World’s first LGBT Ultra Marathon to be part of EuroGames Stockholm 2015
By Josh Haggis
The world’s first LGBT Ultra Marathon is being held at this year’s EuroGames in Stockholm.
Taking place on August 8 over a distance of 31 miles (50 kilometres), the super-intense event will be open to anyone, regardless of their sexuality, gender or nationality.
“We are extremely happy that the world’s first ever LGBTQ Ultra Marathon will take place in beautiful Stockholm, home of world famous Stockholm Marathon,” said Jakob Jansson, President EuroGames Stockholm 2015.
“This will be a run for human rights, gender and sexual equality where anyone regardless of gender, sexuality and nationality will be able to run in run “the extra mile” in our male, female or gender neutral class. It’s also wonderful that we have a gender-neutral division alongside with the National Swedish Championship,” he added.
The EuroGames, which are being held between August 5-9, first began back in 1992 and regularly feature over 6,000 participants and more than 250,000 spectators.
You can register to take part in the big event by clicking here.
In the meantime, you can get regular updates about the marathon on the event’s official Facebook page.