Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico – Yesterday, Sunday, April 19, 2026, marked the inaugural edition of the TotalGas Race in Ciudad Juarez. The event, which saw the participation of over 3,000 registered runners, was organized by the gas station company TotalGas in collaboration with the Municipal Institute of Sports and Physical Culture of Ciudad Juarez (IMDEJ).
TotalGas Race: A Key Event in the Pedestrian Athletic Circuit
The TotalGas Race was a significant part of the third stage of the 2026 Pedestrian Athletic Circuit. Professor David Serna, representing the organizers, highlighted that participants had the option to run distances of 3 or 10 kilometers, with the latter being the competitive category. The race commenced after 7:00 AM, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the TotalGas representative team at the esplanade of Parque Extremo.
Route and Participation Details
More than 3,000 registered runners took to the streets of Ciudad Juarez, traversing key roadways including:
- Ignacio David Herrera Jordan Street
- Lopez Mateos Avenue
- Hermanos Escobar Avenue
- Plutarco Elías Calles Avenue
- Heroico Colegio Militar Avenue
- Rafael Pérez Serna Avenue
- Valle de Juarez Avenue
- Paseo Triunfo de la República Avenue
- Plutarco Elías Calles Avenue (concluding inside Parque Extremo)
Participants arrived early to receive 700 commemorative t-shirts and engage in physical activation exercises. Additionally, the first 700 individuals to cross the finish line were awarded a medal commemorating the event.
Altruistic Initiative: Donating Shoes for Vulnerable Children
Beyond the athletic competition, the TotalGas Race incorporated a charitable element. Participants were encouraged to donate a pair of new or gently used children’s shoes. This initiative aimed to benefit vulnerable children within the city, underscoring the event’s commitment to community welfare.
Family-Friendly Activities and Post-Race Festivities
Following the main races, children had the opportunity to participate in their own smaller races. For adults, the event concluded with an area dedicated to souvenirs, food and beverage vendors, a pet rest area, and music, creating a festive atmosphere for all attendees.
Organizers and Future Outlook
The collaboration between TotalGas and IMDEJ proved successful in orchestrating this large-scale event. The race not only promoted physical activity but also fostered community engagement through its charitable component. The success of this inaugural event suggests a positive outlook for its continuation in future years, further solidifying Ciudad Juarez’s commitment to sports and community initiatives.
Source: https://netnoticias.mx/juarez/participan-corredores-en-primera-carrera-totalgas-en-ciudad-juarez
