Mattoni Half Marathon Karlovy Vary Information for Media

Dear Journalists and Running Enthusiasts, We’re excited to present the official Press Guide, and Elite Start List for the upcoming Mattoni Half Marathon Karlovy Vary. This year’s race promises an exciting lineup of athletes from across Europe, with standout contenders from the UK, Spain, Belgium, Hungary, and other European countries. As part of the EuroHeroes initiative—developed by RunCzech in collaboration with European Athletics—the event will spotlight […]

Mattoni Karlovy Vary Half Marathon Welcomes EuroHeroes Elite Field

Top runners aim for race records and EuroHeroes glory in the West Bohemian spa city The Mattoni Half Maraton Karlovy Vary is once again shining a spotlight on Europe’s top distance runners as part of the EuroHeroes, which continues with upcoming RunCzech half marathons in České Budějovice, Olomouc, and Ústí nad Labem. Athletes arriving in […]

Saturday Running Festival in Karlovy Vary to Attract 6,500 Participants of All Generations

Only hours remain until the start of the Mattoni Running Festival in Karlovy Vary. The 12th edition of this popular event will take place on Saturday, May 17, featuring a full schedule of races — with the highlight being the evening half marathon. This flagship race will also launch this year’s EuroHeroes initiative, which supports European […]

Soler and Lachgar Lead the EuroHeroes Field at Mattoni Karlovy Vary Half Marathon

A Dentist and a Pastry Chef: The Unlikely Backgrounds of the Mattoni Karlovy Vary Half Marathon Favorites Among the top contenders at this year’s Mattoni Half Marathon Karlovy Vary are two Spanish long-distance stars: Chakib Lachgar in the men’s field and Meritxell Soler among the women. Both runners are not only strong candidates for victory […]

Watch Live from Karlovy Vary: Europe’s Fastest Runners Take the Stage — With Tim Hutchings

The Mattoni Running Festival Karlovy Vary is just around the corner, and excitement is building as this picturesque spa town prepares to welcome thousands of runners and spectators for one of the most anticipated events on the European running calendar. Taking place this Saturday, May 17, the event will launch the 2025 EuroHeroes series—a unique […]

Picking up start numbers – Mattoni Running Festival Karlovy Vary

Two-Time Wimbledon Champion Barbora Strýcová finished her first marathon in Prague

Former Czech Tennis Star Strýcová After Her Marathon Debut: “I Hit a Major Crisis, But It Was Beautiful” She was determined to line up at the start of the ORLEN Prague Marathon. But whether she would be able to finish her very first 42.195 km race was a huge question mark. Barbora Strýcová, a two-time Wimbledon […]

Massive Turnout for ORLEN Prague Marathon’s 30th Anniversary

Broadcast in 106 Countries, Event Reaches Millions Across TV and Social Media The 30th anniversary edition of the ORLEN Prague Marathon ranked as the fifth fastest marathon in Europe this year. Sunday’s race winner, Ethiopian Lemi Berhanu Hayle, increased his pace significantly in the final third of the course and delivered an impressive finish, crossing the […]

Ethiopian Stars Dominate 30th ORLEN Prague Marathon; National Titles Claimed by Havlena and Hrochová

The 30th anniversary edition of the ORLEN Prague Marathon saw Ethiopian athletes dominate both elite categories. Defending his title, last year’s winner Lemi Berhanu Hayle once again triumphed in the race that started and finished at Prague’s Old Town Square. In the women’s race, his compatriot Bertukan Welde Sura claimed the overall victory. Conditions were […]

Ethiopian Runners Crowned Champions of the ORLEN Prague Marathon 2025 – Lemi Berhanu Defends His Title

The 30th anniversary edition of the ORLEN Prague Marathon was dominated by Ethiopian long-distance runners in both elite categories. Last year’s winner, Lemi Berhanu Hayle, successfully defended his title in the race that started and finished at Old Town Square. defend his title, while the women’s race was won by his compatriot, Bertukan Welde Sura. Lemi Berhanu Hayle broke away […]

Picking up start numbers – ORLEN Prague Marathon

Traffic Info – ORLEN Prague Marathon