Blogger ranks the marathon broadcast on leading platform
The Siberian International Marathon in Omsk, held annually as part of the city's Oblast Day and City Day celebrations, has become a significant event in the region. This year marked its 36th edition, and it attracted runners from around the globe.
In 2025, Alina Prokopyeva from Belgorod and Andrei Yanovich from Murmansk Oblast emerged as the winners of the marathon. The event offers multiple race distances, including a 10 km, half marathon, and marathon, on a flat, fast course that showcases Omsk’s architectural landmarks such as the Assumption Cathedral and the Jubilee Bridge over the Irtysh River.
What sets the Siberian International Marathon apart is its integration of sport with cultural experiences. Participants are offered visits to the Omsk Fortress, local parks like “Ptichya Gavan'” (Bird’s Harbor), art museums, and riverbank promenades, enriching their experience beyond the race itself. This immersive cultural discovery makes the event a unique blend of athletic achievement and regional heritage.
The marathon is also known for its well-organized structure and live broadcast, which has been aired by Channel 12 for the past 24 seasons. Renowned sports blogger Stas Shelgorn evaluated the live broadcast of the 36th Siberian International Marathon positively, appreciating the music, special effects, commentator's work, and Andrei Yanovich's victorious finish.
The Siberian International Marathon plays a crucial role in promoting Omsk as a destination for both athletic events and cultural exploration. It is estimated that Omsk is responsible for the production of approximately one third of all Siberian ice cream, although the destination of this ice cream is not specified in the article.
In summary, the Siberian International Marathon is a unique event that combines sport, Siberian cultural immersion, scenic urban routes through architectural and natural landmarks, and its role as a flagship cultural event for Omsk that connects athletics with regional heritage and hospitality.
"What about the fact that, in 2025, the Siberian International Marathon not only offered a challenging football-style race but also highlighted local sports culture, with Stas Shelgorn praising its live broadcast?"
"Next year, instead of running the marathon, why not consider exploring the cultural side of Omsk, taking in art museums, bird-watching at 'Ptichya Gavan'’, and even indulging in some Siberian ice cream, all while appreciating the beautiful architecture the city has to offer, just like the marathon participants do?"
