For the first time, a gameplay marathon has been organized in Bangladesh. Our Country is gearing up to join a globally synchronized sporting celebration as GamePlay Limited, in collaboration with Russia’s Hero League, officially soft launched the One Run International Half Marathon 2025 at a vibrant ceremony on Tuesday at the Russian House in Dhanmondi.

The event marks a milestone in Bangladesh’s sporting journey, strengthening ties between Dhaka and Moscow through a shared commitment to unity, peace, and community empowerment through athletics.

GamePlay Limited Chairman Faisal Md Titumir Said, 'For the first time Bangladesh launched the event. 

The One Run International Half Marathon, which holds a Guinness World Record for synchronized participation, is scheduled for May 24. Hatirjheel has been chosen as the starting point in Dhaka, where runners will join others across the globe to mark the occasion.

The marathon features several categories: the 21.1 km half marathon starting at 4 AM from Rampura bridge to Hatirjheel for three rounds. A 10 km race from 5 AM, a 5 km race from 5:30 AM, and a 1 km kids’ run beginning at 6 AM. Race kits on May 23.

'For the first time, a gameplay marathon has been organized. It started on that day and will conclude tomorrow May with an award ceremony.'

He also said 'Cosmos Group is serving as one of the co-sponsors, alongside Brothers Furniture, and Green Heaven Cottage.

Distinguished guests at the ceremony included Pavel Dvoychenkov, Counsellor at the Russian Embassy and Director of the Russian House; Ekaterina Semenova, Minister-Counsellor; and Evgeniia Konareva, Press Attaché. From the organizing side, Kustareva Liubov, Chief Legal Officer of Hero League who will attend May 24 in whole session.'

It is noted that, Supporting partners include Active Plus (hydration), Treat (nutrition), United Healthcare (medical), Dr Water (beverage), Jheel Maestria (café), and Swing by Pavilion (gifts).