regulations
CHAPTER 1. THE ORGANIZER AND THE OFFICIAL RACE REGULATION
The ”CHISINAU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON” (hereinafter referred to as “Race”) is organized by A.O. “Sporter” Sports Club in association with SIMPALS and the most popular ads board in Moldova 999.md.
A.O. ”Sporter” Sports Club aims to promote the sport and an active lifestyle among Moldovan citizens, as well as to involve the local community in promoting sports and their advantages.
The Race participants must comply with the rules and terms of the Official Race Regulation (hereinafter referred to as “Official Regulation”). The Official Regulation is accessible on www.marathon.md to all users. By accepting to participate in this Race, participants agree to comply with all the provisions, rules and conditions set forth in this Regulation.
Goals and tasks:
CHAPTER 2. TIME AND PLACE OF THE RACE
2.1. Date and Venue of the Race
The Race will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 09:00, in Chisinau. The start and finish zone will be set in the Great National Assembly Square, according to the provisions set forth in Chapter 3 of this Regulation.
CHAPTER 3. RACE CONDUCT
3.1. This Race is organized both for young people and adults, who will compete on the distances established by the Organizer, depending on age and level of training.
3.2. Competitive Races
All the competitive races are scheduled for Sunday (September 28, 2025).
3.3. Children’s Races
All children’s races will be held on Saturday (September 27, 2025). The racing schedule will be published on the official website. The children’s Race Regulation is available HERE.
3.4. Race Tracks
The Race track will be bordered by fences and special markings, and will be supervised by volunteers and organizers, who will monitorize the situation at various segments of the track. Track description and map are available on the official website of the Race.
3.4.1. Track Modification and Race Cancellation
In case of adverse weather conditions, the organizers reserve the right to change the track, time limits or even to stop / cancel / postpone the Race.
The participants will be informed via email and more detailed information will be available on the Race website.
3.5. Registration and Terms of Participation
3.5.1. Registration
Registration is completed online by filling out the form at www.marathon.md.
At registration, each participant will:
Attention! The number of participants is limited. Number of slots available for each type of race:
3.5.2. Terms of Participation
In order to receive the starter package, the participant must meet the following conditions:
3.6. Race Kit
The race kit contains an official T-shirt, an official backpack, a BIB number with a built-in timing chip.
The kit may also include promotional materials / objects from partners.
After the crossing of the finish line, the participants, who have fallen within the time limit, will receive the medal.
The organizers make every effort to provide each participant with the event t-shirt in the size indicated in the participant's registration. However, the organizers do not guarantee that the size of the t-shirt in the race kit will match the one specified in the participant's application.
3.7. Race Withdrawal
If the participant decides to withdraw from the Race or not to come, the participation fee will NOT be refunded. In this case, we recommend to find another person to participate instead of the registered participant, with the possibility of transmitting the starter package.
3.8. Modification of Entry Data
For marathon, half-marathon, 10.5K and 5K participants, registration changes (registration transfer to another person, personal data edit) are possible at least 30 days before the date of the event. The option costs 50 MDL.
The following information is necessary to make the changes:
From the slot owner: OrderID, first and last name, date of birth, phone number, e-mail, t-shirt size.
From the person to whom the slot is transferred: first and last name, date of birth, phone number, e-mail, t-shirt size.
!!! Race distance cannot be changed !!!
For changes to be made, physical presence is required at the Sporter office, 28/1 Cala Orheiului St., 2nd floor. The the exchange fee is 50 MDL.
3.9. Payment Methods
3.9.1. Participation payment for natural persons:
Payment can be made online via Visa, Master or Raduga Cards; via terminals (QIWI, Run Pay, MMPS) or by cash at the Organizer’s headquarters. More details on payment methods are available on the official website of the event www.sporter.md.
3.9.2. Participation payment for legal persons:
Legal persons may pay the participation fee by bank transfer or card. In order to request a participation payment account, the legal person must register all employees who wish to participate in the Race, therefore, an online form is available on www.sporter.md, with the cash payment method included.
After all employees of the legal entity are registered in the form, an email with the company’s identification data, the list of participants and the chosen distances should be sent to event@sport.md. After the payment, the Organizer will confirm the employees registration.
3.10. Declaration of Personal Responsibility
By registering, the participant agrees to the declaration of responsibility, thereby confirming their participation and physical readiness.
3.11. Race Equipment. BIB number
The BIB number is offered by the Organizer. BIB numbers (with built-in timing chips) for marathon, half marathon and 10.5 km race are included in the participant’s race kit and handed out in accordance with the previously published schedule.
The race kits will be handed out to all registered participants who do not reside in Chisinau on the race day (between 06:00-08:30).
The participant is responsible for the electronic timing chip (which is attached to the BIB number) not to be stripped off, damaged or covered by clothing.
Any participant who does not wear the BIB number on the T-shirt or wears another number instead of the one given by the organizer, will be automatically disqualified.
It is unacceptable to change, replace (in case of loss) or exchange the BIB number with other participants on the race day. These deviations lead to disqualification.
The timing system calculates each participant’s time by registering each passing through the electronic mat: at the start line, track control zones and finish line.
Attention! Participants who will not pass through all control zones will be automatically disqualified. The participant is responsible for wearing the BIB number on the T-shirt, on the front side, and not damaging the electronic chip.
3.12. Start - Time Limits - Reopening the Roads for Traffic
Please, get acquainted with the start time of each race on www.marathon.md.
Participants, who exceed the time limit, will be warned by the technical officials and will have to go to the start/finish zone.
Attention! It is forbidden to continue the race after exceeding the time limit. After the time limit, the road traffic shall be reopened and the Organizer is no further responsible for participants’ safety.
3.13. Establishment of Results
The official ranking for marathon, half marathon, 10.5 km race and 5 km race will be determined using the chip data and will be accessible on the Race website within a maximum of 24 hours from the end of the races.
The first 3 men and the first 3 women will be awarded in the individual race.
The awarding for ABSOLUT category is made according to the GUN TIME (the time recorded from the official start till crossing the finish line).
The awarding for AGE GROUP is made according to NET TIME (the time recorded from crossing the start line till crossing the finish line).
There is no age group awarding for the 5 km race.
3.14. Disqualification
Participants will be disqualified in the following situations:
3.15. Contestations
Any participant may submit a complaint against other participant, who has violated the race rules, or against the technical officials’ decisions.
CHAPTER 4. TITLES AND PRIZES
4.1. Titles and Prizes
ABSOLUT Award
Marathon (42 km 195 m)
Six awarded places: men and women, places I-VI.
Money prizes:
Half marathon (21.097 km)
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
ABSOLUT 10 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
ABSOLUT 5 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
CATEGORY by Age awarding for
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Half marathon (21.097 km), marathon 42 km 195 m (male / female):
The participation certificates will be in an electronic format and will be available for download from the official website within a maximum of 2 days after the end of the race.
The ABSOLUT awarding is made according to the Gun Time, but the AGE GROUP awarding is made according to the Personal Time.
The official awards ceremony will be held in the start/ finish zone. To learn about the exact time of the awards ceremony, please refer to the official race schedule.
CHAPTER 5. ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS
5.1. Administrative conditions (during races)
The ”Sporter” Sports Club is responsible for organizing the event and, if necessary, other co-organizers.
Participants, who withdraw during the Race, are required to go to the start / finish zone to notify the local track referee about it.
At the start/ finish zone, the medical staff will be available to help in case of accidents.
Within the Chisinau Big Hearts Marathon, participants in the Elite category are provided with the opportunity to independently place energy gels along the course. However, it is important to note that the participant bears full responsibility for the placement and ensuring the use of these gels solely by themselves.
The organizers of the marathon do not assume responsibility for the energy gels provided by participants and do not guarantee their availability or usage by other participants in the competition.
We kindly request that you monitor your own resources and ensure their usage by you exclusively, excluding the possibility of other participants using them. This will help ensure fair and equal conditions for all marathon participants.
5.2. Exceptional administrative conditions
5.3. Administrative conditions (general)
According to this Regulation, the Organizer will publicly announce the winners of the Race and the awarded prizes. The winners list will be published on the official website within a maximum of 7 days.
The Organizer is committed to keep confidentiality of personal data of the participants / winners of the Race and to use it in accordance with this Regulation, the Declaration of responsibility and the legislation in force.
Participants are forbidden to litter in the racing area, otherwise, they will be disqualified. The garbage can be dropped in trash bins or in garbage bags provided by the Organizer in the start / finish zones. At the end of the Race, the Organizer will ensure that the waste is removed and carried away in special areas.
