Shkodër hosted over 300 participants on Sunday for the first edition of its marathon. Organizers said the event aims to become an annual tradition and supports the title “Shkodër; European City of Sport”.

Officials reported that local and international visitors attended to watch the competitions. Participants ran in three categories: 2.5 km for ages 10-15, 5 km for ages 16-19, and 10 km for ages 20 and above.

Mayor Benet Beci shared a photo album from the event. He also published the winners’ list for each category. The mayor stated that the number of participants is expected to grow every year. He added that all participants are considered winners.

The marathon was organized by Shkodër Municipality, the athletics association “Vllaznia”, and the Albanian Athletics Federation.

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