Passion in the rain: Tatengue fans lit up the city en route to 15 de Abril | OneFootball

Under a steady but light drizzle that failed to dampen the enthusiasm, the city of Santa Fe witnessed another edition of the Unión Marathon. The race, already established as an annual tradition, served as the perfect kickoff to the celebrations for next April 15, the date on which the club on López y Planes Avenue will mark another anniversary of its founding.

An event that brought together the leadership and the opposition

Beyond the purely sporting aspect, the day also had a strong institutional component. At the finish line and during the awards ceremony, the presence of the club’s top authorities stood out, led by president Luis Spahn and vice president Miguel Del Sel. The event also featured Héctor “Pipo” Desvaux, a leading figure from the opposition, which created an atmosphere of political coexistence on a day of celebration for the fans.

Testimonials: from first-timers to 10K experience

The turnout was massive, spanning ages from children as young as 4 to adults over 70. For many, it meant their first foray into the world of running. “It was my first marathon, I completed the 5 kilometers in 35 minutes. I took it easy, but I already want to improve for the next one,” one of the first-timers said excitedly. Another runner, who was also making her debut in the 5K distance, agreed: “I trained all of last month and felt really good; I did it in a little over half an hour, and now I want to keep adding kilometers.”

For the more experienced participants, the satisfaction was doubled by their sense of belonging. “It’s my fourth Unión marathon. Representing these colors is something very special,” said one athlete who competed in the 10K. “My goal was to finish under an hour and I came very close; the organization and the weather helped despite the rain,” she concluded.

Luis Spahn’s remarks: sport as a social tool

At the end of the medal ceremony, president Luis Spahn shared a few words, praising the competitors’ effort in the face of the weather conditions. “It’s a challenge to organize this on a Sunday and in this weather, but the turnout was very strong. You can tell the fans want to take part,” the club president said.

Spahn also emphasized the institution’s social role: “Running is an act of self-love and also love for others. Clubs have an obligation to promote these activities that bring together people of all ages. Seeing runners from 4 to 70 years old confirms that this is the right path.”

The marathon thus reaffirmed its place on Santa Fe’s calendar, bringing together sport, health, and passion for “Tatengue” in the city streets.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.