The city of Buenos Aires and, in particular, the Palermo woods, were the setting for the ninth edition of the Bimbo Global Racewhich this year brought together more than 7,000 runners of all ages and will allow to donate more than 100,000 slices of bread to the national and Córdoba food banks.
The Bimbo Global Race It is the largest race for a cause worldwide and is run simultaneously in more than 30 countries around the world. In line with the purpose of feeding a better world, Grupo Bimbo donates 20 slices of bread for each registered runner.
The Buenos Aires race had entrants in the 10K, 5K and 3K categories for adultsof which only the first two were competitive. Later, hundreds of children set off, who signed up for the KIDS section to run 600 metres for those aged 5 to 9, and 1,300 metres for those aged 10 to 13.
“This year we are moving forward, after more than 23 million slices donated in 9 years globally, we are looking to go for more. We are going for more than just a goal or a medal, the challenge is to unite as a community that is growing ever larger, all of us putting in our two cents to continue feeding a better world,” the organizers commented.
Last year, the 2023 edition of the race was held on the Vicente López Coastal Road and brought together more than 3,000 people, which allowed donations 68,220 slices of bread.
According to comments from the Food Bank6 out of 10 children depend on soup kitchens for food in the country. “The food we receive has come from the commercial circuit, but it is perfectly fit to be consumed. Once it arrives at the Distribution Center, we classify it, with the help of volunteers, we store it and distribute it among social organizations,” they explained.
In addition, during the running event, the opportunity was also taken to deploy a autism awareness campaignwhich sought to generate greater understanding, tolerance and respect among participants towards people within the autism spectrum and their families.
How was the 9th edition of the Bimbo Global Race in the forests of Palermo?
The day started early, with the fencing, the installation of hydration stations, medical tents and the huge cloakroom stand. For those who arrived late, they were able to make last-minute purchases of the necessary items for running. A Twenty stalls and tents sale of thermal shirts, special socks, headbands, hats, fanny packs and additives for runners.
From 7.20 it started the warm-up in front of the main stage, led by professionals and with the music turned up highThe first start was for the elite runners, which took place at 8 o’clock. A few seconds later and after the classic countdown, the rest of the adults left. The “kids” went out onto the streets at 9.30.
So that the little ones can play and entertain themselves while their parents run around, at least four huge inflatables near the finish line, with cheerleaders and security. On the official race t-shirt it was clearly visible “Bogota”referring to the next venue of the global charity race.
In the VIP tent Journalists, influencers and special guests paraded, such as Nicolas Cabré, Sol Pérez, Belu Lucius, Delfina Merino and Chino Leunisamong others. Some dared to run 3K, 5K and even 10K. Others took advantage of the opportunity to eat delicatessen patisserie, drink coffee or mate and chat with friends.
In addition to a special kit for runners, each runner who crossed the finish line was given a medal for the race. After the competitions, it was time for the awards ceremony and photos with one of the most famous “teddy bears” in the world.
Source: Ambito
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