The Karachi Marathon 2025, a certified annual marathon event in Pakistan, successfully concluded with an impressive turnout of over 4,000 participants from diverse global backgrounds. This year’s event witnessed a notable surge in international participation, with athletes hailing from Poland, Germany, Japan, and many others. The marathon’s certification by the World Rankings Competition ensured a world-class experience for all participants.

“We are delighted with the overwhelming success of the Karachi Marathon 2025,” stated Shoaib Nizami, Sports CEO in Pakistan. “The event has emerged as a testament to Karachi’s unwavering resilience and warm hospitality, and we extend our sincerest gratitude to our participants, sponsors, and partners for their invaluable support.”

The full, half, and relay marathons started from 6.15 am and 5km marathon commenced from 10 am. The marathon of different categories began and ended at Nishan-e-Pakistan along Seaview, with a middle point of the route marked at DHA Gold Club (21 Kilometers). The major points on the marathon routes included the Clock Tower at Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue and the Creek Marina Towers at the Khayaban-e-Shajar intersection.

The Karachi Marathon 2025 featured various categories, including the full and half marathon. The top performers in each category were:

Marathon Category:

‣ Male Winner (1st Prize): Israr Muhammad (Pakistan) – Time: 2:30:13 won Rs. 500,000/

‣ Male Winner (2nd Prize): Muhammad Riaz (Pakistan) – 2:32:13 won Rs. 250,000/

‣ Female Winner (1st Prize): Enub Khan (Pakistan) – 3:47:49 won Rs. 500,000/

‣ Female Winner (2nd Prize): Zeba Shah Abbasi (Pakistan) – 4:01:13 won Rs. 250,000.

Half Marathon Category:

‣ Male Winner (1st Prize): Muhammad Ajhtar (Pakistan) – Time: 1:12:08 won Rs. 50,000/

‣ Second Runner-up Male (2nd Prize): Qasim Bajwa (Pakistan) – 1:12:52 won Rs. 40,000/

‣ Female Winner (1st Prize): Mumtaz Naimat – 1:43:26 won Rs. 50,000/

‣ Second Runner-up Female (2nd Prize): Dua Nazakat (Pakistan) – 1:51:45 won Rs. 40,000/