(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 7. There is a festive
atmosphere and good mood in the fan zone of the Baku Marathon 2023,
lecturer of the Azerbaijan State Medical University Khatira Shikhly
told trend .
"We represent the team of our University and hope for a
successful finish. The initiative of holding the Baku Marathon is
wonderful, we support all events that concern the health of the
nation. The more often such events are held the better, they
stimulate people to exercise,” she said.
“The atmosphere in the fan zone is magnificent, there are a lot
of people, everyone is friendly and smiling. Interesting
competitions are held, in which everyone is happy to participate,"
Shikhly noted.
The sixth "Baku Marathon 2023" has started at the initiative of
the Heydar Aliyev Foundation.
As many as 19,500 participants have been registered.
The Baku Marathon, held since 2016, is aimed at supporting the
development of sports and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
The half marathon, which is held under the motto "Defeat the
wind", covers a distance of 21 kilometers.
The starting and finishing points will be on the National Flag
Square.
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