Pakistan runners — Faisal Shafi (left) and Danish Elahi — celebrating their win after participating on the earth’s oldest Boston Marathon on April 21, 2025. — Reporter
KARACHI: Two Pakistani runners, Faisal Shafi and Danish Elahi, made historical past on the world’s oldest Boston Marathon by setting a novel world document: finishing the race within the quickest time whereas carrying conventional shalwar kameez.
The athletes, each from Karachi, completed the marathon in three hours and 26 minutes, marking the primary time any runner has accomplished the 26.2-mile race in underneath 4 hours whereas carrying the loose-fitting nationwide apparel of Pakistan.
Beginning and ending the race collectively, Shafi and Elahi mentioned their achievement was a tribute to their nation.
Shafi added, “We did this to highlight Pakistan’s positive image, and we will celebrate this victory back home.”
The Boston Marathon, first held in 1897, is among the most prestigious long-distance operating occasions globally. The Pakistani duo’s distinctive apparel and synchronised end drew consideration, showcasing cultural pleasure alongside athletic endurance.
No official class exists for conventional clothes on the earth’s main marathons nonetheless the Guinness World Document recognises this as a world document.
The duo’s feat has been broadly recognised as unprecedented. Fellow runners applauded their efficiency, which blended sportsmanship with nationwide id.
Upon their return to Pakistan, the runners plan to carry celebrations to share their milestone with supporters.
