Veracruz Marathon 2022: Oax Sport's Success Story

OAX SPORT SUPPORTS LOCAL ATHLETES

On December 4 in Boca del Río, Veracruz, the Second Edition of the Marathon took place. Oax Sport proudly supported local athletes in this National Level competition for the second time. The selected participants were Felipe Arellanes in the full marathon distance and Roque Arkangel in the half marathon. They were personally supported by Juan Victoria and Luis Fabian, who were part of the staff, as well as by Oax Sport’s directors, Eddi Pérez, Diana García, and Fahad Hizam.

“We returned to Veracruz to run the marathon, and although the time we got was not as desired, I am satisfied with the race that left us a top 10 and a great lesson in managing well the pace, also with a great desire to prepare for the next season. Always thanking the entire Oax Sport team who made our participation possible, my bosses at work, my family, my friends, and my club Atlethós.”
– Felipe Arellanes

“Having been at the starting line of the Veracruz Half Marathon fills me with happiness. I had always wanted to run a half marathon, but because of some circumstances, it had not become possible until December 4. I am happy but not satisfied with the results; it only remains to say that we will continue working hard to achieve more. Nothing would have been possible without the wholehearted support of Oax Sport, my coach Eddi Pérez Silva, and Rosalino Meneses López who always has been on the lookout for my therapy so that I can perform at my best. Thank you!”
– Roque Arkangel

Oax Sport decided to participate in this marathon because it knows the potential of the competitors. Additionally, it provided an opportunity for the athletes to learn more about Mexico and experience a new sports culture environment.

Sponsoring Felipe and Roque and covering 100% of their expenses was made possible thanks to the generous clients of our Airbnb Social Impact. All funds from Airbnb were used to cover the competition expenses. Another source of income was donations received through a fundraising campaign specifically for this event. We sincerely thank the following people for their contributions:

Aaron Garcia (Texas)
Meredith Bennett (Texas)
Gina Garcia (Texas)
Justin Clemons (Texas)
Echo (Maryland)

Oax Sport has once again achieved its goal of supporting and helping athletes from Oaxaca, Mexico’s communities.

Highlights from the Veracruz Marathon

Images from the event:

Two Oax Sport athletes running along the seafront during the Veracruz Marathon 2022 at night. The runner on the left wears bib number 622, and the road is illuminated by streetlights with a dark sky and distant city lights visible in the background.

Oax Sport athlete running along the seafront during the Veracruz Marathon 2022, with bib number 945. The early morning sky is slightly illuminated, and the sea is visible in the background. The road is marked with yellow pedestrian lines.

Two Oax Sport athletes running during the Veracruz Marathon 2022, with bib number 1583 leading. They are on a paved walkway with city buildings, including a clock tower, in the background. The sky is overcast, and streetlights are on.

Runner with bib number 622 in the Veracruz Marathon 2022, running on an empty coastal road in the early morning. The background shows city buildings and streetlights. The runner is wearing a green and black Oax Sport uniform.

Runner with bib number 1583 participating in the Veracruz Marathon 2022, sprinting along a coastal road lined with palm trees and spectators. The sky is overcast, and the cityscape is visible in the background. — Roque Luis García

Runner nearing the finish line at the Veracruz Marathon 2022, cheered on by enthusiastic spectators along the route. The runner is wearing a green Oax Sport shirt and is focused on completing the race. Orange cones line the path, guiding the runners to the finish.

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