Pakistani Athletes at Dubai: The Dubai Marathon Race was held on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at the Dubai Expo City Racing Track. It was a noteworthy event due to the participation of Pakistani athletes.
Runners from Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi proudly represented Pakistan, along with Pakistani residents of the emirate. The Islamabad Running Club and Wednesday Night Pacers also sent their best runners to participate in the event. The marathon featured 16,975 athletes from around the world, and the Pakistani contingent was amongst the best of them.
Amin Muqatay was able to complete the full 42 KM marathon in an impressive time of 2 hours and 50 minutes. Bilal Ihsan from Islamabad completed the race in 3 hours and 22 minutes. Other Pakistani athletes such as Fahad Qureshi, Rehman Azhar, Yawar Abbas, Furqan, and Shahid Shah also performed well.
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The participation of Pakistani athletes in international sporting events like this is fantastic news for sports enthusiasts in Pakistan. It reflects the growing interest in sports in the country and the potential for a bright future of marathon running in Pakistan.
Last year on January 30, 2022, a marathon was also held in Islamabad where the President of Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi also participated. See below some glimpses of that(Pakistani Athletes at Dubai).
Marathons have several positive effects on people’s health and society. Running marathons helps to increase endurance, reduce the risk of heart disease, and lower blood pressure. It also helps to build stronger communities and promote social cohesion. Furthermore, participation in marathons can also have a positive psychological impact on individuals, enhancing self-esteem and confidence.
In conclusion, the participation of Pakistani athletes in the Dubai Marathon Race is a positive development for Pakistan’s sports industry. It indicates a growing interest in sports and a potential for more international participation in the future. The benefits of marathons on individuals’ health, society, and psychological well-being make it an exciting prospect for the country’s future.
Credits: Featured image is taken from WednesdayNightPacers’s Instagram account.
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Umar is an engineer by profession and a passionate writer by passion. He has a deep interest in sharing good news related to Pakistan and has been working hard to promote the positive image of his homeland. Umar has written numerous articles on various topics related to Pakistan, such as technology, sports, culture, and economy.
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