It is prohibited to take part in races/ competitions for persons who have alcoholic drinks/ drugs or who are under the influence of these substances; persons carrying any kind of weapons, explosives and / or incendiary materials, substances with an irritating or tearing or paralyzing effect, taser or other objects, which can be used for violent actions or disrupting the normal course of the event.
Persons who violate these provisions will be expelled by the Organizer from the event area, with the support of law enforcement agencies, if necessary.
The Organizer reserves the right to make changes in this Regulation before the Race start date and commit to inform about the changes made on the official website and at the Race venue.
5.4. Hydration areas
In accordance with international rules, hydration areas (bottled water, fruits) will be set along the track, as well as in the start / finish zones. At the finish line, all participants will receive bottled water, fruit and energy drinks, if necessary. Participants are required to drop the plastic bottles and glasses in the bins close to hydration areas, in order to ease the cleaning process.
5.5. First aid - ambulance
First aid will be provided by an ambulance set by the Organizer in the start / finish zones or in other areas, where necessary. If a cyclist is injured, the track referees will call the ambulance, which will immediately arrive for assistance. The participants who withdraw from the race are required to notify the Organizer about their decision.
5.6. Other conditions
Supporters (family members, friends) may stay close to the track, but out of it, in order to not hinder the normal course of the event. During the Race, road traffic will be reduced on all tracks, as much as possible.
The Organizer will ensure the following:
CHAPTER 6. OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1. Participants’ Obligations and Responsibilities
Participants must visibly wear on the chest the BIB number during the race.
Participants who withdraw from the race must immediately inform the Organizer either at start/ finish zones, at timing segments or via phone (using the emergency number, which will be given beforehand or published on the official website). If the participant does not announce his/ her decision, rescue crews may be involved in tracking and, eventually, the participant will have to pay the expenses for this service.
Participants who have undergone an accident or any physical or material damage, renounce, in a written form at registration, to the right to claim damages or appeal against any person involved in race organization, especially: Organizer, volunteers (either legal or natural persons), sponsors, public institutions that support the race (mayor’s office, local council, police etc.).
Participants bear full civil, contravention and criminal responsibility for the damages caused by third parties during the race.
If an accident has occurred, participants must report it to the nearest control zone.
Participants must be aware that the Organizer makes every effort to suspend traffic during the race, but they are fully responsible to carefully cross the streets on open crossroads, to comply with police and volunteers instructions in any situation.
Participants must understand that the Organizer makes every effort to give each participant the appropriate size of the T-shirt, but in case the Organizer lacks the appropriate size, the participant will accept any other size.
Participant is responsible for lost or forgotten objects on the track.
6.2. Organizer’s Responsibility
The Organizer is obligated to:
Organize a technical meeting prior to the race; announce any changes, which are more important than the information presented earlier.
CHAPTER 7. PRIVACY POLICY
Organizer’s privacy commitment
We strive to protect our website, services and users from unauthorized access or modification and from unauthorized disclosure or destruction of information we possess.
We will never disclose / sell confidential information to unauthorized third parties, and, by all available means, we will ensure that this information is secured.
What kind of personal data does the Organizer collect?
By the registration form, the Organizer collects the following personal data: name, surname, date of birth, gender, e-mail, phone, identity ID number, IDNP and residence address.
Where is this information stored?
The data from the registration form is stored in the Organizer’s database.
What is the data used for?
The personal data from the registration form is used for the following purposes:
Who has access to this data?
Only the Organizer - the A.O. SPORTER Sports Club - has access to this data.
7.1 Data Protection Authority
Contact details of the Data Protection Officer A.O. Clubul Sportiv „SPORTER”: privacy@simpals.com
For issues regarding data protection, you can contact the local authority represented by: National Center for Personal Data ProtectionAddress: MD-2004, Republic of Moldova, Chisinau, 48 Serghei Lazo Street Website: http://www.datepersonale.md/
CHAPTER 8. IDENTIFICATION AND BANKING DATA
A.O. Sports Club ”SPORTER”
Headquarter: 28/1 Calea Orheiului Street, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD-2059
Working schedule:
Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:00;
Lunch break: 12:00 -13:00 / 13:00 -14:00;
Rest days: Saturday and Sunday.
IDNO / Fiscal Code 1013620009909,
IBAN MD53VI000002224003323MDL in ”Victoriabank” S.A., Branch No. 3, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova.
BIC VICBMD2X416
Phone No.: (+373) 22-111-072
e-mail: event@sporter.md
website: www.sporter.md
Sporter President - Dmitri VOLOSHIN
The ”CHISINAU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON” (hereinafter referred to as “Race”) is organized by A.O. “Sporter” Sports Club in association with SIMPALS and the most popular ads board in Moldova 999.md.
A.O. ”Sporter” Sports Club aims to promote the sport and an active lifestyle among Moldovan citizens, as well as to involve the local community in promoting sports and their advantages.
The Race participants must comply with the rules and terms of the Official Race Regulation (hereinafter referred to as “Official Regulation”). The Official Regulation is accessible on www.marathon.md to all users. By accepting to participate in this Race, participants agree to comply with all the provisions, rules and conditions set forth in this Regulation.
Goals and tasks:
- promote the healthy lifestyle;
- improve participants’ sports skills;
- identify the strongest participants from the relevant categories;
- establish friendly relationships between sports amateurs and professionals.
CHAPTER 2. TIME AND PLACE OF THE RACE
2.1. Date and Venue of the Race
The Race will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 09:00, in Chisinau. The start and finish zone will be set in the Great National Assembly Square, according to the provisions set forth in Chapter 3 of this Regulation.
CHAPTER 3. RACE CONDUCT
3.1. This Race is organized both for young people and adults, who will compete on the distances established by the Organizer, depending on age and level of training.
- Participants in the marathon (42 km 195 m) must be at least 14 years old on or before the day of the event (ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY PARENTS OR A COACH!). Participants aged 18 and older can participate independently.
- Participants in the half marathon (21 km 0975 m) must be at least 14 years old on or before the day of the event (ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY PARENTS OR A COACH!). Participants aged 18 and older can participate independently.
- Participants in the 10.5 km race must be at least 14 years old on or before the day of the event (ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY PARENTS OR A COACH!). Participants aged 16 and older can participate independently.
- Participants in the 5 km race must be at least 12 years old on or before the day of the event (ONLY IF ACCOMPANIED BY PARENTS OR A COACH!). Participants aged 16 and older can participate independently.
3.2. Competitive Races
All the competitive races are scheduled for Sunday (September 28, 2025).
- Marathon - individual race for 42 km 195 m;
- Half marathon - individual race for 21 km km 0975 m;
- 10.5 km race - individual race;
- 5 km race - individual race;
3.3. Children’s Races
All children’s races will be held on Saturday (September 27, 2025). The racing schedule will be published on the official website. The children’s Race Regulation is available HERE.
3.4. Race Tracks
The Race track will be bordered by fences and special markings, and will be supervised by volunteers and organizers, who will monitorize the situation at various segments of the track. Track description and map are available on the official website of the Race.
- 5 km race: Great National Assembly Square - Stefan cel Mare Av. (to Ismail St.) - Stefan cel Mare Av. (to Toma Ciorba St.) - Great National Assembly Square;
- 10 km race: Great National Assembly Square - Stefan cel Mare Av. - Ciuflea St. - Dacia Av. (to Trandafirilor St.) - Dacia Av. - Ciuflea St. - Stefan cel Mare Av. (to Toma Ciorba St.) - Stefan cel Mare Av. - Great National Assembly Square;
- Half marathon (21 km): Great National Assembly Square - Stefan cel Mare Av. - Ciuflea St. - Dacia Av. (to Trandafirilor St.) - Dacia Av. - Ciuflea St. - Stefan cel Mare Av. (to Toma Ciorba St.) - Stefan cel Mare Av. - Great National Assembly Square (2x10.5 km laps);
- Marathon (42.195 km): Great National Assembly Square - Stefan cel Mare Av. - Ciuflea St. - Dacia Av. (to Trandafirilor St.) - Dacia Av. - Ciuflea St. - Stefan cel Mare Av. (to Toma Ciorba St.) - Stefan cel Mare Av. - Great National Assembly Square (4x10.5 km laps).
3.4.1. Track Modification and Race Cancellation
In case of adverse weather conditions, the organizers reserve the right to change the track, time limits or even to stop / cancel / postpone the Race.
The participants will be informed via email and more detailed information will be available on the Race website.
3.5. Registration and Terms of Participation
3.5.1. Registration
Registration is completed online by filling out the form at www.marathon.md.
