BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 3. A sporting spirit and
support can be clearly felt at the Baku Marathon 2026, participant
from Russia, Elena Tolstykh said, Trend reports.


“I came to Azerbaijan for the first time and am taking part in
the Baku Marathon. Overall, my impressions are good, the atmosphere
is very warm. People are friendly, and you can feel the sporting
spirit and support,” she said.


The participant from Russia noted that she expects an
interesting race from the course and, of course, new эмоции.







“A separate factor is the wind, which, as they say, may add some
difficulty, but this is also part of the marathon experience.
Overall, I am glad that I came and am taking part here,” she
added.