SportsFriday, 9 October 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Chennai night marathon on Oct. 17, 2026 to be held at Island Grounds with 10 km and 4 km races
A night marathon will be held at Chennai’s Island Grounds on Oct. 17, 2026, with 10 km and 4 km events and prize money of ₹1 lakh each for winners.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 17 October 2026, a night marathon will be held at Chennai’s Island Grounds, with more than 4,000 participants expected and prize money of ₹1 lakh each for the men’s and women’s winners.
Key specifics
- The event is organised by Sportspro with the Tamil Nadu Athletic Association.
- The Tamil Nadu Sports Development Authority is supporting the marathon.
- Mindspace Business Parks is the title sponsor for the 2026 Chennai night marathon.
- The race categories include 10 km and 4 km runs.
- Vidhya Ramraj, Parnika Ilangovan and Abhinaya Rajarajan attended the launch event in Chennai.
Exam lens
Question type: sports event and organisation match, Chennai, Island Grounds, 17 October 2026, 10 km, 4 km, ₹1 lakh prize. TNPSC may ask which bodies are associated with the event and where it is held.