At registration, each participant will:
- declare that he / she understands and accepts the rules and conditions of participation in the ”Chisinau International Marathon”, as well as the terms of the Race Regulation.
- agree that his/ her photos and other public data, such as Race results, Race table, may be used in promotional materials, such as photos, posters, videoclips, interviews, etc.
Attention! The number of participants is limited. Number of slots available for each type of race:
- Marathon - 300 participants
- Half marathon - 600 participants
- 10.5 km race - 1000 participants
- 5 km race - 1100
3.5.2. Terms of Participation
In order to receive the starter package, the participant must meet the following conditions:
- be at least 16 years old (participants who have not yet reached the legal age must submit a written consent from their parents and/or their coach)
- must provide confirmation of payment for participation.
- must present the identity card or, if necessary, the original birth certificate.
3.6. Race Kit
The race kit contains an official T-shirt, an official backpack, a BIB number with a built-in timing chip.
The kit may also include promotional materials / objects from partners.
After the crossing of the finish line, the participants, who have fallen within the time limit, will receive the medal.
The organizers make every effort to provide each participant with the event t-shirt in the size indicated in the participant's registration. However, the organizers do not guarantee that the size of the t-shirt in the race kit will match the one specified in the participant's application.
3.7. Race Withdrawal
If the participant decides to withdraw from the Race or not to come, the participation fee will NOT be refunded. In this case, we recommend to find another person to participate instead of the registered participant, with the possibility of transmitting the starter package.
3.8. Modification of Entry Data
For marathon, half-marathon, 10.5K and 5K participants, registration changes (registration transfer to another person, personal data edit) are possible at least 30 days before the date of the event. The option costs 50 MDL.
The following information is necessary to make the changes:
From the slot owner: OrderID, first and last name, date of birth, phone number, e-mail, t-shirt size.
From the person to whom the slot is transferred: first and last name, date of birth, phone number, e-mail, t-shirt size.
!!! Race distance cannot be changed !!!
For changes to be made, physical presence is required at the Sporter office, 28/1 Cala Orheiului St., 2nd floor. The the exchange fee is 50 MDL.
3.9. Payment Methods
3.9.1. Participation payment for natural persons:
Payment can be made online via Visa, Master or Raduga Cards; via terminals (QIWI, Run Pay, MMPS) or by cash at the Organizer’s headquarters. More details on payment methods are available on the official website of the event www.sporter.md.
3.9.2. Participation payment for legal persons:
Legal persons may pay the participation fee by bank transfer or card. In order to request a participation payment account, the legal person must register all employees who wish to participate in the Race, therefore, an online form is available on www.sporter.md, with the cash payment method included.
After all employees of the legal entity are registered in the form, an email with the company’s identification data, the list of participants and the chosen distances should be sent to event@sport.md. After the payment, the Organizer will confirm the employees registration.
3.10. Declaration of Personal Responsibility
By registering, the participant agrees to the declaration of responsibility, thereby confirming their participation and physical readiness.
3.11. Race Equipment. BIB number
The BIB number is offered by the Organizer. BIB numbers (with built-in timing chips) for marathon, half marathon and 10.5 km race are included in the participant’s race kit and handed out in accordance with the previously published schedule.
The race kits will be handed out to all registered participants who do not reside in Chisinau on the race day (between 06:00-08:30).
The participant is responsible for the electronic timing chip (which is attached to the BIB number) not to be stripped off, damaged or covered by clothing.
Any participant who does not wear the BIB number on the T-shirt or wears another number instead of the one given by the organizer, will be automatically disqualified.
It is unacceptable to change, replace (in case of loss) or exchange the BIB number with other participants on the race day. These deviations lead to disqualification.
The timing system calculates each participant’s time by registering each passing through the electronic mat: at the start line, track control zones and finish line.
Attention! Participants who will not pass through all control zones will be automatically disqualified. The participant is responsible for wearing the BIB number on the T-shirt, on the front side, and not damaging the electronic chip.
3.12. Start - Time Limits - Reopening the Roads for Traffic
Please, get acquainted with the start time of each race on www.marathon.md.
- Marathon time is 6 hours.
- Half marathon time is 3 hours.
- 10.5 km race time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- 5 km race time is 45 minutes.
Participants, who exceed the time limit, will be warned by the technical officials and will have to go to the start/finish zone.
Attention! It is forbidden to continue the race after exceeding the time limit. After the time limit, the road traffic shall be reopened and the Organizer is no further responsible for participants’ safety.
3.13. Establishment of Results
The official ranking for marathon, half marathon, 10.5 km race and 5 km race will be determined using the chip data and will be accessible on the Race website within a maximum of 24 hours from the end of the races.
The first 3 men and the first 3 women will be awarded in the individual race.
The awarding for ABSOLUT category is made according to the GUN TIME (the time recorded from the official start till crossing the finish line).
The awarding for AGE GROUP is made according to NET TIME (the time recorded from crossing the start line till crossing the finish line).
There is no age group awarding for the 5 km race.
3.14. Disqualification
Participants will be disqualified in the following situations:
- Non-compliance with Organizer’s instructions regarding the mandatory equipment and non-wearing of the BIB number on the front side of the T-shirt.
- Unsportsmanlike behaviour.
- Non-compliance with Organizer’s or volunteers’ instructions.
- Track shortening.
- Usage of any transportation during the race.
- Organizer or ambulance service considers that the participant can not continue due to an injury.
- Exchange or loss of the BIB number.
- Exceeding the time limits.
- In case of help by pacemaker participating at a different distance (disqualification of both participants)
- For entering the track of the competition after the finish to pace another participant (disqualification of both participants)
3.15. Contestations
Any participant may submit a complaint against other participant, who has violated the race rules, or against the technical officials’ decisions.
CHAPTER 4. TITLES AND PRIZES
4.1. Titles and Prizes
ABSOLUT Award
Marathon (42 km 195 m)
Six awarded places: men and women, places I-VI.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 15,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 10,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 8,000 MDL
- 4th place - 4,000 MDL
- 5th place - 3,000 MDL
- 6th place - 2,000 MDL
Half marathon (21.097 km)
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 7,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 5,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 3,000 MDL
ABSOLUT 10 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 4,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 2,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 1,000 MDL
ABSOLUT 5 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 3,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 2,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 1,000 MDL
CATEGORY by Age awarding for
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Half marathon (21.097 km), marathon 42 km 195 m (male / female):
- aged between 14-19
- aged between 20-24
- aged between 25-29
- aged between 30-34
- aged between 35-39
- aged between 40-44
- aged between 45-49
- aged between 50-54
- aged between 55-59
- aged between 60-64
- aged between 65-70
- aged between 70-74
- aged between 75-79
- aged 80+
The participation certificates will be in an electronic format and will be available for download from the official website within a maximum of 2 days after the end of the race.
The ABSOLUT awarding is made according to the Gun Time, but the AGE GROUP awarding is made according to the Personal Time.
The official awards ceremony will be held in the start/ finish zone. To learn about the exact time of the awards ceremony, please refer to the official race schedule.
CHAPTER 5. ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS
5.1. Administrative conditions (during races)
The ”Sporter” Sports Club is responsible for organizing the event and, if necessary, other co-organizers.
Participants, who withdraw during the Race, are required to go to the start / finish zone to notify the local track referee about it.
At the start/ finish zone, the medical staff will be available to help in case of accidents.
Within the Chisinau Big Hearts Marathon, participants in the Elite category are provided with the opportunity to independently place energy gels along the course. However, it is important to note that the participant bears full responsibility for the placement and ensuring the use of these gels solely by themselves.
The organizers of the marathon do not assume responsibility for the energy gels provided by participants and do not guarantee their availability or usage by other participants in the competition.
We kindly request that you monitor your own resources and ensure their usage by you exclusively, excluding the possibility of other participants using them. This will help ensure fair and equal conditions for all marathon participants.
5.2. Exceptional administrative conditions
- In case of exceptional situations, which hinder the safe conduct of the event (e.g. extreme weather conditions), the event will be postponed or canceled.
- If the event is postponed, the participation fees are not refunded.
- If the event is canceled, the participants will receive the full starter package and the participation fee will be refunded.
5.3. Administrative conditions (general)
According to this Regulation, the Organizer will publicly announce the winners of the Race and the awarded prizes. The winners list will be published on the official website within a maximum of 7 days.
The Organizer is committed to keep confidentiality of personal data of the participants / winners of the Race and to use it in accordance with this Regulation, the Declaration of responsibility and the legislation in force.
