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<div>As part of its social responsibility, Nesma Holding again sponsored the annual Jeddah Marathon which was attended by thousands of Saudi and international athletes and running champions.</div>
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<div>Organized by the well-known charity organization, Albir Society, and with the support of Jeddah officials, Jeddah Marathon takes place every year in Jeddah with the aim of promoting a healthier lifestyle by providing the youth with a competitive activity with varying degrees of challenge and valuable prizes.</div>
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<div>The marathon is organized for different categories of Jeddah society, from professional runners to hobbyists and people with special needs. This year&rsquo;s marathon was divided into three categories: 4km, 8km, 21km and Nesma&rsquo;s path is the longest for both wheelchair participants and the general participants.</div>
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<div>During the marathon&rsquo;s award ceremony, a speech was given by Nesma president, Sh. Saleh Al-Turki, where he emphasized the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and thanked the marathon organizers for their great efforts in delivering a successful event.</div>
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<div>Nesma&rsquo;s support for this event dates back to its inception, as Sh.Saleh who first championed the idea of having a marathon in Jeddah, after seeing its success in the Eastern Province.</div>
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