Wings for Life - Glasgow
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Wings for Life World Run : Glasgow
The Wings for Life World Run in Glasgow is an app-based running event held in Kelvingrove Park. Participants run while a Virtual Catcher Car follows them on the course instead of a fixed finish line. The format applies to both runners and wheelchair participants, with the event noted as accessible for wheelchair users.
The event route is through Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow. Local event features listed include a refreshment station, timing and race number distribution, and on-site setup. Participation relies on a mobile app that controls the Virtual Catcher Car and records progress.
Charitable funding is a central element of the event: 100% of donations and entry fees are directed to spinal cord research projects. The organiser is Wings for Life World Run and a global partner mentioned is Adidas.
Distances mentioned for the event include:
- 3 km
- 5 km
- 10 km
- 15 km
- 20 km
- 40 km
The description emphasises the app-driven format, the park route, accessibility provisions, and the charitable purpose of the event. Information about meeting points and local updates is provided for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
