Prague International Marathon
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The Prague International Marathon or PIM is a race in the city of Prague Czech Republic, held every year in May. In only one decade (since 1995) the marathon became one of the most significant races in the world. According to media it is the world's most international marathon, with two-thirds of runners coming from 55 different countries. PIM's marathon course is also the seventh fastest and one of the most beautiful in the world.
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[edit] 2007 edition
The 13. edition of the prove took place in 13 May, and was for the first time won by a European athlete. Athletes from Portugal had the first and third places.
[edit] Privacy Issues
When completing the reservation form, one should be aware of the privacy clause that permits the organising company (Prague International Marathon s.r.o.(PIM)) to give your personal details to other companies. Unfortunately, they do not provide a checkbox to opt-out of this marketing scheme.
"By sending this form I confirm and accept the fact that the company Prague International Marathon s.r.o.(PIM) can use all personal data filled in this form to offer trade and services in harmony with the law no. 101/2000 Sb. At the same time I agree that PIM can provide all this data to its partners. Validity of your approval has indefinite duration with the possibility of written appeal on PIM address."
[edit] Men's Winners
| DATE | NAME ATHLETE | COUNTRY | WINNING TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2008 | Ken Mburu Mungara |  Kenya |
2:11:06 |
| May 13, 2007 | Hélder Ornelas |  Portugal |
2:11:49 |
| May 14, 2006 | Shami Mubarak |  Qatar |
2:11:11 |
| May 22, 2005 | Stephen Cheptot | Kenya |
2:10:42 |
| May 23, 2004 | Barnabas Koech | Kenya |
2:12:15 |
| May 18, 2003 | Willy Cheruiyot | Kenya |
2:11:56 |
| May 19, 2002 | Henry Tarus | Kenya |
2:11:41 |
| May 20, 2001 | Andrew Sambu |  Tanzania |
2:10:14 |
| May 21, 2000 | Simon Chemoiywo | Kenya |
2:10:35 |
| May 23, 1999 | Eliud Kering | Kenya |
2:11:19 |
| May 24, 1998 | Elijah Lagat | Kenya |
2:08:52 CR |
| May 25, 1997 | John Kagwe | Kenya |
2:09:07 |
| May 19, 1996 | William Musyoki | Kenya |
2:12:21 |
| June 4, 1995 | Tumo Turbo |  Ethiopia |
2:12:44 |
[edit] Women's Winners
| DATE | NAME ATHLETE | COUNTRY | WINNING TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2007 | Nailya Yulamanova |  Russia |
2:33:10 |
| May 14, 2006 | Alina Ivanova | Russia |
2:29:20 |
| May 22, 2005 | Salina Kosgei | Kenya |
2:28:42 |
| May 23, 2004 | Leila Aman | Ethiopia |
2:31:48 |
| May 18, 2003 | Anne Jelagat | Kenya |
2:31:10 |
| May 19, 2002 | Alevtina Ivanova | Russia |
2:32:24 |
| May 20, 2001 | Maura Viceconte |  Italy |
2:26:33 |
| May 21, 2000 | Alina Ivanova | Russia |
2:27:42 |
| May 23, 1999 | Franca Fiacconi | Italy |
2:28:33 |
| May 24, 1998 | Elena Vinitskaya |  Belarus |
2:34:25 |
| May 25, 1997 | Elena Vinitskaya | Belarus |
2:32:58 |
| May 19, 1996 | Elena Vinitskaya | Belarus |
2:37:33 |
| June 4, 1995 | Svetlana Tkach |  Moldova |
2:39:33 |
