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TCS World 10K Bengaluru now to be held on Sept 13

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Bengaluru: Procam International on Friday announced that the 13th edition of ‘World Athletics Gold Label Race, Tata Consultancy Services World 10K Bengaluru will be held on September 13, 2020.

The TCS World 10K Bengaluru was initially scheduled for May 17 but had to be postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic affecting thousands of lives all over the world.

The online registrations for the rescheduled event will commence on July 2.

Hugh Jones, Race Director, TCS World 10K Bengaluru, said, “Postponing the TCSW10K Bengaluru was bowing to the inevitable. It is just not possible to stage a race in currently prevailing conditions. Pushing the race date four months forward allows plans to be made with confidence for a race that is likely to be more competitive than ever.”

Vivek Singh, Joint-MD, Procam International said, “We shall overcome this unprecedented situation and God willing the event will take place on 13th September 2020. We are confident of receiving the same support we have had all these years from the city authorities and everyone else who has been responsible for its success over the years.”

The TCS World 10K, Asia’s only Gold Label 10K, is expected to witness over 25,000 runners, on the start line at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.

Over the past decade, the event has hosted some of the fastest athletes from across the globe. Apart from being a sporting extravaganza, the event has created a positive social impact through its various philanthropic initiatives.

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