Pradeep Kumar of Jhajjar broke the Indian record in the ultra marathon race.
Pradeep Beniwal, a resident of village Goddi in Jhajjar district, has waved India’s tricolor on international land in Athens (Greece). Pradeep Beniwal made a new Indian record by completing the world’s most difficult race in Ultra Marathon Spartathalon 2025
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Pradeep of Jhajjar achieved this historical achievement in 30 hours 8 minutes. With this achievement, he has increased the pride of not only his village Goddi but also Haryana with the whole of India. Now preparations are being made to welcome Pradeep on his return to the village.
Photo of Pradeep with runners and coaches after completing the ultra marathon race.
Ultra Marathon included 400 runners in the world
The distance of 246 kilometers, from Athens to Sparta, is one of the world’s most difficult stamina races. It has a true test of the physical ability, mental strength and indomitable resolve of the runners. This year around 400 runners joined the world, out of which four participants were from India. Pradeep raised the value of India by registering the fastest time in them.
Foreign coaches congratulating Pradeep Kumar.
Pradeep said- this is not his but India’s victory
Pradeep said that it is a moment of pride and humility for me to complete Spartathalon 2025. The visit was not possible without the continuous encouragement of the Government of India, especially Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. He has thanked his CEO Mihir Kumar, senior officials and all colleagues. Pradeep said that he supported him at every step. This achievement is not only his personal victory, but is a symbol of India’s growing stamina and passion.
Pradeep will return to India on 2 October 2025 and will return with him a historical achievement, on which the whole country can be proud.