[비즈한국] The casual running festival ‘Burning Run 2025,’ hosted by BizHankook, was held successfully on the 6th at the plaza in front of the Mulbit Stage at Yeouido Hangang Park. Burning Run, a running event held annually since 2018, celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. This year's competition saw approximately 4,000 participants, primarily runners in their 20s and 30s. Yeouido Hangang Park was filled with a white wave of runners.
From 8 a.m. on the 6th, the plaza in front of the Yeouido Mulbit Stage began to fill with runners wearing Burning Run t-shirts. Hosted by comedian Oh In-taek, excitement for the event built as participants warmed up with mixed martial artist Kwon A-sol.
The course for this year's competition consisted of 5km, 7km, and 10km distances. The 5km course had its turnaround point at Dangsan Railway Bridge, the 7km course at Seongsu Sky Bridge, and the 10km course at the south end of World Cup Bridge.
All participants were provided with a functional t-shirt, a timing chip (for 10km and 7km participants), a bib number, a finisher medal, a digital record certificate, snacks, and beverages.
At the 9 a.m. starting signal, 4,000 participants set off, and the winners crossed the finish line in just over 30 minutes. In the 10km course, Noh Yu-yeon took first place for women with a time of 36 minutes and 30 seconds, while Kaito Iwasa took first place for men with 31 minutes and 7 seconds. Both received a prize of 1 million won each. In the 7km course, Park Ae-ra crossed the finish line in 26 minutes and 45 seconds to win for the women, and Naoto Akiba took the men's top spot with 22 minutes and 8 seconds. They each received a prize of 500,000 won. Winners were also awarded Monomano sports glasses and Muto Teams windbreaker jackets as supplementary prizes.
Naoto Akiba and Kaito Iwasa, who traveled from Tokyo, Japan, said, "It was truly enjoyable. I used to be an athlete when I was younger, and this is my first time in Korea to participate in this event. We will definitely participate again next year."
Park Ae-ra shared her feelings, saying, "I exercise regularly, but I never expected to win a competition at age 50. I am so happy."
Following the awards ceremony, the event continued with various enriching activities. Partner companies such as Monomano, Velthone, Muto Teams, Jonber Sports, Selex, Choco Health, Slim Planet, Sun Body Tanning, Kim Jung-moon Aloe, Lexy Sports, Memorinji, and Habitat for Humanity Korea set up event booths and distributed generous prizes to participants.
This event drew not only participants in their 20s and 30s but also many family units and foreign runners. Some participated in groups from companies or churches. Park Chae-won, who participated with coworkers, said, "This was my first time joining a running competition. It was harder than I expected, but it was a great experience." Jung Eun-hye, who also participated with colleagues, added, "I join running competitions occasionally. This event had exceptionally beautiful scenery. I plan to participate continuously in the future."
After the race, an after-party was held. The Burning Run after-party is a differentiated event known for its 'hip' vibe. A 'Social Media Ranking Challenge' was also held. Participants who posted commemorative photos at the Burning Run photo zone with the hashtags '#BurningRun' and '#BurningRun2025' were awarded prizes including Apple Watches, Monomano Switch Glasses, Monomano Sports Glasses, and Rawrow tote bags. Additionally, impromptu events set to EDM music and various giveaways added to the excitement of the occasion.