Runners lace up for the world’s coldest marathon in Russia

Jan 25, 2022

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Welcome to the world’s coldest marathon. Sivtsev Semen / SWNS

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About 70 runners braved temperatures of -67° F (-56°C). AP

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The race took place in Russia’s Oymyakon region. Sivtsev Semen / SWNS

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Oymyakon is the coldest permanently inhabited settlement on Earth. Sivtsev Semen / SWNS

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Winner was Vasily Lukin, a physical education teacher, finished in in 3 hours and 22 minutes. Sivtsev Semen / SWNS

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The event reportedly attracted entrants from Dubai, Belarus and the United Arab Emirates. Sivtsev Semen / SWNS

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Local religious leaders bless the event. Sivtsev Semen / SWNS

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Women wearing Yakutian national costumes support the runners. AP

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A runner takes part in the marathon, regarded as the world’s coldest. AP

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This was the third race organized in Yakutia. AP

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The best women’s time was 4 hours and 9 minutes. AP

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Vasily Lukin defended his title, winning for the second straight year. AP

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