Kerala's Jose Ellickal and Trupti Katkar Chavan emerged as the stars of the Ageas Federal Life Insurance Kochi Spice Coast Marathon 2023 here on Sunday morning, annexing the coveted Full Marathon crowns.
Over 6,000 runners will line up early in the morning at the Maharaja College Stadium Kochi and coast past several landmarks in the beautiful city, hoping to win glory and acclaim.
Arjun Pradhan, who was the favourite in the men's elite category, emerged victorious in the Full Marathon, by clocking the time of 02:32:50 hours. In the women's category, Jyoti Gawate lifted the title by finishing in 03:17:31 hours.
The Kochi marathon will flag off from Maharaja's College Ground and will take place in four categories of Marathon (42.195km), Half Marathon (21.097km), 10km Run and 3km Green Run. Over 6000 runners from 20 states have registered for the marathon across India.