded with an impressive turnout of over 4,000 participants from diverse global backgrounds.
This year’s event witnessed a notable surge in international participation, with athletes hailing from countries such as Poland, Germany, Japan, and many others. The marathon’s certification by the World Rankings Competition ensured a world-class experience for all participants.
Shoaib Nizami, CEO of Sports in Pakistan, said “We are delighted with the overwhelming success of the Karachi Marathon 2025”. He said that the event has emerged as a testament to Karachi’s unwavering resilience and warm hospitality. He also extends sincerest gratitude to participants, sponsors, and partners for their invaluable support.
The Karachi Marathon 2025 featured an array of categories, including the full marathon and half marathon. Winners of full marathon included Israr Muhammad with the first position and Muhammad Riaz with the second position. Among female, Enub Khan, Uzma Abid, and Qandeel Sultan secured first, second, and third position, respectively. Winners won Rs500,000, Rs250,000, and Rs125,000 respectively.
In the half marathon category, Muhammad Akhtar won the race and Qasim Bajwa was runner-up. Among female, Mumtaz Naimat won the race and Dua Nazaka secured the second position. They were awarded Rs50,000 and Rs40,000 prize money, respectively.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
The article, originally published January 6, 2025, was updated on January 9, 2025 to rectify an error in the winners’ names.
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