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Record Crowds Take Part In 2026 VHI Women's Mini Marathon

Chaltu Dida of Dundrum South Dublin AC claimed victory in a time of 31 minutes and 41 seconds.

A record 30,000 women took to the streets of Dublin today for the 2026 Vhi Women's Mini Marathon, with all entries selling out in just 48 hours.

Chaltu Dida of Dundrum South Dublin AC claimed victory in a time of 31 minutes and 41 seconds, becoming the first Ethiopian winner of the event.

Sorcha Nic Dhomhnaill of Limerick Country Club AC finished second, with twin sister Íde Nic Dhomhnaill taking third place.

Organisers also announced that Vhi has extended its title sponsorship of the event for a further five years.

Since its launch in 1983, the Women's Mini Marathon has raised an estimated €257 million for charities, with more than €2.3 million generated through fundraising platform iDonate alone last year.

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