Naoko Takahashi Postponed Ehime Marathon “Let's smile” November 24, 17:30
Naoko Takahashi, a gold medalist of the Sydney Olympics Women's Marathon, visited the Ehime Prefectural Office and is enthusiastic about creating a new form for the "Ehime Marathon", which was postponed in February next year due to the influence of the new coronavirus. I told you.
Naoko Takahashi came to the prefecture to attend a marathon class held in Ehime prefecture, and on the 24th, she visited Governor Nakamura, who has a close relationship with her through the Ehime Marathon, which she has participated in seven times in the past.
Among them, Mr. Takahashi said about the "Ehime Marathon", which was postponed for one year in February next year, "I look forward to the excitement together in a way that makes as many people as possible smile. I greeted him.
In response, Governor Nakamura expressed his gratitude, saying, "I would like to thank Mr. Takahashi for participating in the tournament seven times and growing into a popular tournament nationwide."
After the visit, Mr. Takahashi said, "The Ehime Marathon may take on a different shape due to the influence of the new coronavirus, but it will be a tournament that seems to be so nice. I want to go, "he said with enthusiasm.
The "Ehime Marathon" has been held since 1963, and the number of participants from outside the prefecture has been increasing recently. About 10,000 runners participated in the event held in February.