Mersin, Türkiye

The Wings for Life World Run is a truly unique and global race for both runners and wheelchair participants. Instead of a finish line, competitors race side by side to keep ahead of the Virtual Catcher Car. On 2026. gada 10. maijs Wings for Life World Run participants in Türkiye can also run together in Mersin. Meet up with your friends, download the Wings for Life World Run App and join all the other people running until the Virtual Catcher Car catches you of course. The race starts at exactly 14:00:00. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start at 14 km/h and steadily increases its speed until the last athletes have been caught. 100% of all donations and the entry fees go directly into spinal cord research projects.

Our event will start in front of Panayır Caffe. Participants will follow the seaside walking path towards Mersin Marina. After reaching the Marina, they will return along the same route back to Panayır Caffe. The course is completely traffic-free, flat, and runs safely along the coastline. Participants can run at their own pace and cover any distance they prefer.