# 6th International Kayseri Half Marathon

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/6th-international-kayseri-half-marathon
> Updated: 2026-09-20T12:55:00.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 2.

The 6th International Kayseri Half Marathon, organized by the Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality, concluded with approximately 10,000 participants. The event featured 21K, 10K, and Public Run categories, with a total prize pool of 2,774,000 TL.

International participation included 200 athletes from 22 countries, such as Germany, the United States, and Australia. Winners in the 21K category were Ali Kaya (men) and Nursena Çeto (women), while Diyar Ergüven and Pınar Demir took first place in the 10K divisions.

Key officials, including Kayseri Governor Gökmen Çiçek, Mayor Dr. Memduh Büyükkılıç, and Turkish Athletics Federation President Dr. Ahmet Karadağ, attended the event. Discussions were held regarding the potential transition of the competition from a half marathon to a full marathon, supporting Kayseri’s objective to become the 2029 World Sports Capital.

## Claims

- The 6th International Kayseri Half Marathon was organized by the Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The event saw a total participation of 10,000 people. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The competition included three categories: 21K, 10K, and a public run. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Turkish Athletics Federation President discussed the possibility of converting the half marathon into a full marathon. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- 200 foreign athletes from 22 different countries participated in the marathon. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A total of 2,774,000 TL in prizes was distributed. (single source)
- Ali Kaya won first place in the men's 21K general classification. (single source)
- Nursena Çeto won first place in the women's 21K category. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: Kayseri hosts 6th International Half Marathon with 10,000 participants

The 6th International Kayseri Half Marathon drew 10,000 participants, including 200 athletes from 21 countries, as part of the city's preparations for becoming the 2029 World Sports Capital.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kayseri-hosts-6th-international-half-marathon-with-10000-participants

### 2026-09-18: Kayseri hosts 6th International Half Marathon with 7,000 participants

The 6th International Kayseri Half Marathon features 7,110 participants from 22 countries, including 200 international athletes, competing in 21K, 10K, and public running categories.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahilik-week-celebrations-honor-anatolian-professional-ethics-and-traditions

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