Giti Sponsors World Famous BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2019
Million-Plus Spectator Event Helps Demonstrates Giti Dedication to Fitness, Endurance and Determination
A proud symbol of the invincible urge for freedom that eventually reunited Germany, Berlin is a city steeped in history. It is also a city where legends are born. From September 26-29th, almost 30 years after the Berlin Wall fell, the German capital hosted the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON. Featuring great sports and top endurance runners from all over the world, the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is part of the ”Abbott World Marathon Majors” which include similar events in Tokyo, Boston, London, Chicago and New York City.
Kenenisa Bekele misses world record by two seconds in sensational comeback win
Bekele, the three-time Olympic long distance champion and world record holder at 5,000 and 10,000 meters, produced a sensational comeback win in the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, missing the world record by just two seconds with 2:01:41. The 37 year old Ethiopan became the second fastest runner of all time, narrowly missing the record set by Eliud Kipchoge in the 2018 event.
A record number of 46,983 runners from 150 countries entered the 46th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON. Over a million spectators and over 62,000 total participants took part in Germany’s biggest marathon. The clear presence of Giti Tire at this event was heralded by banners on the track and at nearby venues, including the MARATHON EXPO, the Hot Spot at kilometer 35 on the Kurfürstendamm, and at the Start-Finish area.
Men’s Winners:
- Kenenisa Bekele (ETH) 2:01:41
- Birhanu Legese (ETH) 2:02:48
- Sisay Lemma (ETH) 2:03:36
Women’s Winners:
- Ashete Bekere (ETH) 2:20:14
- Mare Dibaba (ETH) 2:20:21
- Sally Chepyego (KEN) 2:21:06
Sport tires, high mileage: That’s what Giti Tires stand for. Capitalizing on power and tire technology, Giti’s Audi R8 duo placed one-two in the SP8 class at the 24 Hours Nürburgring in June, while Giti’s all-female “Girls only” motorsport team has also already had several successes this year. Now, as one of the main sponsors of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, alongside international shoe/sportswear manufacturer Adidas, Giti continued its commitment to competitive sports and endurance.
Whether amateur or pro, participants had their names, as well as BMW and Giti logos emblazoned on their chest. The prominent branding throughout this world class event will make a valuable contribution to increased Giti Tire brand awareness, and demonstrate Giti’s passion for endurance and success in aspects beyond driving.