. The Times Internet Half Marathon 2026 was not just about speed or podium finishes, it was about stories shaped by years of discipline, consistency, and passion. In the 5K Men’s 50+ category, runners brought with them decades of experience, proving that the drive to compete and challenge oneself never fades with age.These men didn’t just run a race. They represented lifestyles built around endurance, commitment, and the joy of constantly pushing beyond limits.Ramesh Kumar WinnerChip Time: 00:19:04At 53, Ramesh Kumar has spent the last two decades building an incredible relationship with running. What started as pure interest slowly turned into a lifelong passion, leading him to complete nearly 100 marathons over the years.For Ramesh, running is more than fitness; it is a way of life. Speaking about the event, he proudly called the Times Internet Half Marathon the “number one marathon,” appreciating the energy, organization, and experience created for runners.Deepesh Joshi 1st Runner-UpChip Time: 00:19:35For 51-year-old Deepesh Joshi, running began as a solution to weight gain nearly eight years ago. But somewhere along the journey, fitness turned into passion.What makes his story even more special is how running became part of his family culture. Deepesh involved his loved ones in the sport and went on to become part of one of the early marathon-running couples, proving that running can inspire not just individuals, but entire families. 2nd Runner-UpChip Time: 00:20:06Narender Singh RawatDespite balancing a government job, 52-year-old Narender Singh Rawat continues to chase challenges through running. For the last 14 years, he has consistently participated in marathons, driven by his competitive spirit and deep passion for endurance sports.Always looking for the next challenge, Narender is now preparing for a demanding 72-kilometer run, a reflection of his mindset to never stop pushing boundaries.The Times Internet Half Marathon 2026 celebrated runners like these individuals who continue to inspire through commitment, resilience, and love for the sport. With every edition, the marathon grows into more than just an event; it becomes a community where stories, generations, and passions come together on the same road.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWhy Shashi Tharoor Thinks The Viral ‘Cockroach Janata Party’ Reflects India’s Youth AngerPunjab Police Bust Suspected Spy Network; CCTV Camera Allegedly Used To Monitor Army MovementDelhi Government Issues Strict Bakrid Guidelines, Warns Of Criminal Action Over ViolationsVenezuela Overtakes Saudi Arabia As India’s Third-Largest Oil Supplier Amid Global Energy TurmoilMarco Rubio Calls India “Great Ally”, Says US Ready To Sell Massive Energy Supply To New DelhiBhojshala Dispute Reaches Supreme Court As Muslim Side Challenges MP High Court Temple VerdictFIR Filed Against Parambrata Chattopadhyay & Swastika Mukherjee Over 2021 Social Media PostsFIR Filed Against Parambrata Chattopadhyay & Swastika Mukherjee Over 2021 Social Media Posts“Viksit Bharat 2047 Is Our Commitment”: PM Modi Pushes Faster Governance At Key Ministers’ MeetCBI Frees UP Man In Suvendu Adhikari PA Murder Case; Raj Singh Alleges Torture, Encounter Threat123PhotostoriesMadhuri Dixit’s latest ivory saree look is giving rich lawyer-lady energy and fans can’t unsee it5 creative and budget-friendly ways to add Boho style to your homePersonality test: Open door, blue door with flowers and a pot, or plain red door? The door you choose reveals if you’re adaptable, observant or highly-independentBeyond tiger reserves: 10 Indian forests travellers must visit for extraordinary biodiversityFrom Flamingos to Siberian Cranes: 6 stunning birds that migrate to IndiaFrom large balconies with a private pool to a massive living room: Inside Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash’s opulent Dubai house6 ancient temple towns in India that feel frozen in timeFinally! Karan Kundrra proposes to Tejasswi Prakash after 5 years of dating: 5 relationship lessons to borrow from ‘TejRan’Imli for hair fall reduction: How to combat hair loss with Tamarind40°C heat and your body: The kidneys, heart and other organs that suffer the most (and how to stay safe)123Hot PicksBandra demolition driveIPL Schedule 2026Vinesh PhogatUP HeatwaveHardoi fireNID DAT counselling 2026TN Ministers ListTop TrendingTN Finance Minister Marie WilsonNID DAT counsellingChristiano RonaldoPM ModiHardik PandyaJEE Advanced Response SheetIPL Orange Cap 2026Conor McGregor Net WorthNEET UG Paper LeakWest Bengal Annapurna Yojana
The Times Internet Half Marathon 2026 was not just about speed or podium finishes, it was about stories shaped by years of discipline, consistency, and passion. In the 5K Men’s 50+ category, runners brought with them decades of experience, proving that the drive to compete and challenge oneself never fades with age.These men didn’t just run a race. They represented lifestyles built around endurance, commitment, and the joy of constantly pushing beyond limits.
Ramesh Kumar
WinnerChip Time: 00:19:04
At 53, Ramesh Kumar has spent the last two decades building an incredible relationship with running. What started as pure interest slowly turned into a lifelong passion, leading him to complete nearly 100 marathons over the years.For Ramesh, running is more than fitness; it is a way of life. Speaking about the event, he proudly called the Times Internet Half Marathon the “number one marathon,” appreciating the energy, organization, and experience created for runners.
Deepesh Joshi
1st Runner-UpChip Time: 00:19:35
For 51-year-old Deepesh Joshi, running began as a solution to weight gain nearly eight years ago. But somewhere along the journey, fitness turned into passion.What makes his story even more special is how running became part of his family culture. Deepesh involved his loved ones in the sport and went on to become part of one of the early marathon-running couples, proving that running can inspire not just individuals, but entire families.
2nd Runner-UpChip Time: 00:20:06
Narender Singh Rawat
Despite balancing a government job, 52-year-old Narender Singh Rawat continues to chase challenges through running. For the last 14 years, he has consistently participated in marathons, driven by his competitive spirit and deep passion for endurance sports.Always looking for the next challenge, Narender is now preparing for a demanding 72-kilometer run, a reflection of his mindset to never stop pushing boundaries.The Times Internet Half Marathon 2026 celebrated runners like these individuals who continue to inspire through commitment, resilience, and love for the sport. With every edition, the marathon grows into more than just an event; it becomes a community where stories, generations, and passions come together on the same road.
