The Q Cairo Marathon, the largest running event held within Cairo, concluded successfully with the participation of more than 5,000 runners of different ages and of both sexes, Invest-Gate reports.

The event was sponsored by Q Developments as the Title Partner, in a festive sporting atmosphere that reflected the spirit of challenge and positive competition, and highlighted the growing role of sports in promoting healthy lifestyles and community engagement.

Preparatory Activities and Diverse Race Routes

The marathon was preceded by a series of preparatory activities, including the Q Cairo Marathon Hub, a three-day pre-event exhibition held in February, aimed at preparing participants and familiarizing them with the different race routes, alongside various interactive and sponsor-related activities.

The main race took place around the iconic Merryland Park in Heliopolis, in what is considered the largest event of its kind in Cairo.

The marathon featured several races catering to different fitness levels and age groups, including the 21 km race, 10 km race, 5 km race, and a family race, allowing wide participation from professionals, amateurs, and families in a distinctive sporting atmosphere.

Winners and Prizes

The event concluded with the crowning of winners and the distribution of commemorative medals and cash prizes by Mr Bassam Sherif Helew, Chairman of Q Developments.
21 km race:
1st place: Gold medal, EGP 10,000, running shoes, G-SHOCK watch
2nd place: Silver medal, EGP 7,000, running shoes, G-SHOCK watch
3rd place: Bronze medal, EGP 5,000, running shoes, G-SHOCK watch
10 km race:
1st place: Gold medal, EGP 6,000, running shoes
2nd place: Silver medal, EGP 4,000, running shoes
3rd place: Bronze medal, EGP 2,000, running shoes
Prizes were awarded in both men’s and women’s categories.

Supporting Community Sports and Healthy Lifestyles

Q Developments expressed its appreciation for the important role played by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in supporting and sponsoring such major sporting events, as well as its effective organizational role in delivering the marathon in a distinguished and civilized manner.

The company’s sponsorship of the Q Cairo Marathon is part of its commitment to supporting sports and health-related activities as an essential component of its social responsibility, emphasizing the importance of sports in improving quality of life. This vision is clearly reflected in the company’s real estate projects, designed with open spaces and integrated facilities that encourage sports and a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

The company also commended the significant organizational efforts of Cairo Runners, the event’s organizing body, for delivering a high level of professionalism in planning and execution, contributing to the success of the event and its presentation befitting its scale as the largest marathon held in Cairo.

Organizing this major sporting event aligns with Q Developments’ vision to support large-scale sports initiatives and contribute to the creation of sustainable community events that enhance quality of life and reinforce Cairo’s position on the regional sports events map.