Athletes competed along routes passing through Gevale Castle and Altınapa Dam in the first marathon organised by Konya Metropolitan Municipality.
Five Different Race Categories
The Sille-based event featured five race categories covering distances of 74 kilometres, 55 kilometres, 30 kilometres, 16 kilometres and 5 kilometres. Designed to welcome athletes of different ability levels, the races attracted considerable interest.
The 74-kilometre race began at 6.00 a.m., followed by the 55-kilometre race at 6.15 a.m., the 30-kilometre race at 6.30 a.m., the 16-kilometre race at 7.00 a.m. and the 5-kilometre race at 9.00 a.m.
The Konya Ultra Trail routes passed through Gevale Castle, Ak Manastır, Altınapa Dam and the natural landscapes surrounding Sille. The courses offered participants both demanding stages that tested their physical endurance and an opportunity to discover Konya’s distinctive geography.
Athletes from across Türkiye and several other countries also had the chance to experience Sille’s historic character and the region’s natural richness throughout the race.
By supporting the development of outdoor sports, Konya Ultra also contributed significantly to promoting the city’s historic, cultural and natural heritage on national and international platforms.
Athletes Praise Konya’s Organisational Skills and Support for Sport
After the race, participating athletes said they greatly enjoyed the sporting events held in Konya and followed them with interest.
They praised the city’s organisational ability and the value it places on athletes, adding that running among Konya’s natural and historic attractions had been a highly enjoyable experience. They also thanked Konya Metropolitan Municipality for organising the event.
An award ceremony was held at the finish area in Sille for the athletes who achieved the highest rankings. Awards were presented by local sports officials and sports administrators from Konya Metropolitan Municipality.