Participants are forbidden to litter in the racing area, otherwise, they will be disqualified. The garbage can be dropped in trash bins or in garbage bags provided by the Organizer in the start / finish zones. At the end of the Race, the Organizer will ensure that the waste is removed and carried away in special areas.
It is prohibited to take part in races/ competitions for persons who have alcoholic drinks/ drugs or who are under the influence of these substances; persons carrying any kind of weapons, explosives and / or incendiary materials, substances with an irritating or tearing or paralyzing effect, taser or other objects, which can be used for violent actions or disrupting the normal course of the event.
Persons who violate these provisions will be expelled by the Organizer from the event area, with the support of law enforcement agencies, if necessary.
The Organizer reserves the right to make changes in this Regulation before the Race start date and commit to inform about the changes made on the official website and at the Race venue.
5.4. Hydration areas
In accordance with international rules, hydration areas (bottled water, fruits) will be set along the track, as well as in the start / finish zones. At the finish line, all participants will receive bottled water, fruit and energy drinks, if necessary. Participants are required to drop the plastic bottles and glasses in the bins close to hydration areas, in order to ease the cleaning process.
5.5. First aid - ambulance
First aid will be provided by an ambulance set by the Organizer in the start / finish zones or in other areas, where necessary. If a cyclist is injured, the track referees will call the ambulance, which will immediately arrive for assistance. The participants who withdraw from the race are required to notify the Organizer about their decision.
5.6. Other conditions
Supporters (family members, friends) may stay close to the track, but out of it, in order to not hinder the normal course of the event. During the Race, road traffic will be reduced on all tracks, as much as possible.
The Organizer will ensure the following:
- healthcare;
- police crews, in accordance with the provisions of this Regulation
CHAPTER 6. OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1. Participants’ Obligations and Responsibilities
Participants must visibly wear on the chest the BIB number during the race.
Participants who withdraw from the race must immediately inform the Organizer either at start/ finish zones, at timing segments or via phone (using the emergency number, which will be given beforehand or published on the official website). If the participant does not announce his/ her decision, rescue crews may be involved in tracking and, eventually, the participant will have to pay the expenses for this service.
Participants who have undergone an accident or any physical or material damage, renounce, in a written form at registration, to the right to claim damages or appeal against any person involved in race organization, especially: Organizer, volunteers (either legal or natural persons), sponsors, public institutions that support the race (mayor’s office, local council, police etc.).
Participants bear full civil, contravention and criminal responsibility for the damages caused by third parties during the race.
If an accident has occurred, participants must report it to the nearest control zone.
Participants must be aware that the Organizer makes every effort to suspend traffic during the race, but they are fully responsible to carefully cross the streets on open crossroads, to comply with police and volunteers instructions in any situation.
Participants must understand that the Organizer makes every effort to give each participant the appropriate size of the T-shirt, but in case the Organizer lacks the appropriate size, the participant will accept any other size.
Participant is responsible for lost or forgotten objects on the track.
6.2. Organizer’s Responsibility
The Organizer is obligated to:
- Mark appropriately the track, so that the participants will not deviate from it.
- Highlight the dangerous segments of the track.
- Provide 3 revitalization zones on the track.
- Award the participants according to the provisions set forth in the Awarding chapter.
- Install timing points on the track.
Organize a technical meeting prior to the race; announce any changes, which are more important than the information presented earlier.
CHAPTER 7. PRIVACY POLICY
Organizer’s privacy commitment
We strive to protect our website, services and users from unauthorized access or modification and from unauthorized disclosure or destruction of information we possess.
We will never disclose / sell confidential information to unauthorized third parties, and, by all available means, we will ensure that this information is secured.
What kind of personal data does the Organizer collect?
By the registration form, the Organizer collects the following personal data: name, surname, date of birth, gender, e-mail, phone, identity ID number, IDNP and residence address.
Where is this information stored?
The data from the registration form is stored in the Organizer’s database.
What is the data used for?
The personal data from the registration form is used for the following purposes:
- to offer the sportsman a possibility to participate in the race;
- to automatically fill in the Declaration of responsibility, which the participant has to sign;
- to provide useful information regarding the current and future races by email;
- to automatically classify the participant to his / her age group.
Who has access to this data?
Only the Organizer - the A.O. SPORTER Sports Club - has access to this data.
7.1 Data Protection Authority
Contact details of the Data Protection Officer A.O. Clubul Sportiv „SPORTER”: privacy@simpals.com
For issues regarding data protection, you can contact the local authority represented by: National Center for Personal Data ProtectionAddress: MD-2004, Republic of Moldova, Chisinau, 48 Serghei Lazo Street Website: http://www.datepersonale.md/
CHAPTER 8. IDENTIFICATION AND BANKING DATA
A.O. Sports Club ”SPORTER”
Headquarter: 28/1 Calea Orheiului Street, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, MD-2059
Working schedule:
Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 18:00;
Lunch break: 12:00 -13:00 / 13:00 -14:00;
Rest days: Saturday and Sunday.
IDNO / Fiscal Code 1013620009909,
IBAN MD53VI000002224003323MDL in ”Victoriabank” S.A., Branch No. 3, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova.
BIC VICBMD2X416
Phone No.: (+373) 22-111-072
e-mail: event@sporter.md
website: www.sporter.md
Sporter President - Dmitri VOLOSHIN
SECTION 1. ORGANIZER AND OFFICIAL REGULATION OF THE COMPETITION
The competition «CHISINAU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON» (hereinafter referred to as «Competition») is organized by A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” (NGO Sports Club “Sporter”), in partnership with “SIMPALS” company and the largest classifieds website in Moldova 999.md
A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” aims to promote sporting activities and a healthy lifestyle among the citizens of the Republic of Moldova, and also to involve the local community in actions of promoting sport and its benefits.
Participants must comply with the terms and conditions of the Official Competition Regulations (hereinafter referred to as «Official Regulations»). The Official Regulations are available for free to every applicant on the website www.marathon.md. By participating in this Competition, participants agree to observe and to comply with all rules, terms and conditions of these Official Regulations
Half marathon (21.097 km)
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
Marathon for All 10 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
Marathon for All 5 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
7.1 Data Protection Authority
Contact details of the Data Protection A.O. Clubul Sportiv „SPORTER”: privacy@simpals.com
For issues regarding data protection, you can contact the local authority represented by: National Center for Personal Data ProtectionAddress: MD-2004, Republic of Moldova, Chisinau, 48 Serghei Lazo Street Website: http://www.datepersonale.md/
The competition «CHISINAU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON» (hereinafter referred to as «Competition») is organized by A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” (NGO Sports Club “Sporter”), in partnership with “SIMPALS” company and the largest classifieds website in Moldova 999.md
A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” aims to promote sporting activities and a healthy lifestyle among the citizens of the Republic of Moldova, and also to involve the local community in actions of promoting sport and its benefits.
Participants must comply with the terms and conditions of the Official Competition Regulations (hereinafter referred to as «Official Regulations»). The Official Regulations are available for free to every applicant on the website www.marathon.md. By participating in this Competition, participants agree to observe and to comply with all rules, terms and conditions of these Official Regulations
SECTION 2. PERIOD AND COMPETITION AREA
2.1. DATE AND PLACE OF THE COMPETITION:
Distances 10 km, 21 km and 5 km - the competition will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, start at 08:55 AM in Chisinau. Line-up of the participants at the start will begin from 08:00 AM in PWD area protected by the dividing fences in front of the start arch. The start and finish area being located in the Great National Assembly Square – GNAS (Piața Marii Adunări Naționale), according to Organizational Aspects, as mentioned in SECTION 3 of these Regulations.
Fun Run 1,5 km - the competition will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, start at 09:00 AM in Chisinau. Line-up of the participants at the start will begin from 08:00 AM in PWD area protected by the dividing fences in front of the start arch. The start and finish area being located in the Great National Assembly Square – GNAS (Piața Marii Adunări Naționale), according to Organizational Aspects, as mentioned in SECTION 3 of these Regulations.
SECTION 3. ORGANIZATIONAL ASPECTS
3.1. PARTICIPANTS AND CONDUCT OF THE COMPETITION
This Competition equally aims at children, youth and adults at wheelchairs, who will compete at the distances established by the organizers, depending on their age and level of training.
- For the half-marathon competition (21 km 0975 m) are eligible only people who turned 18 years old before or on the race day who can compete by themselves or with partial assistance of assistants who will stand at the hydration points.
- For the competition 10,5 km race are eligible only people who turned 16 years old before or on the race day who can compete by themselves or with partial assistance of assistants who will stand at the hydration points. If the participant needs constant assistance in overcoming the distance, the assistant must be indicated in the registration form.
