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Nestomalt run for Sri Lanka on Sunday
The Island
|January 30, 2026
Nestomalt Run for Sri Lanka Marathon 2026, organised by SingleTree Events, will be held in the city of Galle on 1 February 2026, from 6.00 a.m. onwards, bringing together runners, families, and communities for a morning fuelled by purpose and energy.
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Designed to be inclusive and high-spirited, the Nestomalt Run for Sri Lanka Marathon 2026 features four running categories catering to all ages and fitness levels - from seasoned athletes to families running together. The categories include: 21.1 km — Elite Run, 10 km - Challengers Run, 5 km - Fun Run, 2 km — Family Run.
This story is from the January 30, 2026 edition of The Island.
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