The Rossing Marathon: Uniting Cultures through Running with 70,000 Participants
The 34th Rossing National Marathon Championship
On a bright Saturday morning in March 2025, the scenic coastal town of Swakopmund, Namibia, hosted the grand commencement of the 34th Rossing National Marathon Championship. As runners prepared to take to the vibrant routes, a ceremonial gunshot fired by Wei Jinming, the Economic and Commercial Affairs Counsellor at the Chinese Embassy in Namibia, marked the official start of a remarkable event.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the vast Atlantic Ocean and the expansive Namib Desert, the Rossing Marathon stands out as one of Namibia's most celebrated sporting events. These surroundings not only created a beautiful racecourse but also transformed the marathon into a cultural phenomenon, linking participants across continents and honoring both athleticism and cultural exchange.
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