• The fourth Pyramids Half Marathon took place this weekend on the outskirts of Cairo. EPA
    The fourth Pyramids Half Marathon took place this weekend on the outskirts of Cairo. EPA
  • Runners from around the world, including these athletes from Morocco, took part. Reuters
    Runners from around the world, including these athletes from Morocco, took part. Reuters
  • Participants could attempt distances of 5, 10 and 21km on the Giza Plateau. EPA
    Participants could attempt distances of 5, 10 and 21km on the Giza Plateau. EPA
  • Participants of all capabilities were encouraged to take part. Reuters
    Participants of all capabilities were encouraged to take part. Reuters
  • Packets of 'Good Water', launched at the Cop27 summit, were on offer to sustain the runners. Reuters
    Packets of 'Good Water', launched at the Cop27 summit, were on offer to sustain the runners. Reuters
  • The half marathon is also referred to as the 'Race Through History'. Reuters
    The half marathon is also referred to as the 'Race Through History'. Reuters
  • The pyramids provide a spectacular backdrop. Reuters
    The pyramids provide a spectacular backdrop. Reuters
  • Some were too focused on the task in hand to admire the scenery. Reuters
    Some were too focused on the task in hand to admire the scenery. Reuters
  • A pyramid towers over runners in Giza. Reuters
    A pyramid towers over runners in Giza. Reuters

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The Pyramids Half Marathon - in pictures

Runners from around the world take part in the 'Race Through History'

The National

December 11, 2022

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Updated: June 17, 2023, 1:29 PM
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