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Thames Valley Harriers and the Czech Centre invite you to lace up your trainers and join the fourth annual Emil Zátopek Charity Run — a celebration of grit, greatness and the timeless spirit of one of the most extraordinary athletes the world has ever known.
This year, we’re introducing a fresh new format:
You can also look forward to
More information about registration and the day’s timings will be available soon.
Known as “The Czech Locomotive”, Emil Zátopek wasn’t just a runner — he was a force of nature. With an unorthodox stride and unstoppable will, he conquered the 1948 London Olympics and shattered records in Helsinki in 1952, winning gold in the 5000m, 10000m, and marathon — all in one Games. No one has done it since.
There are many books and films about Zátopek’s life and sport achievements, including those of British authors: Richard Askwith’s biography Today We Die a Little: The Rise and Fall of Emil Zatopek, Olympic Legend and Pat Butcher’s Quicksilver: The Mercurial Emil Zatopek.
In 2013, Runner’s World named him the Greatest Runner of All Time.
The Emil Zátopek Run was first organised by CC and TVH in 2022 to celebrate Zátopek’s centennial anniversary and raise funds for a newly established Zátopek Athletic Fellowship, empowering young talent from West London to chase their dreams on the track, just like Zátopek once did.
Proceeds from starting fees as well as all voluntary contributions towards the Zátopek Run will be donated to support the Fellowship.
Any donations towards The Zátopek’s Athletic Fellowship can be sent to:
Business Account name: Thames Valley Harriers
Sort Code: 60-05-30
Account Number: 17125197
please add Payment Reference: Zatopek
Race registration will be next to the Thames Valley Harriers clubhouse in Linford Christie Stadium. The entrance for cars is Artillery Lane off Du Cane Rd, between the hospitals and prison, postcode for satnav W12 OAE. At the end of Artillery Lane approaching the Scrubs, there is a 6’ 6” height barrier entrance to the main car park, the stadium is located at the end of the car park.
For public transport East Acton on the Central Line is the closest station, a few minutes walk from the stadium. Buses stop on Du Cane Rd near Artillery Lane, please see details for buses stopping at Hammersmith Hospital on the Transport for London website.
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