I’m sure that the runners would have preferred a slightly cooler Sunday morning to run around Barcelona, but for the thousands lining the streets to cheer on the athletes, it was perfect.
With over 15,000 taking part this year, it was impressive to watch them go by some of the iconic sights of the city. We first caught up with the runners as they passed the Sagrada Familia at 16kms then again at the Arc de Triomf at 36kms, needless to say there were a few more smiles and waves at the Gaudi cathedral than later as they headed for the finish!
Some photos for you . . .
Official Result
MENS
1. Matebo Levi Omari (Kenya) 2h.07:31
2. Josep Kimeli (Kenya) 2h.10:05
3. Josepath Yego (Kenya) 2h.10:44
WOMENS
1. Josephine Ambjörnsson (Sweden) 2h:45.31
2. Nuria Prieto (Spain) 2h:56.59
3. Martha Hall (Great Britain) 2h:57.51
If you would like to take part next year registration is open for 2012 and you can access the form direct from here:
Barcelona Marathon 2012 – Registration Form
Congratulations to all who took part, if you see yourself in any of our photos please get in touch at info@kmatourism.com and we will be happy to send you a copy.
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