- For the competition 5 km race are eligible only people who turned 16 years old before or on the race day who can compete by themselves or with partial assistance of assistants who will stand at the hydration points. If the participant needs constant assistance in overcoming the distance, the assistant must be indicated in the registration form.
- For the competition Fun Run (1,5 km) all comers, regardless of age, are allowed, who can compete by themselves or with partial assistance of assistants, which can be provided by organizers. If the participant needs constant assistance in overcoming the distance, the assistant must be indicated in the registration form.
Everyone who wishes to participate in the competition shall access the “Information” page in “Marathon for All” section then register until the deadline stated on it. For the competitive races, there will be NO registration on the day of competition.
3.2. COMPETITIVE DISTANCES
All the competitive distances will take place on Sunday (September 28, 2025).
Half Marathon – individual race of 21.097 km;
10 K Race – individual race;
5 K Race – individual race;
Fun Run– 1.5 km will be held on September 28th as well.
3.3 ROUTE
The racetrack will be marked by the organizers using fences and restrictive bands, and will be observed by contest judges and policemen located at different points along the racetrack. Description and route map are available on the official website of the competition.
- Fun Run (1.5 km): Great National Assembly Square (GNAS) - Stefan cel Mare Av.- Vasile Alecsandri St. - Veronica Micle St. - Mitropolit Banulescu Bodoni St - Finish;
- 5 K Race (10,5 km): GNAS –Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. –Ciuflea Str.–Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. (up to Toma Ciorba Str.) – Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. – GNAS;
- 10 K Race (10,5 km): GNAS –Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. –Ciuflea Str.– Dacia Blvd. (up to Trandafirilor Str.) –Dacia Blvd. –Ciuflea Str. – Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. (up to Toma Ciorba Str.) – Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. – GNAS;
- Half marathon (21 km): GNAS –Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. –Ciuflea Str.– Dacia Blvd. (up to Trandafirilor Str.) –Dacia Blvd. –Ciuflea Str. – Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. (up to Toma Ciorba Str.) – Ștefan cel Mare Blvd. – GNAS; (2 circles, each of 10.5 km);
Route change or race cancellation.
In case of bad weather conditions, organizers reserve the right to change the route, time limits or even delay/cancel/postpone the competition.
In these cases, participants will be announced by e-mail, and additional information will be published on the competition website.
3.4. REGISTRATION AND PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
3.4.1 Registration
Participants should register online, on the website Registration link.
By fulfilling the registration form, each participant:
- declares that he/she accepts and understands the terms and conditions of participation in “Chisinau International Marathon”, as well as the competition rules and regulations.
- agrees that his/her images and other public data, as the obtained results, the competition leaderboard, can be used in promotional materials of the event, including photos, videos, interviews, posters, etc.
Incomplete forms will be considered invalid and will be cancelled.
3.4.2 Participation conditions
In order to participate in the competition and receive the race kit, the following conditions shall be observed:
1) The runner must be at least 18 years old (participants under 18 years of age shall provide a written agreement from parents and/or coach).
3) The runner must provide an original identity document.
The organizer reserves the right to refuse a participant’s registration or remove a participant from the race for objective reasons.
3.5. RACE KIT
The race kit includes the official T-shirt, official backpack, bib number with a built-in timing chip.
May also include other promotional materials/objects from partners.
After crossing the finish line, participants who managed to match the time limits will be awarded with the official medal of the event.
3.6. PARTICIPATION FEE
Entry fees for all races:
- Half Marathon ( 21 km ) - free. Every participant receives official T-shirt, backpack and finisher’s medal.
- 10,5 km race - free. Every participant receives official T-shirt, backpack and finisher’s medal.
- 5 km race - free. Every participant receives official T-shirt, backpack and finisher’s medal.
- Fun Run race (1,5 km) – free. Every participant receives official T-shirt.
3.7. DECLARATION OF PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
For Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K 5K Race, upon picking up the race kit, participants shall sign a declaration of personal responsibility, thereby confirming their participation and physical training.
Registrants under 18 years of age must have the declaration of personal responsibility signed by a parent.
3.8. COMPETITION EQUIPMENT. BIB NUMBERS
BIB numbers will be provided by the organizers.
For Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Race, BIB numbers (with an attached timing chip) will be issued to competitors with the race kit, according to the schedule.
In exceptional cases, on the event day, race kits will be issued (between 06:00 – 08:30) only to confirmed participants who do not have a residence in Chisinau.
For marathon, half marathon and 10.5 km race, for safety reasons, participant is allowed to compete only with a helmet.
Participants are allowed to start on simple or athletic wheelchairs, without auxiliary electric appliances.
Participants are responsible for verifying that the timing chip embedded in the BIB number is NOT detached, damaged or covered by outwear.
Any participant who does not wear his/her contest number on the front or wears someone else’s BIB number instead of the one issued by the organizer will be disqualified.
On the competition day, changing or replacing the BIB number in case of loss or exchange of BIB numbers between participants will NOT be possible. These violations lead to disqualification.
The timing system calculates each runner’s result by split times at official timing checkpoints – at the start, in timing checkpoints and at the finish.
ATTENTION! Runners with missing split times at official timing checkpoints will be automatically disqualified. Participants are responsible for verifying that the BIB number is worn on the front of T-shirt and that the timing device is not damaged.
3.9. START – TIME LIMIT – ROADS REOPENING
Please consult the official program of the event on the official site www.marathon.md to find out the starting times for each trial.
For marathon the time limit is 3 hours.
For half marathon the time limit is 3 hours.
For the 10K race the time limit is 3 hours.
For the 5K race the time limit is 3 hours.
Participants who will come to the Finish after this time limits will not be included in the race leaderboard and will not be awarded with a medal.
Competitors who exceed the time limit will be warned by race judges and will have to go in the Start/Finish area.
ATTENTION! Continuing the race after exceeding the time limit is prohibited. After this time limit, roads will be reopened to traffic and organizers will not be responsible for participants’ safety any longer.
3.10. RESULT TIMING
For Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K 5K Race, the «official leaderboard» will be established using an electronic timing system and will be available on the competition website within maximum 24 hours after the race ending.
Awarding in ABSOLUT category is made according to the GUN TIME (time from official start to the moment of crossing the finish line)
3.11. DISQUALIFICATION
Participants will be disqualified in the following cases:
- non-compliance with the organizers’ instructions concerning mandatory equipment and wearing of the BIB number on the chest.
- unsportsmanlike conduct.
- non-compliance with the organizers’ or volunteers’ instructions.
- cutting the course.
- the organizer and medical personnel may remove a participant from the race if they consider it’s in the best interests of participant’s health and welfare
- changing or losing the assigned BIB number.
- exceeding the time limit given for the race.
3.12. APPEALS
- Any participant may complain against any other participant who did not comply with the competition rules and against the officials’ decisions.
- A written appeal and a 200 MDL fee shall be lodged to the organizers’ tent within 15 minutes from the moment the preliminary results were announced. The fee will be refunded to the complainant if his appeal is accepted.
SECTION 4. NOTIFICATIONS AND AWARDING
4.1. TITLES AND PRIZES
Half marathon (21.097 km)
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 7,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 5,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 3,000 MDL
Marathon for All 10 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 4,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 3,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 1,000 MDL
Marathon for All 5 km
Three awarded places: men and women, places I-III.
Money prizes:
- 1st place - 3,000 MDL
- 2nd place - 2,000 MDL
- 3rd place - 1,000 MDL
The official festivity of the prizes will take place on the stage at Expo Zone. To find out the exact time of festivity, please consult the official program of the competition.
SECTION 5. ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS
5.1. HYDRATATION POINTS
In compliance to all international regulations, hydratation points (with flat water, fruits) will be positioned on every 5 km of the route and in the Start/Finish area. Upon arrival, all participants will receive flat water, fruits and energy drinks. Participants are asked to throw the plastic bottles and glasses in areas close to hydration points to facilitate the cleaning process.
5.2. FIRST AID – AMBULANCE – WITHDRAWAL
Each Aid Station is staffed by an ambulance team, provided by the organizers. It will be situated in the Start/Finish area and other areas, if required to do so. It will be announced by the race judges in case of any injuries, and it will move on an emergency basis to provide the necessary aid to injured participants.The runners are asked to inform the organizers about their withdrawal from the race.
5.3. OTHER CONDITIONS
Participants’ supporters (members of family, friends) may stay in the vicinity of the route, but outside the running course, taking care not to damage the green areas. The road traffic will be restricted throughout the duration of the competition on all running routes.
