Great Race organised by AVOHK, “by Runners for Runners” . Limited places in Marathon and Half Marathon. Enter now to ensure your place and take advantage of early bird rates valid until 13th October. Beautiful course on the service roads at High Island Reservoir, Sai Kung. Entries Limited to 400 in Marathon and 600 in Half. T shirt and souvenir for all finishers. Check the race pages for more information.
The China Coast Marathon and Half Marathon, scheduled for January 12, 2025, promises to be an exciting and challenging event for running enthusiasts. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Sai Kung’s coastline, this marathon offers participants an opportunity to showcase their endurance and determination.
Whether tackling the full marathon distance or opting for the half marathon, participants can expect a well-organized event with scenic routes, enthusiastic crowds, and a vibrant atmosphere. As the participants embark on their journey along the coastal roads, they will experience a mix of breathtaking ocean views, cultural landmarks, and the camaraderie of fellow runners.
The China Coast Marathon and Half Marathon on January 12, 2025, promises an unforgettable and exhilarating race experience for all those seeking an adventure on the Chinese coast.
As a annual tradition, the 2024 AVOHK Malcolm Phillips age graded 5k was held at Bowen road on 18 May. Perfect weather for a 5km run was on display and the normal Hong Kong humidity stayed clear.
80 runners entered from various age groups which started at 4pm.
The first runner arrived back at 17:55 on the clock which wasn’t fast enough for the age graded 15:09.7 from Michael Capper, the 2024 Malcolm Phillips age graded winner. Sara Modiano won the ladies category with a time of 18:18.2. Well done to the winners!
The winners are: MEN 1. Michael Capper 15:09.7 2. Govert Heijboer 16:20.6 3. Frank McNamara 16:24.8 3. CHEUNG Wai Lap16:26.3
WOMEN 1. Sara Modiano 0:18:18.2 2. LO Lan Fa, Angel 19:11.7 3. Susan KO 19:38.2
The Malcolm Phillips Age-Graded 5K will be held on Saturday, 18th May at 4pm. The start will be on Bowen Road, at the junction with Bowen Drive and, as in previous years, all results will be graded according to the Age Grade Factor tables at www.world-masters-athletics.com
Open to runners aged 12 years – 100 years+ on 18th May!
For more details and to enter, see the link below.
AVOHK entered a men’s Masters Team in the 2024 Hong Kong Cross Country Championships held at Fanling Golf Course on Sunday 25th Feb 2024. Mark Reeves, David Woo, Timur Tang and Chan Siu Hin made up the team, AVOHK had not entered a team in these championships for a number of years, so it was good to make a return this year. Despite the cold weather the team were in high spirits and their positive approach paid off.
The 10km course consisted of five 2km laps and was mainly on grass but with some sections on paths and spikes were not required. With 3 of the 4 team runners to count, David Woo with a very strong run led the team home in 10th position, with Timur Tang in 35th place, Mark Reeves (the teams elder statesman) in 37th position, backed up by Chan Siu Hin. A great team effort finishing as the 2nd men’s Masters Team.
AVOHK’s Maurice Szeto (Hong Kong International athlete from the 1980’s) entered as an individual and showed that he is still at a high level of fitness finishing in the middle of the field. Well done, Maurice. After the presentation Mark Reeves kindly invited the team back to the Hong Kong Golf Club for some refreshments and to celebrate the team’s success.
Thanks, Mark. There was much talk and enthusiasm for returning in 2025 with 2 teams. The HKAAA should be congratulated for putting on a very well organised event.
Inkeeping with AVOHK’s mission to promote veteran athletics we award age group prizes. Here are the results of the age groups for Half Marathon and Marathon.
There were a total of 35 AVOHK members who finished the Marathon. Congratulations to AVOHK member Issac Yuen who won the overall race. Alongside his overall winners plate and age group trophy he took home the John Lane Tankard, awarded to the fastest AVOHK member in the Marathon. In the lady’s race Lai Wai Chun was the first AVOHK member to cross the line.
31 AVOHK members finished in the half marathon. Casey Caps were awarded to AVOHK members Fang Yuk Mui and Chris Davies being the first AVOHK member veteran woman and man to cross the line. Arif Erdogan was the first under 40 AVOHK man.
