The Almería Half Marathon 2026 has made history by becoming its most attended edition, with a total of 5,000 bibs sold. Despite the rain that accompanied the day, the sporting event not only exceeded participation expectations but also generated an estimated economic impact of over 2 million euros for the city. The festive atmosphere prevailed, demonstrating the enthusiasm of both runners and the public.
The competition was divided into two modalities: the 21-kilometer race, which started at 8:30 AM, and the 10-kilometer 'Saludable' (Healthy) race, which began at 9:00 AM. The route offered participants spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Cable Inglés, and the Almería coast, although the rain added an extra challenge with slippery sections.
“"It was very tough due to some slippery sections, but spectacular."
In the men's 21-kilometer category, Zakaria Lahsaini Berkia, from the Sayma Níjar club, claimed victory, crossing the finish line in 1 hour, 7 minutes, and 22 seconds. He was followed by Alberto Salas Guzmán and Diego Clemente Cano. In the women's category, Yesica Castany from Valencia was the fastest, completing the course in 1 hour, 18 minutes, and 9 seconds, followed by Paula Viviana Ramírez Parra and Carolina García Pérez.
In the 10-kilometer 'Saludable' race, Kit Edwards dominated the men's event with a time of 33 minutes and 34 seconds. Jorge Moreno Crecis and Manuel Ramos Cano shared second place. In the women's category, Águeda Salas Sánchez won with 38 minutes and 48 seconds, accompanied on the podium by Gisela Arrieta Martínez and Irene López del Águila.
The day concluded with medal ceremonies and a celebratory atmosphere, where runners could refuel with paellas, solidifying the Almería Half Marathon as an unmissable event in the province's sports calendar.
