Running a marathon is already a grueling test, but doing it over 1,100 meters underground, in darkness and absolute silence, pushes human physical and mental limits.
Peres Jepchirchir's stunning final sprint secured victory over Tigist Assefa in the women's marathon at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. This win adds a world championship title to her Olympic gold and world record.
The men's and women's marathons, scheduled for September 15 and 14 respectively, are set to be highlights of the 2025 World Athletics Championships. The course winds through Tokyo's famous landmarks, presenting athletes with a combination of technical, weather-related, and tactical challenges.
Artist Truong Giang emphasizes that early exercise helps children develop perseverance, and shares his experience preparing his child for events like Kun Marathon.
