In photo, last year's marathon winner Rik Ceulemans of Limburg, Belgium runs 2:31:43.

The organizers of Reggae Marathon have now added a 10K race to the Marathon and Half Marathon competition which will be introduced at the 8th staging of the world famous long distance event scheduled for Negril on December 6, 2008.

According to Race Director, Alfred " Frano" Francis, this new race has been added in an effort to "open the field of participants to a wider cross section of persons who wish to participate but may not yet be ready to take part in either the marathon or half marathon."

Mr. Francis said, "Our objective is to develop long distance runners and adding this new event is yet another move to attract those who have an interest and are looking for an opportunity to compete and to develop their skills in this area."

Persons wishing to register for the 10K should note that the start time for all races is the same as all will begin simultaneously at 5:15 a.m. and will follow the same course. Runners and walkers who are participating in the 10K, however, should note that their "turn around" point is at the six mile mark after they have passed the Long Bay Beach Park.

Like the marathon and half marathon, all participants in the 10K will receive a medal, while winners and top finishers will be eligible for trophies and other prizes. Participants will also receive free entry to all Marathon events such as the world renowned Pasta Party as well as the Victory Party. Chip timing for results will also apply to all entrants.

In photo below, Jeanette Seckinger of Portland, OR is the 2007 women's marathon winner in 3:00:57.

Reggae Marathon

2007 Race Report