# Giurgiu-Ruse international road race

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/giurgiu-ruse-international-road-race
> Updated: 2026-09-27T11:55:32.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The ninth edition of the international road race, known as the ‘Free Spirit Run Giurgiu – Ruse’, was organized as a 15-kilometer cross-border event between Romania and Bulgaria. The race was scheduled to start in Giurgiu, cross the Danube Bridge, and conclude in Ruse.

Following the event, reports indicated a record participation of 450 athletes representing 11 different countries. Kenyan runners dominated the rankings, with Albert Tonui winning the men’s category and Valentine Jebet winning the women’s category. The race, organized by the municipalities of Ruse and Giurgiu, serves as a symbol of connection between the two cities.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Spirit Run attracts record 450 athletes for Giurgiu-Ruse race

The ninth “Spirit Run” saw a record 450 athletes from 11 countries compete in a 15km cross-border race between Giurgiu and Ruse, with Kenyan runners dominating the top podium spots.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/spirit-run-attracts-record-450-athletes-for-giurgiu-ruse-race

### 2026-09-21: Free Spirit Run Giurgiu – Ruse to host 400 athletes

The ninth ‘Free Spirit Run Giurgiu – Ruse’ will take place on September 27, featuring 400 athletes from 12 countries in a 15km race across the Danube Bridge.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/free-spirit-run-giurgiu-ruse-to-host-400-athletes

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