The event will be assisted by:
- ambulance;
- traffic and local officers, in accordance with legislation in force in the Republic of Moldova.
SECTION 6. OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1. COMPETITOR’S OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- competitors undertake to wear the participation number on the front during the competition;
- competitors participate in the competition on their own responsibility;
- competitors who abandon the race, regardless of reason, must inform the organizer immediately at one of the following places: at start, at the checkpoints, at finish or by calling the emergency number that will be announced pre-emptively and which you can find on the official website of the competition.
- competitors who suffer an accident or any kind of physical or material damage, renounce themselves by entering the competition to any right to claim for damages or appeal to any person involved in organizing the competition, in particular against: the organizer or volunteers involved in competition organization (natural or legal persons), sponsors, public institutions supporting the competition (mayoralty, local council, police, etc.).
- competitors must attend the briefing and consider carefully the information announced by the organizers.
- competitors bear all civil, contraventional and criminal liability for any damage caused by them to other persons during the race.
- in case of an accident, competitors are obliged to report it to the next checkpoint.
- competitors understand that the organizers are applying all effort to stop traffic during the race, but they are committed to cross carefully through open car traffic and to comply with police and volunteer instructions in all situations.
- competitors understand that the organizer applies effort to ensure the size of the T-shirt appropriate to each participant, and if the organizer no longer has the appropriate size, the participant shall accept other size of the T-shirt.
- competitors undertake full responsibility for the objects lost or forgotten on the route during the competition.
6.2. ORGANIZER’S OBLIGATIONS
The organizer undertakes to:
- mark the route appropriately, to avoid wandering;
- ensure revitalization points along the route;
- ensure the participants’ awarding according to the information submitted in the section Awarding;
- ensure the establishment of checkpoints along the route and the observance of arrival order of the competitors to these ones;
- conduct a technical meeting before the competition, any changes announced on this occasion taking precedence over the information presented before.
7.1 Data Protection Authority
Contact details of the Data Protection A.O. Clubul Sportiv „SPORTER”: privacy@simpals.com
For issues regarding data protection, you can contact the local authority represented by: National Center for Personal Data ProtectionAddress: MD-2004, Republic of Moldova, Chisinau, 48 Serghei Lazo Street Website: http://www.datepersonale.md/
SECTION 1. ORGANIZER AND OFFICIAL REGULATIONS OF THE COMPETITION
The competition Kids Run Day is conducted in the framework of “CHISINAU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON” (hereinafter referred to as “Competition”), organized by A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” in partnership with the “SIMPALS” company and the major classifieds website in Moldova 999.md.
The goal of A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” is promoting sports and healthy lifestyle among the children in the Republic of Moldova, as well as involving local communities in actions of promoting sports and their benefits.
Participants must comply with the terms and conditions of the Official Competition Regulations (hereinafter referred to as “Official Regulations”). The Official Regulations are available for free to every applicant at www.marathon.md. By taking part in the Competition, participants agree to observe and to comply with all rules, terms and conditions of the Official Regulations.
SECTION 2. PERIOD AND COMPETITION AREA
TIME AND PLACE OF THE COMPETITION:
The Competition will be conducted on Saturday, 27 September, 2025, starting 10:00 AM, in Chisinau, the start and finish area being located in the Great National Assembly Square (GNAS), according to Organizational Aspects, as mentioned in SECTION 3 of these Regulations.
SECTION 3. ORGANIZATIONAL ASPECTS
3.1. PARTICIPANTS AND HOLDING OF THE COMPETITION
This Competition aims at children, who will compete in distances established by the organizers, depending on their age and level of training.
- The 400-meter race can be attended by persons who are 5, 6 years old before the date or on the day of the competition.
- The 800-meter race can be attended by persons who are 7, 8 years old before the date or on the day of the competition.
- The 1200-meter race can be attended by persons who are 9 and 10 years old before the date or on the day of the competition.
- The 2000-meter race can be attended by persons who are 11, 12 and 13 years old before the date or on the day of the competition.
The participation fee should be made until September 27 , 2025.
Registration is not complete until full payment of the participation fee.
3.2 COMPETITIVE DISTANCES
The racetrack will be marked by the organizers using fences and restrictive bands, and will be observed by contest judges and policemen located at different points along the racetrack. The description and route map are available on the official site of the competition.
- Kids Run Day: GNAS - partially Stefan cel Mare blvd. between G. Banulescu-Bodoni str. and A. Puskin str.
In case of bad weather conditions, organizers reserve the right to change the route, time limits or even delay/cancel/postpone the competition.
In such cases, participants will be announced by e-mail, and additional information will be published on the competition website.
3.3. REGISTRATION AND PARTICIPATION CONDITIONS
3.3.1 Registration
Registration is available online at www.marathon.md.
Upon filling in the registration form, each participant (parent):
– declares that he/she accepts and understands the terms and conditions of participation in “Kids Run Day”, as well as the competition rules and regulations.
– agrees that his/her pictures and other public data, as the obtained results, the competition leaderboard, can be used in promotional materials of the event, including photos, videos, interviews, posters, etc.
Note! Participation is limited - there are only 200 places available. When the limit is reached, the registration will automatically be closed.
Incomplete forms and unpaid registrations will be considered invalid and will be cancelled.
3.3.2 Participation conditions
In order to participate in the competition and receive the starter package, the following conditions shall be observed:
- Registration paid untilЫузеуьиук 27, inclusively;
- A filled in participant's declaration for each child (see point 3.9);
- Participant’s age matching the selected age group. Parent’s ID card and the child’s birth certificate, both in the original, shall be presented.
3.4. STARTER PACKAGE
The starter package contains an official T-shirt and the BIB number.
It may also include advertising materials/items offered by partners.
After crossing the finish line, participants who managed to match the time limits will be awarded with the official medal of the event.
3.5. WITHDRAWAL FROM COMPETITION
In case of someone’s withdrawal from the competition, participation fees are non-refundable. In this case we recommend you to find a substitution.
3.6. AMENDMENT TO REGISTRATION
For Kids Run Day competition, amendments to registration (people substitution, switching from one contest to another) иshall be made at least 14 days before the event day by submitting a request on the official addresses given on the Contacts page.
3.7. PAYMENT METHODS
Participation fees can be paid online, by bank transfer or in cash (until 26.09.2025, inclusively). More information about payment methods is available on the official website, on the REGISTRATION page.
3.8. DECLARATION OF PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY
For Kids Run Day competitions, upon receipt of the participant's starting package, the parent signs a declaration of personal responsibility, thereby confirming the participation and physical preparation of his child.
3.9. COMPETITION EQUIPMENT. BIB NUMBERS
BIB numbers will be provided by the organizers and will be issued to competitors with the starter packages, according to the schedule published on the days preceding the race.
Starter packages for Kids Run Day will be issued in SIMPALS office before the competition day. On the beginning of the issuance, all participants will be notified in advance via e-mail and/or sms.
Participants are responsible for verifying that the BIB number is NOT detached, lost, damaged or covered by outwear.
Any participant who does not wear his/her contest number on the front side or wears someone else’s BIB number instead of the one issued by the organizer will be disqualified.
On the competition day, changing or replacing the BIB number in case of loss or exchange of BIB numbers between participants will NOT be possible. These violations lead to disqualification.
3.10. START – TIME LIMIT – ROADS REOPENING
Please view the official program of the event on the official website www.marathon.md to learn the starting time for each contest.
ATTENTION! It is forbidden to continue the race after exceeding the time limit. After the time limit, all roads will be reopen to traffic, and organizers will no longer be responsible for participants’ safety.
3.11. RESULT TIMING
For Kids Run Day competition, judges will use a stopwatch or similar device to measure the official time.
The awarding ceremony will be held after the end of all children's races.
3.12. DISQUALIFICATION
Participants will be disqualified in the following cases:
- non-compliance with the organizers’ instructions concerning mandatory equipment and wearing of the BIB number on the front of the T-shirt.
- unsportsmanlike conduct.
- non-compliance with the organizers’ or volunteers’ instructions.
- course cutting.
- usage of vehicles during the race.
- the organizer and medical personnel may remove a participant from the race if they consider it’s in the best interests of his health and welfare.
- changing or losing the assigned BIB number.
3.13. APPEALS
- Any participant may complain against any other participant who did not comply with the competition rules and against the officials’ decisions.
- A written appeal and a 200 MDL fee shall be lodged to the organizers’ tent within 15 minutes from the moment the preliminary results were announced. The fee will be refunded to the complainant if his appeal is accepted.
