In a significant stride toward international sporting collaboration, Bangladesh has officially joined the global stage with the soft launch of the One Run International Half Marathon 2025, hosted on Tuesday at a vibrant ceremony at the Russian House in Dhanmondi.
Organized by GamePlay Limited in partnership with Russia’s Hero League, the event celebrated the spirit of unity, peace, and cross-cultural connection through sport. The One Run Marathon — a globally synchronized athletic event — aims to bring together runners from across continents in a shared moment of movement and meaning.
Officials from both Bangladesh and Russia, including cultural ambassadors, sports figures, and diplomatic representatives, were in attendance to mark the beginning of what promises to be a landmark event in Bangladesh’s sporting calendar.
“This is more than just a race. It’s a statement of global solidarity and the power of sport to bridge borders,” said a spokesperson for GamePlay Limited.
The 2025 edition of the One Run International Half Marathon is poised to enter the Guinness World Records for the largest simultaneous half-marathon across multiple countries, with Bangladesh proudly on board as a host nation.
The launch underscores growing ties between Dhaka and Moscow, and reflects a shared commitment to community development, athletic empowerment, and international friendship through organized sport.
