Spartathlon ultramarathon to draw athletes from 58 countries

The Spartathlon ultramarathon, a 246-kilometer race from Athens to Sparta, is set to begin in a few days. The event is expected to draw elite athletes from 58 different countries to Greece to test their physical and mental endurance.

Alexandros Piperidis, a three-time finisher of the race, shared insights into the preparation required for the challenge. He noted that despite previous successes, every participation requires starting from scratch, emphasizing the need for strategic management and mental readiness alongside physical training.