Mobitel sponsors HCR Fun run

Chinthana WASALA

Sri Lanka telecom has come forward to sponsor the fifth edition of the Hilton Colombo Residence Fun Run which will be held on November 18 at 9.00, am. for the third year. The Fun Run is a part of the HCR ‘Stretch & Stride 2007’ programme.

The event categories are Men’s open, Women’s open, Boy’s under 15 years, Men over 45 years, Women over 45 years and girls under 15 years.

All events will start at the same time but the distance of the route will vary. The adult events route will be 6 km while the under 15 years route will be approximately 3 km. The start and the end of both races will be in front of HCR.

Application forms will be available at the Sports Centre located on the 3rd floor at the Hilton Colombo Residence, 200 Union Place, Colombo 02. Entries will close on 16 November 2007 by 6.00 pm.

The entry fee per participant will be Rs.400 and this entitles them to a T-shirt and cap. The participants and their families will be hosted to a breakfast after the event at the Hilton Colombo Residence. The event will have a carnival atmosphere, a great morning to have some fun and relax with family and friends.

Peter Simson, General Manager, Hilton Colombo residence thanked the Cinnamon Garden and Slave Island Police Stations for their help in choosing the route of the race.