SECTION 4. NOTIFICATIONS AND AWARDING
4.1. TITLES AND AWARDS
All participants who have overcome the competitive distance of will receive a finisher medal.
The first three finishers in each age group will be awarded, separately boys and girls.
SECTION 5. ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS
5.1. HYDRATATION POINTS
Each participant will receive 1 bottle of still water. The participants are asked to throw away all plastic bottles and cups in nearby garbage containers.
5.2. FIRST AID – AMBULANCE – WITHDRAWAL
Each Aid Station is staffed with an ambulance team, provided by the organizers. It will be located in the Start/Finish area and other areas, if required. It will be announced by the race judges in case of any injuries, and it will move on an emergency basis to provide the necessary aid to injured participants.The runners are asked to inform the organizers about their withdrawal from the race.
5.3. OTHER CONDITIONS
Participants’ supporters (friends and family) may stay in the vicinity of the route, but outside the track, taking care not to damage the green areas. The road traffic will be restricted throughout the competition on all running routes. Access to Start/Finish zone is denied for supporters.
The event will be assisted by:
- ambulance;
- road and district police, in accordance with the current legislation of the Republic of Moldova.
E-mail: event@sporter.md
Legal address: A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter”: mun. Chisinau, 28/1 Calea Orheiului str., Republic of Moldova.
022111072
5.4.Data Protection Authority
Contact details of the Data Protection OA.O. Clubul Sportiv „SPORTER”: privacy@simpals.com
For issues regarding data protection, you can contact the local authority represented by: National Center for Personal Data ProtectionAddress: MD-2004, Republic of Moldova, Chisinau, 48 Serghei Lazo Street Website: http://www.datepersonale.md/
SECTION 1. ORGANIZER AND OFFICIAL REGULATIONS OF THE COMPETITION
The competition Kids Run Day is conducted in the framework of “CHISINAU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON” (hereinafter referred to as “Competition”), organized by A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” in partnership with the “SIMPALS” company and the major classifieds website in Moldova 999.md.
The goal of A.O. Clubul Sportiv “Sporter” is promoting sports and healthy lifestyle among the children in the Republic of Moldova, as well as involving local communities in actions of promoting sports and their benefits.
Participants must comply with the terms and conditions of the Official Competition Regulations (hereinafter referred to as “Official Regulations”). The Official Regulations are available for free to every applicant at www.marathon.md. By taking part in the Competition, participants agree to observe and to comply with all rules, terms and conditions of the Official Regulations.
2.1. DATE AND VENUE OF THE COMPETITION
The Competition will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 09:00 am, in Chisinau mun. Chisinau, the start and finish of which will be located at the Great National Assembly Square, in accordance with the conduct of the Competition as specified in SECTION 3 of these Regulations.
SECTION 3. CONDUCT OF THE COMPETITION
3.1. PARTICIPANTS AND CONDUCT OF THE COMPETITION
The competition is aimed equally at children, youth and adults. Participants compete on the distances set by the organizers, depending on their age and level of fitness.
- Marathon" race, for a distance of 42 km 195 m - only persons who have reached the age of 18 years before or on the date of the event may take part.
- Half Marathon" race, for a distance of 21 km 97.5 m - only persons who have reached the age of 18 years before or on the date of the event may take part.
- Exception: persons who have turned 16 years old before the date of the competition inclusive, are allowed to participate in the competition only if they are students of the sports school and with the mandatory submission of a Statement (written consent) from parents and coach.
All those wishing to take part in the event must log on to the "Registration" page on the official competition website www.marathon.md before the deadline specified therein. For competition courses on the day of the event, registration will NOT take place.
3.2. COMPETITION HEATS
All competition heats will be held on Sunday (September 28, 2025).
"Marathon" - an individual race of 42 km 195 m;
"Half Marathon" - an individual race of 21 km 97.5 m;
3.3. ROUTES TO BE FOLLOWED
The routes for the competition courses will be marked by the organizers with fences and restrictive strips, and will be supervised by the competition referees and police officers located at various points along the routes. A description and map of the routes are available on the official competition website.
- Half Marathon (21 km): PMAN - Stefan cel Mare Boulevard - Ciuflja Street - Dacia Boulevard (up to Rose Street) - Dacia Boulevard - Ciuflja Street - Stefan cel Mare Boulevard (up to Toma Ciorbae Street) - Stefan cel Mare Boulevard - PMAN (2 laps of 10.5 km);
- Marathon (42.195 km): PMAN - Stefan cel Mare Boulevard - Ciuflja Street - Dacia Boulevard (up to Rose Street) - Dacia Boulevard - Ciuflja Street - Stefan cel Mare Boulevard (up to Toma Ciorbae Street) - Stefan cel Mare Boulevard - PMAN (4 laps of 10.5 km).
In these cases, the participants will be informed by e-mail and additional information will be available on the competition website.
3.4. REGISTRATION AND CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION
The registration of participants is done online at www.marathon.md.
When registering each participant:
- Declares that he/she accepts and understands the rules and conditions of participation in the "Chisinau International Marathon", as well as the regulations of the competition.
- Gives his/her consent for his/her image or other public data, such as the results obtained, to be used in the promotional materials of the event in the form of photos, posters, videos, interviews, etc.
- Marathon - 50 participants;
- Half Marathon - 150 participants;
3.5. ISSUANCE OF THE START PACKAGE
All of the following conditions must be met in order to receive a start package:
- Participant must be at least 18 years of age (participants under the age of 18 must have written consent from parents and/or coach).
- The participant must submit a completed participant declaration.
- The participant must bring his/her ID card in original.
- The competitor must present an accreditation document if the age of the athlete is less than 16 years for the Half Marathon distance and 18 years for the Marathon distance.
The organizers do their best to provide each participant with an event T-shirt of the declared size. However, the organizers do not guarantee that the size of the T-shirt in the start pack corresponds to the size declared in the participant's application form.
3.6. WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COMPETITION AND FAILURE TO ATTEND THE COMPETITION
In case of withdrawal from the competition and/or non-attendance at the event, no refund of the registration fee is possible.
Only substitution of one participant for another is allowed, but not later than 30 days before the date of the event.
3.7. CHANGES IN REGISTRATION
For participants of Marathon, Half Marathon, changes in the registration (replacement of the participant, correction of personal data) are possible at least 30 days before the date of the event, this option costs 50 lei.
The following information is required to make changes:
From the owner of the slot - Order ID, first and last name, date of birth, phone number, e-mail, t-shirt size.
From the person to whom the slot is transferred - first and last name, date of birth, phone number, e-mail, t-shirt size.
!!! It is impossible to change the distance of participation !!!
Changes are made by physical presence at the Sporter office, at 28/1 Kalya Orheului St., 2nd floor. The service fee is 50 lei.
3.8. PAYMENT METHODS
Payment for the registration is made online by Visa, Master Card or Card Rainbow, through a terminal (QIWI, MMPS, RUNPAY) or in cash at the office of Sporter organization. Details about payment methods are available on the page "REGISTRATION".
For legal entities there is a method of payment by bank transfer. In order to receive an invoice for payment for the participation in the competition, it is necessary to register all participants online and select the payment method "Cash". After the participants are registered, send the company details to the e-mail of the organization Sporter event@sporter.md, and attach a list with personal data of the participants. After the bank transfer your registrations will be confirmed.
ATTENTION: Invoices for legal entities are issued only till September 1 inclusive. Payment by bank transfer is accepted until September 27th.
3.9. DECLARATION OF LIABILITY
In order to receive a start package for the Marathon and Half Marathon distances, the participant MUST present a completed and signed LIABILITY DECLARATION, thereby confirming his/her participation and physical fitness.
For children under 16 years of age, the Declaration of Personal Responsibility must be signed by a parent.
The Declaration of Liability can be downloaded at marathon.md.
If the participant has not filled in the declaration in advance, there will be spare declaration forms at the registration desk, which can be filled in on the spot.
3.10. START PACKAGE
Participants of the Marathon, Half Marathon will receive a start package, which includes:
- a starting number with a built-in timing chip;
- official t-shirt;
- official backpack;
- booklet of the participant of the competition;
- promotional materials from partners.
3.11. STARTING NUMBER
The competitor must independently check the electronic timing chip installed on the start number. The electronic chip must not be peeled off, damaged or covered under clothing.
Any competitor whose number is not visible on the T-shirt or is different from the number issued by the organizer will be automatically disqualified.
It is not possible to change or replace the starting number in case of loss. In case of accidental or deliberate exchange of start numbers between runners, the result recorded under a certain number will not be changed for another participant.
