JubiNews 2023
Hello dear Jubilee members,
Woohoo! An entire year is coming to an end, which gave us another very successful BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023. We saw a new world record for the women, a German record for the men, and you were right there in the middle of it all. The Jubilee Club also had a "record" to report. The Jubilee Club Lounge at the EXPO was better attended than ever before!!! Whether you came to pick up your green race number for your back (which for the first time showed the number of races you completed rather than the number of times you participated), to enjoy a cup of coffee, cake or a refreshing cold drink, to have a chat with fellow athletes or to buy a small souvenir ... you all kept Simone, Martin and Thomas busy as they fulfilled their roles as department heads.
Together with their loyal and well-rehearsed team of volunteers, they mastered every situation and challenge with ease and always had an open ear for all guests and their concerns. No one was bothered too much that the coffee pot was already empty by midday on Saturday, that the ERDINGER non-alcoholic beer was only served on a "rationed" basis from Saturday onwards or that every last crumb of the cake was quickly consumed. ;)
The Jubilee Club would like to thank everyone for the many visitors, the great interest and the openness for discussions and contacts ... which is also the reason behind offering the Jubilee Lounge at the EXPO of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON.
And we are learning…the shopping list for 2024 has already been upgraded ;)
Total number of Jubilee Club members in 2023

The Jubilee Club invited to “Meet the Legends”
Another highlight of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023 was the second edition of the Jubilee Club delegation at Meet the Legends. It was particularly exciting this year, because not only was it my first time, but I also got to be right in the middle of it and was able to get an unforgettable impression of the atmosphere when I was (supposed to be ;-) leading my "troupe" onto the stage ... awwwwwesome atmosphere.

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But for me, the best thing was that I was able to meet some of my "protégés" in person again and exchange a few words with them. I would therefore like to thank you, dear Jubilee Delegation 2023, for joining in the fun and supporting me and honourably representing the Jubilee Club.
I would have loved to be able to show you a nice group photo here, but there isn't one! The work assignment for 2024 will be much clearer, I promise!

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Our newbiew and their big day
On the Saturday of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON Inline Skating Marathon, the Jubilee Club welcomed a total of 23 new Jubilee Club members from the "Inline Skating" event. As in previous years, the event took place in the VIP tent. Thomas Köppe (head of the inline skating department) led the ceremony as usual, but was accompanied and supported by his lovely wife Elke for the first time this year.

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On Sunday, there were 130 new runners who were warmly welcomed and congratulated by Simone and Martin Knab onto the big Jubilee stage in front of the Reichstag. There was another fabulous team of volunteers working out of the spotlight, who were essential in making the ceremony such a success.
My THANKS and a big hug go to everyone involved!!!

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Number of new members of the Jubilee Club 2023

