[September 19, 2024] Paris 2024 Connected Marathon Pour Tous Sets New Milestone with Record-Breaking Global Participation Tweet PARIS, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Paris 2024 Connected Marathon Pour Tous has concluded with unprecedented success, affirming its status as a groundbreaking virtual event that united people worldwide. This innovative marathon allowed participants to run, row, or cycle at their own pace from everywhere in the world while joining a global celebration of fitness and unity. Many of the participants used the Kinomap app to make their participation in this incredible event possible, from anywhere in the world. Kinomap was an Official Licensee of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), organizing Paris 2024 connected sports challenges globally. The event saw an incredible 473,156 finishers who completed at least 30 minutes of activity during the event window, marking an impressive 250 percent increase over the previous record for the longest connected race. Participants represented an astounding 186 countries, reflecting the event’s appeal and inclusivity. Of the total participants, 70 percent engaged in outdoor activities using Strava and the Connected Marathon Pour Tous app, while 30 percent chose indoor participation through Fitness Park gyms and Kinomap. Fitness Park reported 137,439 participants, who were mainly on Kinomap (the app was embedded on any Technogym console, just giving access to it in one click), underscoring the strong partnership betwen the event and fitness facilities.

The marathon, which took place on September 25th, 2024, was a testament to the power of sport to unite people from all walks of life. It was open to all, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level, creating a truly inclusive event. The marathon was not just a race; it was a platform for personal growth and achievement.

This solution was a virtual marathon, which allowed participants to run the course virtually and receive a certificate of participation. This virtual marathon was open to anyone, regardless of their physical ability or location. It was a significant step towards inclusivity and accessibility in the Marathon pour Tous.

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