RACE INFORMATION 

THE NINE MUSES RACE-POLYMNIA   AGIA ANNA -DELPHI  59  KM.  SUNDAY  9 MAY 2027

 

EVENT TYPE: Ultra distance foot race. The entire route is on asphalt roads 

RACE DATE:  9 May 2027

START - FINISH: The race will start at Agia Anna  on Sunday  9 May   2027  at 02:00hrs  The finishing line is at Delphi
The race will close on Sunday  9 May   2026  at 11:00 hrs.

TIME LIMITS: The race is having a limit of  9  hours.
All runners should be aware that all checkpoints (CPs) are also cut off points. Therefore, runners should reach the CPs in time. Failure to arrive in time will result in disqualification.

NUMBERS: The  numbers and the timing chip will be handed  before the race,  at the registration desk at Agia Anna on Saturday night from  23.00 until  Sunday morning 01.30 hrs. 

It is required for all runners to have arranged and paid for the race fee in order to process their registration and issue a  number. All successful payments will result in the  numbers to appear in the participants’ list.

It is mandatory for all runners to have their  number visible at all times, or easily accessible to show at the CPs during the race. 

Accompanied runners will receive an accreditation for their crew member(s) and their vehicle(s), together with their  number. It is prohibited for a runner to receive help from a non-accredited crew member. Crew members must display their accreditation at all times during the race.

Runners who wish to deliver their drop bags must do so at the organizing committee until 01:00hrs. The drop bags must have the runner’s  number and the CP number clearly written on them. 
No drop bags will be accepted after 01:00hrs due to the limited time available to forward them.  CAUTION !!Drop bags  will only be accepred for check points: Νο 15 Kyriaki 14,5 km, No 17 Lakka 21,5 km, No 19 Distomo 31,5 km, No 21 Zemeno 40 km.

Runners will be monitored electronically throughout the CPs along the race route. A brief technical briefing will take place at the starting line as soon as all runners receive their  numbers. Crew members should also attend this meeting.

OUTSIDE HELP: Any outside help from non-accredited members away from the designated CPs is strictly prohibited. Any violation of this clause will result in disqualification. Supplies provision, sustenance, change of clothes, shoes etc. is to take place exclusively at the CPs.

TRANSPORTATION: A bus will be available for the transportation of all athletes on Saturday night  8 May  2027. The bus will depart from Platia Karaiskaki in Athens, next to Hotel Crystal with destination to Agia Anna  at 21.00 hrs. The same bus will return to Athens following the awards ceremony at Delphi.

CHECKPOINTS: There are nine (9) CPs along the route and four (4) water stations. 
Runners will be monitored at all CPs where they will find water, isotonic drinks, fruit juice, biscuits, snacks etc. There will be a central CP where runners can find food (pasta, rice, boiled potatoes and soup) as well as coffee and tea depending on the time. 

The central CP is located almost half-way through the route at the village of  CP no 19, Stiri 27,3  klm.

Crew members must not parking and provide any help in  CP 20, because we are on a highway  and it is dangerous .They should go and wait for their athlete, directly at the next CP  21 Zemeno.

At CP22  (water point) there is a tunnel . ATTENTION !! Athletes are not allowed to pass through the tunnel, but should follow the side road

The water stations are not manned, water is provided for runners only (not crew members). Crew members are not allowed to park at water stations, or provide any help to their supporting runners.

Almost all CPs will be equipped with minimal first aid supplies (pain killers, vazeline, gauzes, deep freeze spray, band aids, Betadine (antiseptic), cotton, etc.).

Finally, all runners and crew members should be aware of the race regulations and comply with them. Crew members in particular, should not provide any help between CPs, but wait for their runner(s) at the designated CPs. Crew members should refrain from parking between CPs. Non compliance with the above will result in the runner’s disqualification.

ACCOMMODATION AND FACILITIES :The event organisers have arranged access to hotel rooms where participants can take a shower. Breakfast will be provided immediately after you finish the race, and a meal will be served after the award ceremony.

AWARDS: All runners who will finish within the time limit will receive a memorial medal, where the head of  Polymnia  is depicted, together with a certificate of completion. Also, since the complete medal set is being finalized this year,you will also be given the central piece featuring Apoll's lyre.The first three men and women will receive trophies in addition to the above.

A certificate of participation will also be awarded to those who did not finish the race.

All runners will get a race t-shirt as well as gifts provided by the race sponsors. 

The awards ceremony will take place  following the flame lighting ceremony and the  torch relay ,which will occur immediately after the after  the end of the races. We note here that the athletes must be present at the ceremony in order to receive their prizes, in accordance with the rules of the race. Organizers are not required to send prizes to athletes who did not attend the awards Immediately after the awards, a meal will be offered to the athletes. .

HEALTH & SAFETY: The race is supervised by the organizing committee, judges and stewards throughout its length.

An ambulances, as well as doctors and physiotherapists will follow the race.

A bus will be available to pick up any runners who wish to quit, or do not reach the CP before the cut off times.

The police will be aware of the race progress throughout the race length.

DISCLAIMER: The organizer bears no responsibility whatsoever for loss of life, injury, or any health issues likely to arise during, or after the race. Runners agree in their application that they are aware of the race difficulty and ensure that they are in good health and fit to participate.

A recent medical certificate, issued by a medical doctor, has to be provided up until the race start.

The organizer is not responsible for any property loss (garment, valuables or equipment). It is recommended that runners have insurance coverage during the event that will also cover their return to their home country in case of death, illness or injury.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The Nine Muses race is conducted as per the International Association of Ultrarunners (www.iau-ultramarathon.org). It is incumbent on all runners to respect the race rules and abide by the instructions and decisions of the judges, stewards and medical doctors. Noncompliance with the race rules will result in disqualification.

THE ORGANIZERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE ANY CHANGES IF NECESSARY.