Fun facts about the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2023:
- 7.5 tonnes of medals were hung around the necks of all finishers at the finish. Since 1974, a total of 103 tonnes of medal have been handed out
- 7,500 volunteers were on duty.
- 33.46% of all participants were women ... and the trend is rising!
- One million drinking cups were used along the route. Of these, 900,000 were made from recycled PET and 100,000 from renewable and reusable raw materials.
- 250 litres of massage oil were applied to tired running legs.
- 272,000 safety pins held all start numbers to the shirts of our runners
- Top three nations represented: Germany (21,291), USA (8,026), Great Britain (3,319)
Guinness World Records of a "different kind" at the 49. BMW BERLIN-MARATHON!
- Fastest Ninja
- Fastest mummy
- Fastest handcuffed couple chained together
- Fastest Christmas biscuit
- Fastest marathon with a lawyer's robe
- Fastest female hospital patient
- Fastest Morris Dancer (English folk dance)
Looking forward to the 50th BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, I wish you all the best and stay healthy!!! See you in the anniversary year 2024.
Our sponsors
GENERALI
Generali Germany has been our partner since 2018. The insurance group is part of the international Generali Group and thus also part of a company that is over 190 years old, its history and its heritage. In 2017, the company launched a new sponsorship strategy - “Generali moves Germany”.
The initiative aims to motivate people to lead active health and environmentally conscious lives. Taking part, not watching, is crucial here. In recent years, Generali has thus become one of the largest and most important sponsors in German running. Running promotes physical and mental health and thus has a preventive effect against numerous common diseases. Moreover, hardly any other sport can be practiced in such a resource-saving and environmentally friendly way. Together with the event organizers, Generali develops programs that make major events demonstrably sustainable: in the areas of environmental and climate protection and social commitment.
About 9 million customers are insured with the companies of Generali Germany, which include the brands Generali, CosmosDirekt and Dialog in the life, health and property/casualty segments. Generali's objective is to be a lifetime partner for its customers, offering innovative, individual solutions and services thanks to an excellent sales network in exclusive and direct sales as well as in the broker channel. Generali Germany is part of the "Germany, Austria and Switzerland" (DACH) business unit, which was newly created in 2022.
adidas
Everything at adidas reflects the spirit of our founder, Adi Dassler. Improving the athlete’s performance was his goal; today, his legacy continues with the consumer at the heart of everything the adidas brand does.
The number of runners in Germany is constantly increasing. No matter where they come from, they all have the same goal: Improve. Better runners, better athletes and in the end a better version of themselves.
adidas Running has something for everyone – we want help each person achieve their individual goals. What counts is personal development, which goes far beyond the personal best.
Bett1.de
bett1.de is a Berlin-based company that offers high-quality mattresses online at fair prices.
Fairness, passion, and motivation are the core principles of bett1. That's why bett1 is also committed to excellence and fair competition in sports - as a sponsoring partner of regional clubs and as a host of national and international events. Bett1 promotes sports and team spirit.
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei refreshes all finishers behind the finish line. ERDINGER Alkoholfrei is the ideal beverage after sports: isotonic, rich in vitamins, and low in calories. And ERDINGER Alkoholfrei has only 125 kcl per 0.5-liter bottle! Because a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important!
YoPRO
YoPRO is Danone’s high‑protein brand that supports consumers in achieving their individual fitness and exercise goals. With a diverse range of protein-rich dairy products free from added sugar, containing little to no fat, and offering 15 to 23 grams of protein per serving, YoPRO provides the ideal solution for an active and healthy lifestyle. Enriched with magnesium and vitamin B9, YoPRO helps support the body in building muscle and reducing fatigue.*
* Proteins contribute to the maintenance and growth of muscle mass. Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function. Vitamin B9 (folate) helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Garmin
Garmin is a leading active tech company. The company develops innovative products for people who lead active lifestyles – ranging from smartwatches and dive and cycling computers to cockpits for private aircraft and radar systems for yachts. Founded in 1989 in Olathe, Kansas, by friends and engineers Gary Burrell and Dr. Min Kao, Garmin today stands for a broad and highly differentiated product portfolio across the Outdoor, Fitness, Aviation, Automotive OEM and Marine segments.
Höffner
Keep on running – with Höffner
The right amount of regeneration is as important as your training. Discover our large selection of comfortable beds and sofas. And for your running clothes and shoes you can also get practical cabinets from us. Just take a look!
More than furniture
Möbel Höffner is your full-service dealer for furniture and kitchens in Germany. We combine our artisan roots with modern retailing in 24 spacious furniture centers in Germany and, of course, online.
MAURTEN
Developed for endurance athletes, Maurten fuels the fastest to world records and gold medals. With a sports fuel range including Gels and Drink Mixes made from patented Hydrogel Technology and Solid energy bars, athletes can easily consume the carbohydrates needed to sustain performance in training and racing.
Hydrogel Technology encapsulates the carbohydrates — the currency of fueling — in a hydrogel and carries them through the stomach to be absorbed — making fueling for sports easier. Maurten is the official Hydrogel Sports Fuel Partner of the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON — fueling runners on race day with Gel 100 and Drink Mix 160 on-course.
Titanic Hotels
TITANIC Hotels Group is an established and reputable hotel chain based in Istanbul, operating luxury hotels in various cities in Turkey and Germany, founded in 1997. The Group is known for special quality of service, its unique accommodations often with historic architecture, its attention to detail and its first-class culinary offerings. The company is committed to sustainability and environmental protection and is involved in social projects. The group has received numerous awards in recent years.
Peloton
Peloton is a global fitness company with a dedicated community of millions of members. Through world-class workouts with professional instructors - live and on demand - Peloton empowers its members to achieve their fitness goals, no matter where they are on their fitness journey. The combination of engaging classes, innovative technology, high-quality training equipment and the versatile Peloton App allows for a tailored workout - with or without equipment.

