The big winner in the women’s race was Anastasia Marinakou, while in the men’s event, Romanian runner Luca Dragos Pop dominated with an outstanding performance.

Records and Impressive Performances in the Men’s Race

Luca Dragos Pop stole the show, finishing first with a time of 1:04:49, leaving Dario Ivanovski from North Macedonia in second place (1:05:19). Nikos Stamoulis, who finished third overall and was the first Greek to cross the finish line, won the Greek National Championship with a time of 1:05:34. Panagiotis Karaiskos (1:06:14) and Giorgos Stamoulis (1:06:21) followed in fourth and fifth place, respectively.

Marinakou Dominates the Women’s Race

In the women’s race, Anastasia Marinakou showcased her supremacy, winning with a time of 1:14:16 and claiming the Greek National Champion title. Marinela Nineva from Bulgaria secured second place overall with 1:14:45, while Eirini Tsoupaki took third place overall and second in the national championship with 1:17:23.

Top Three Finishers in Each Category

Balkan Championship – Men

1. Dragos Pop (Romania) – 1:04:49
2. Ivanovski (North Macedonia) – 1:05:19
3. Stamoulis Nikos (Greece) – 1:05:34

Greek National Championship – Men

1. Stamoulis Nikos (GAS Agriniou) – 1:05:34
2. Karaiskos (NGS Iraklis) – 1:06:14
3. Stamoulis Giorgos (AO Paleo Faliro) – 1:06:21

Balkan Championship – Women

1. Anastasia Marinakou (Greece) – 1:14:16
2. Nineva (Bulgaria) – 1:14:45
3. Noula (Greece) – 1:17:32

Greek National Championship – Women

1. Marinakou (PAO) – 1:14:16
2. Tsoupaki (GS Amarousiou) – 1:17:23
3. Noula (NGS Iraklis) – 1:17:32

The 13th Athens Half Marathon: A True Celebration of Running

The event was not just about competition but also a grand celebration of running, with hundreds of professional and amateur athletes filling the streets of Athens. The passion, enthusiasm, and strong performances made this year’s race unforgettable, promising an even more exciting half marathon next year.