Asian marathon champion P Gopi Thursday said the Tata Mumbai Marathon has helped him to accomplish his journey as a runner.
"Tata Mumbai Marathon is one of the most prestigious marathon events in Asia. It has helped me in many ways to accomplish my athletic journey as a runner.
"I look forward to participating in the marathon as it gives me a platform to co-learn from fellow runners and achieve new goals," Gopi was quoted as saying in a media release issued here.
Gopi along with actress Pooja Hedge unveiled the official ASICS "Race Day Tee" for the 16th edition of the marathon which is scheduled to take place on January 20.
According to Gopi, he has been preparing for the Marathon since the last 5-6 months.
"The main tournaments for me which are coming are World Championships and the Olympics. I have prepared well (for them), "he said, adding he trains in Bengaluru.
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Noting that the qualification criteria for World Championship and Olympics has changed Gopi said he will taking part in Mumbai, Tokyo and Berlin Marathons and termed them as main competitions.
The organisers have claimed that 47,000 runners will be participating in the annual race.
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