It was a great marathon; excellent organization, nice people, and as a spectator, I felt I wanted to join the participants. Next year for sure I will run the Beirut International Marathon 2004.

It's nice to read the great things that are said about this marathon, but don't let your love of country delude you. This marathon lacked the basic pieces that would make it great. The finish area was a complete disaster, and chaotic to say the least. There was no food or drink. I finished under 4 hours, and at the finish line people didn't know what they were doing. The course was good, albeit hot. Water station were well staffed, but for God's sake, who drinks Red Bull during a marathon?

I ran the Beirut International Marathon, and I found it's very special, amazing and very cool. I enjoyed every seconds in this marathon, I liked it a lot, and I wish that it will happen again very soon. I want to say thanks to all people that arrange this marathon, and a very big thanks to miss 'Maya Khalil' and especially his excellency the President of the Republic of Lebanon, General Emile Lahoud. Thanks a lot. I'm very proud to be a part of this marathon. Thanks again and good luck.

This is my first maraton, it was fantastic. I hope that it will be repeated every year in Lebanon

It was my first marathon, and I couldn't believe I made it to the finish line. Spectators kept me going with their cheering. The course is not easy, slopes are hard to cross when you're out of energy. I definitely should brought with me some chocolates for the road. I loved the spirit among runners, we kept cheering and supporting each other. One old man fell down and we all ran to hold him, and applauded his effort to carry on the race. I will do it again.

Another international sports event in Lebanon, excellent organization, professional local and international participants, wonderful audience, an exciting event... only proves that Lebanon is alive & kicking!!!!

Thank you for the Beirut International Marathon Committee & good luck for next year!!!

It was a well organized marathon, and a great run. The weather was fine and everything was great...

It was a great marathon and the organization was fantastic!

I liked it a lot. It was the best I've ever seen.

It was in fact my first ever race, but surely not my last. I enjoyed Beirut?s International Marathon: great atmosphere, great people, great organization? and surely a super-great BEIRUT.