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10th AUTHENTIC PHEIDIPPIDES RUN<\/strong>
ATHENS \u2013 SPARTA \u2013 ATHENS 490 km<\/strong>
19\u201323 November 2026<\/h1>\n

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RULES & REGULATIONS<\/h2>\n

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ARTICLE 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 10th Authentic Pheidippides Run from Athens to Sparta and back, is organized by the Non profit Athletic Cultural Club \"Authentic Pheidippides Run\" Dedicated to the inspirer and creator of the route, Takis Skoulis: \u201c In the Footsteps of Takis S<\/strong><\/p>\n

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ARTICLE 1a<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Authentic Pheidippides Run is not merely a 490 kilometer race. It is a profound offering of the soul in honor of history. This year\u2019s anniversary edition pays tribute to the inspirer and creator of the route, Takis Skoulis.It is an event founded not only on physical endurance, but also on the ethos of its participants. Beyond the formal application of the rules, the Organizing Committee looks to the sincere and responsible cooperation of both athletes and their support crews cooperation that is essential for the success and, above all, the safety of this remarkable endeavor. Therefore, participation in the race presupposes the acceptance of this spirit, respect for the regulations, and full harmony among support teams, volunteers, and the members of the organization.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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ARTICLE 2<\/strong><\/p>\n

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With the aim of honoring a monumental chapter in the history of the Western world as we know it today\u2014the Battle of Marathon\u2014as well as the transcendent feat of the hemerodromos Pheidippides , <\/strong>we offer the opportunity to those who successfully complete the International Authentic Phidippides Run to follow in the footsteps of Miltiades and his warriors (total distance: 524.9 km), finishing in Marathon, where history was brought into action.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A prerequisite for an athlete\u2019s participation in the commemorative 10th edition \u201cIn the Footsteps of the Athenian Army\u201d (Athens\u2013Marathon, 524.9 km) is a valid finish in previous years.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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ARTICLE 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Greek and foreign ultradistance runners are entitled to participate in this race, provided that they meet the required medical conditions. Participation by athletes under the age of 18 is strictly prohibited.<\/span>

Runners must complete and submit the participation application via the following website:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

https:\/\/authenticPheidippidesrun.com\/registrations<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

no later than 30\/09\/2026. <\/span>The participation fee must also be paid by the same deadline, 30\/09\/2026.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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NECESSARY ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE PRECONDITIONS<\/p>\n

For the importance and the historically athletic event, nobody excluded from the dream.<\/p>\n

THERE ARE NO NECESSARY PERFORMANCE PRECONDITIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n

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To receive the BIB number, athletes need to submit original recent medical certificate of good health, with a date not older than 6 months before the start of the run.<\/strong> The medical certificate of good health must be sent by email to the address pheidippidesauthenticrun@gmail.com<\/a>\u00a0 or uploaded to the website https:\/\/authenticpheidippidesrun.com\/registrations<\/a> , no later than October 15, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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ARTICLE 4<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is emphasized that the race is on a public road, with simultaneous passage of vehicles. Runners accept full responsibility for their participation and release the organizers and everyone involved in the race (referees, volunteers, sponsors) from any liability for whatever might happen to them during or after the race. Athletes should be aware that the race is painful and certify that their health condition allows them to participate and that they have been properly prepared. They must also know that the medical care may not be provided during the entire event and in all parts of the route.<\/p>\n

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ARTICLE 5<\/strong><\/p>\n

The BIB number of the participant must be clearly visible throughout the race. Athletes are obliged to show their BIB number whenever it is needed by the Organizing Committee or the volunteers.<\/p>\n

From sunset to sunrise, all athletes must wear brightly colored clothes or reflective stripes and have a functional headlight on and a red indicator light on the back (with spare batteries). In addition, athletes should bring with them a raincoat or windbreaker with a vibrant color.<\/strong>
For safety reasons, it is recommended that runners move on the left side of the road (as opposed to the direction of vehicles), except at points where the Organizing Committee deems a change is required. It is also forbidden for two athletes to run next to each other on high-speed roads.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For safety reasons, the Organizing Committee will provide all athletes with a GPS tracking device. All athletes need to carry their GPS device on them during the race. The GPS devices will be distributed during the technical briefing and must be returned at the end of the race or when an athlete quits. If an athlete does not return the GPS device, they will be charged a loss fee of 150 euros.<\/strong><\/p>\n

By any violation of these rules, the Organizing Committee has the right to suspend any athlete from continuing the race.<\/strong><\/p>\n

THE ORGANISATION COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REQUEST DATA FROM THE GPS APPLICATION AND WATCH OF EVERY PARTICIPANT <\/strong><\/p>\n

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ARTICLE 6<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cut-off points are located at the Main Stations as follows:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Athens \u2013 Sparta<\/strong><\/p>\n