In Almaty region, a marathon runner died a few meters before the finish arch

In Almaty region, a participant of the Tengri Ultra marathon died a few meters before the finish arch, the organizers of the race reported. With bitterness in our heart, we want to inform you that this year Tengri Ultra was overshadowed by a tragedy - an athlete died a few meters before the finish arch," the organizers informed. It is reported that his heart stopped. The organizers stressed that the man was 41 years old and he was not a novice in sports. He has participated in extreme athletics starts since 2017 and this "Tengri" was the fourth for him. He was immediately given first aid by the intensive care team on duty at the competition, but it was not possible to save him," the organizers added. Updated 10.05.2023, 10.50 "During the marathon race "Tengri ultra 2023" a man who completed a distance of 15 km fell a few meters before the finish arch. The ambulance crew on duty at the scene immediately started intensive care. But, unfortunately, the man died," the Governor's office of the region commented.

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