Running in Spain

Bouchrak and Friend Claim Top Honors at the 10K Ciudad de Elche Under perfect racing conditions, the streets of Elche came alive for the 10K Ciudad de Elche, held alongside the 53rd edition of the famous Elche International Half Marathon. Runners were treated to ideal weather—mild temperatures and calm winds—as thousands of athletes took to the flat, fast course through the city’s iconic palm groves. Cadena SER Men’s Division El Hocine Bouchrak claimed victory in the men's 10K, setting a ruthless pace early on to break away from the pack and cross the line in first place. Cadena SER Champion: El Hocine Bouchrak Cadena SER Top Local Runner: Alejandro Fleitas Ibarra (33:46) Cadena SER Women’s Division In the women’s field, Rachel Friend produced a commanding performance to secure the top step of the podium. Cadena SER Champion: Rachel Friend Cadena SER Top Local Runner: Lola Ramón (38:44) Cadena SER Highlights & Local Standouts Elite Conditions: The lack of wind and favorable morning temperatures set the stage for fast times across both the 10K and half marathon distances. Cadena SER Local Pride: Alejandro Fleitas Ibarra (33:46) and Lola Ramón (38:44) earned loud cheers from the home crowd as the fastest Elche locals in the 10K field. Cadena SER Electric Atmosphere: Together with the half marathon—won by Olympian Ibrahim Chakir (1:03:49) and Ecuador’s Katherine Tisalema—over 4,000 runners filled the streets, making it one of the largest road-racing celebrations in the region this year. Alicante Plaza Want a deep dive into the 10K Rotary Conciénciate Elche results instead? Yes