KUCHING, March 9: The annual Miri Marathon is back this year and scheduled for next Sunday (March 19).
Miri City Council (MCC) mayor Adam Yii said the marathon will feature three categories—42km, 21km and 10km.
He also pointed out that the starting point of the marathon is set at Miri Bulatan Park.
“I am grateful that Miri Marathon Association is taking up the challenge of holding this event annually in Miri City ever since in 2017 until 2019 and thereafter we have to put it on hold due to the global Covid-19 pandemic.
“Now with everything almost coming back to normal, Miri Marathon Association is reviving the marathon race and continuing with the objective of fostering a healthy lifestyle and a passion for running among the communities of Miri, young and old alike,” said Yii in a statement today, adding the event is a great chance of promoting a running lifestyle among Mirians who are conscientious about healthy living.
It is also an opportunity for runners with potential, especially the young, to display their capability and prepare themselves for bigger challenges.
“I believe the organiser will continue with the programme thereby it can become one of the annual events under Miri’s calendar of tourism events.
“Not only will it bring fame to Miri, but Miri Marathon could also gain recognition as a global event in this region and, with the ultimate aim of transforming Miri City into a vibrant, liveable, green and smart resort city,” Yii added. — DayakDaily
