A Mother at «Spartathlon 2011»

Source: Novasports

The working mother and runner Sophia Kasimi will participate in the “Spartathlon” race with the Parents’ Society of Children with Neoplastic Disease, “Floga” (Flame). On the subject of her participation, Mrs.Kasimi stated :

“My participation in the Spartathlon is a personal effort to test the extent of my abilities. At the same time, I draw attention to the children and families of “Floga”. Through my work, at the swimming pool, I have come in contact with children suffering from cancer. This has brought me close to them and I decided to help them in any way I can.”

The 29th international ultra-distance race “Spartathlon 2011” will take place over the next two days on the route Athens-Sparti, with the participation of 350 athletes from 39 countries. The route is a distance of 246 km (~152miles), which must be covered by the participants within a 36 hour time limit.

The race is organized by the International Association Spartathlon, which was founded in 1984. The start of the race will be on Friday at 7 in the morning, while the end is expected to be on Saturday at 7 in the evening in Sparti.