Kalmyk runner Marina Dorjieva won the marathon in Samarkand

In Elista solemnly met Marina Dorjieva. The athlete returned home after winning the international marathon in Samarkand, which was held from 7-8 November. At the airport, the athlete was congratulated by members of the running community “Ran Uralan”.

The large-scale sports event in Uzbekistan brought together more than 1,500 participants from 67 countries. Marina Dorjieva adequately represented Kalmykia and took first place in the age group of 60-64 years.

The victory at the marathon in Samarkand was for Dorjieva the fourth in her career. The athlete continues active training. In her immediate plans, she announced participation in the daily race in Moscow.