The Run 2026 Results and Winners story started a day before the main race, with Kanavu Thadam on September 5. Around 50 children from Sai Kiruba Special School participated in the special run, followed by recognition for three boys and three girls and medals for all participating children.
The evening continued with a waste-management awareness talk and Kanavu Karuththarangam, an OBC rights awareness session featuring invited speakers and guests. Twin sisters Asmitha and Aswija then performed, followed by the traditional Perunchalangai Attam program and dinner, bringing the first day of the Kanavu weekend to a lively close.
What Do the Run 2026 Results and Winners Celebrate?
Sunday’s race day began early with drums and announcements before guests arrived at 5:00 AM. A band welcomed the chief guest for the flag-hoisting ceremony, followed by Tamil Thai Vaalthu, the National Anthem and the official event kick-off.
The morning also included a live address and a short chief guest speech. Runners then enjoyed a twin sisters’ dance performance and a five-minute Zumba warm-up before moving towards their registered race distances. The 10 km began at 6:10 AM, followed by the 5 km at 6:30 AM, 3 km at 6:50 AM and the 1.5 km events from 7:05 AM.
How Were Runners Recognised After the Race?
The Run 2026 Results and Winners recognition covered different levels of achievement.
| Race Distance | Winner Recognition | Awards |
| 1.5 km | 10 boys + 10 girls | Trophy + Medal |
| 3 km | 10 boys + 10 girls | Trophy + Medal |
| 5 km | Top 3 boys + Top 3 girls | Trophy + Medal + Special Sponsor Prizes |
| 10 km | Top 3 boys + Top 3 girls | Trophy + Medal + Special Sponsor Prizes |
| All Participants | Every registered finisher | Medal + E-Certificate |
Recognition was not limited to those who reached the podium.Every participant received a finisher medal and e-certificate, celebrating the effort required to complete their chosen distance.
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Kanavu Weekend Conclude
Breakfast for runners began after the races, followed by winner coordination, another speech, a Zumba team performance and the official prize ceremony at 7:55 AM. The program concluded with a vote of thanks, an overall event presentation and the National Anthem.
From Kanavu Thadam to the final awards, the weekend brought together competition, recognition, awareness and community celebration in one shared experience.
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