On October 11, nearly five thousand Irkutsk residents will start the All Russia Running Day Cross of the Nation 2015. Distances from 1000 meters to 12 kilometers await participants, and the finish and awards will be by the monument to Alexander III. Organizers promise not only sports competition but also special prizes, musical performances, quizzes and contests, so the event will become a real city celebration.
Nearly five thousand Irkutsk residents will take part in the All-Russian Running Day “Cross of the Nation – 2015,” which will be held on October 11. This was reported by the acting first deputy minister for physical culture, sports and youth policy of the Irkutsk Region, Ilya Reznik.Traditionally, several distances are planned: 4, 6, 8, and 12 kilometers, as well as a VIP race of 1,000 meters. The 4-kilometer route will run along Gagarin Boulevard, Chkalov Street, 5th Army Street, and Karl Marx Street. Both professional athletes and amateurs will take part in the sporting event. The participants will finish at the monument to Alexander III. The awards ceremony for the winners, with cups, medals, and diplomas, will also take place there. This year, the event sponsors have prepared special prizes in the categories “Youngest Participant,” “Youngest Female Participant,” “Most Experienced Participant,” and “Most Experienced Female Participant.” The celebration will be accompanied by musical performances, quizzes, and contests.
Participants’ assembly and registration will take place at 10:00 at the monument to Alexander III. The race will start at 12:00. Detailed information can be obtained by phone: (3952) 33-64-79; 33-64-37.