Amari Watergate & BMW Thailand Charity Midnight Run
Information about Amari Watergate & BMW Thailand Charity Midnight Run
It is the only race in Bangkok to be held at Midnight, and offers competitors a choice of 2 distances – 6km or 12km. The city streets will be closed and protected by a police and security contingent of about 400 officers, and supported along the route by local residents, and shop owners, together with the management and staff of the Amari Watergate Hotel Bangkok. The atmosphere is tremendous, with over 5,000 runners, both local people and foreigners. The winners for the best record in 12km. of male and female championship will receive the Royal trophy of HRH Princess Sirindhorn. The winners in each age category including the family team and the fancy team will receive a trophy. Everyone who crosses the finishing line will receive a special commemorative medal.
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