# Nicosia Half Marathon charity event

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nicosia-half-marathon-charity-event
> Updated: 2026-10-25T11:12:00.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The 14th Nicosia Half Marathon was organized by the Nicosia Turkish Municipality in collaboration with the TR Athletics Federation. Held under the slogan ‘Running from heart to heart’, the event was intended to support the families of victims from a shipwreck off the coast of Kyrenia that occurred on August 30.

The marathon included 5, 10, and 21-kilometer races. Hakan Çoban won the men’s 21-kilometer category with a time of 1:08:55, while Hasibe Demir secured first place in the women’s 21-kilometer category with a time of 1:23:40. Awards were presented to winners across various age categories by local officials and sponsor representatives.

Additional winners included Muhammed Furkan Şanlı and Derya Köse in the 10 km category, as well as Sezayi Okut and Ada Kafa in the 5 km category. Awards were presented by LTB President Mehmet Harmancı and Athletics Federation President Ferhat Sakallı. 

Political figures, including TDP General Chairman Zeki Çeler and UBP candidate Mehmet Aktunç, noted that the event served as a platform for social solidarity, emphasizing that proceeds would support the families of those lost in the Kyrenia shipwreck. Participants highlighted the role of sports in fostering community unity and promoting healthier lifestyles in the capital.

## Claims

- Hakan Çoban won the men's 21km race with a time of 1:08:55. (reported by 3 sources)
- Hasibe Demir won the women's 21km race with a time of 1:23:40. (reported by 3 sources)
- Muhammed Furkan Şanlı won the men's 10km race with a time of 00:32:37. (reported by 3 sources)
- Derya Köse won the women's 10km race with a time of 00:39:22. (reported by 3 sources)
- Sezayi Okut won the men's 5km race with a time of 00:16:31. (reported by 3 sources)
- Ada Kafa won the women's 5km race with a time of 00:19:11. (reported by 3 sources)
- Awards were given in ten different age categories including 18-24, 25-29, and 65+. (reported by 3 sources)
- The Ülker Nicosia Half Marathon was organized by the Nicosia Turkish Municipality and the TRNC Athletics Federation. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-25: Nicosia Half Marathon concludes with awards and solidarity messages

The 14th Ülker Nicosia Half Marathon concluded with winners in 5km, 10km, and 21km races. The event also raised funds for families affected by a recent maritime tragedy.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lker-nicosia-half-marathon-concludes-with-winners-announced

### 2026-10-01: Nicosia Half Marathon to support shipwreck victims' families

The 14th Nicosia Half Marathon will be held on October 25, with proceeds donated to families affected by the August 30 Kyrenia shipwreck.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nicosia-half-marathon-to-support-shipwreck-victims-families

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