The timing system calculates the time of each runner by registering each crossing of the chip of the electronic systems - at the start, at the timing points on the route and at the finish.
ATTENTION: Participants who fail to pass all timing points will be automatically disqualified. It is the responsibility of the competitors to wear the competitor's number on the front of the jersey and not to damage the electronic chip.
3.12. START - TIME LIMIT - TRAFFIC RESUMPTION
Please refer to the official program of the event at www.marathon.md for the start times for each course.
Time limits:
- Marathon (42 km 195 m) - 3 h. 30 min.
- Half marathon (21 km 0975 m) - 1 h. 50 min.
Competitors who exceed the time limit will be warned by the race officials and will have to go to the Start/Finish area.
WARNING: It is prohibited to continue the race after exceeding the time limit. After this time limit, all roads will be open to traffic and the organizers are no longer responsible for the safety of the participants.
3.13. RESULTS
Results for the Marathon (42 km 195 m), Half Marathon (21 km 97.5 m) Marathon distance will be established by electronic timekeeping and will be available on the event website, within a maximum of 24 hours after the end of the races.
Awarding in the ABSOLUT category is based on GUN TIME (the time from the official start to the moment of crossing the finish line).
3.14. DISQUALIFICATION
Participants will be disqualified in the following cases:
- non-compliance with the organizers' instructions regarding the mandatory equipment and wearing the starting number on the chest;
- unsportsmanlike conduct;
- failure to follow instructions received from organizers or volunteers;
- shortening the route;
- the use of the vehicle during the race;
- the organizer and the ambulance service believe that the athlete's injury prevents him from continuing the race;
- replacement or loss of a member number;
- exceeding the time limit for heats;
- in case of assistance of a pacesetter participating on another course (disqualification of both competitors);
- for entering the competition course after the finish to pacer another competitor (disqualification of both competitors);
- for not wearing a safety helmet during the races;
- for "steam train" riding (when several participants ride in a hitch behind each other, holding hands);
- a roller receives 3 warnings during the race;
- the roller makes 2 false starts (starts the race before the starting signal);
- roller commits 1 violation found to be knowing or dangerous;
- knocking down or interfering with participants in the Running Marathon.
- The leading roller must not obstruct the roller following him and must follow in a straight line.
- The roller must not obstruct participants in the running marathon.
- A roller is not allowed to push other rollers or cut them off. It is also forbidden to tow anyone, it is forbidden to obstruct or help any roller.
- At no time shall the overtaking roller interfere with other rollers (power overtaking).
- When cornering, the athlete whose support leg is in front has the advantage. The athlete coming from behind must not interfere in any way with the athlete who has the advantage.
- Rollers are not allowed to touch the ground with their roller skates outside the lines bounding the race course. A roller who knowingly violates this rule will be disqualified. Judges may make a different decision when this violation is caught during a mass fall of rollers or to avoid a fall.
- The roller is strictly prohibited from accepting any assistance.
- In case of a fall, rollers who are still able to continue the race must get up without the assistance of a third party. Otherwise they will be withdrawn from the race and marked as non-finishers (DNF).
- The roller may receive advice or information from coaches or the team outside the race course.
- It is forbidden to use the "wind shadow" from non-competitive objects (escort cars and motorcycles, bicycles, other non-competitive rollers, etc.)
- Maximum allowable diameter and number of wheels. 3 wheels of 125 mm or 4 wheels of 110 mm.
- The minimum permissible wheel diameter is 72 mm.
- It is forbidden to pass the course on rollers of the type "quadra" (wheels in two rows in parallel), "semi-squadra" (two wheels in parallel and two in a line), aggressive inline with the diameter of wheels less than 76 mm.
- The use of radios and headphones is prohibited, as well as riding with a cast, synthetic cast or any hard object.
- The referee has the right to ask an athlete to remove any object that he/she believes may pose a danger to the athlete and other athletes.
STARTING LINE
The first to line up are the professionals with the highest sports rankings.
The second row is lined up with lower ranked athletes.
All subsequent athletes and amateurs get behind.
Athletes on rollers with wheels less than 90 mm are not allowed in the first two rows.
3.15. APPEAL
- Any competitor may file a complaint against another competitor who did not follow the rules of the competition or against the decision of the officials.
- The complaint in writing together with the payment of 200 lei must be submitted to the organizers' tent within a maximum of 15 minutes from the moment the provisional final results are posted. The decision of the rebuttal will be made within the next 60 minutes. The payment will be returned to the complainant if the complaint is accepted.
SECTION 4. AWARDS AND PRIZE FUND
4.1. PRIZE FUND
ABSOLUT category
Marathon race (42 km 195 m)
3 prizes each: men and women, I- III place.
Half Marathon race (21 km 97.5 m)
3 prizes each: men and women, I-III place.
Participation diplomas will be available in electronic format and can be downloaded from the competition website.
The official award ceremony will take place on the main stage of the event. To find out the exact time of the ceremony consult the official program of the event.
SECTION 5. ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONS
5.1. HYDRATION POINTS
In accordance with international regulations there will be one hydration point (water, fruit) at each 5 km of the course and in the Start/Finish area. After the finish all participants can go to the Relax zone where they will receive water, fruit and energy drinks. Participants are kindly requested to dispose of all plastic bottles and cups in the trash cans near the hydration points to facilitate the clean-up process.
The Chisinau Marathon provides the opportunity for Elite category participants to place their own energy gels along the course. However, it is important to note that the participant is solely responsible for placing and ensuring that these gels are used solely for themselves. The marathon organizers are not responsible for the energy gels provided by participants and do not guarantee their availability or that they will not be used by other competitors.
Please make sure that you keep track of your resources and ensure that they are used by you personally, excluding the use of resources by other participants. This will ensure fair and equal conditions for all participants of the marathon.
5.2. FIRST AID
First aid stations will be equipped with ambulances provided by the organizers. They will be located in the Start/Finish area and in other areas along the course as required. In case of injuries to runners, the ambulance will move urgently to provide the necessary care to the injured. Runners who are off the race are requested to inform the volunteers or the organizers.
5.3. OTHER CONDITIONS
Persons supporting participants (family members, friends) may stay close to the route but off the running path, taking care not to damage green spaces. Road traffic will be closed for the duration of the event on all running routes.
The event will be attended by:
- ambulances;
- road and district police, in accordance with the legislation in force in the Republic of Moldova.
6.1. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARTICIPANT
- The competitor undertakes to wear the starting number in plain view during the whole period of the competition.
- All participants take part in the competition under their own responsibility.
- A competitor who leaves the race, regardless of the reason, must inform the organizer immediately at one of the following places: Start, Timekeeping, Finish. Or by calling the emergency number, which will be notified in advance and which can be found on the official website of the competition. Failure to comply with the rules on withdrawal from the race may result in a search and rescue operation (by rescue teams) at the expense of the participant involved.
- By signing up for the competition, a competitor who is injured or suffers any other physical or material damage, personally waives any rights to compensation or recourse against any person involved in the organization of the competition. In particular, he/she may not oppose the organizer or volunteers involved in the organization of the competition (natural or legal persons), against sponsors, against public institutions that support the competition (mayor's office, local council, police, etc.).
- Participants are fully civilly, administratively and criminally liable for any damage they cause to others during the race.
- If an accident is established, competitors must report it immediately at the next control point.
- Participants understand that the organizers are making every effort to suspend traffic along the event route, but agree to cross with caution in open areas of vehicular traffic and to follow the instructions of police crews and volunteers in all situations.
- Participants are obliged to comply with environmental regulations.
- Participants understand that the organizer is making efforts to provide the appropriate t-shirt size for each participant, and in the event that the organizer no longer has the required size in stock, the participant will accept another t-shirt size.
- Participants assume full responsibility for items lost or forgotten on the route during the event.
- To ensure a comfortable environment for all participants, we inform you that re-entry into the Relax Zone is not allowed. Once a participant has left the zone, they can no longer re-enter it. This is a measure to ensure that all participants have access to the resources and space needed for a relaxing experience.
6.2. OBLIGATIONS OF THE ORGANIZER
The Organizer undertakes to:
- Appropriately mark the route to avoid participants going astray.
- Designate dangerous sections of the route.
- Provide 3 recovery points along the route.
- Ensure that participants are awarded according to the information provided in the Awards Section.
- Ensure that timing points are located along the route
- Ensure environmental protection standards through the placement of trash collection points along the entire route.
- Hold a technical meeting before the competition. If information about possible changes is communicated, it shall take priority over previously communicated information.
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