Tjejmilen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tjejmilen |
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The 2014 starting lineup
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| Date | August–September |
| Location | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Event type | Cross-country running |
| Distance | 1 Scandinavian mile |
| Established | 1984 |
Tjejmilen is a special running race just for girls and women in Stockholm, Sweden. It's a type of cross-country running event. This means runners go over different kinds of ground, not just a flat track.
The race is organized by two sports clubs, Hässelby SK and Spårvägen FK. The course is 10 kilometers long (which is about 6.2 miles). It takes place on a beautiful island called Djurgården in Stockholm.
This exciting race happens every year! The very first Tjejmilen was held on August 19, 1984. Since then, it has become very popular. Lots of people join in, often thousands of runners, making it a big event in Sweden.
Race History and Winners
The Tjejmilen race has a long history, starting in 1984. Many talented runners have won the event over the years. Some runners have even won multiple times!
For example, Evy Palm from Sweden was a very successful runner in the early years. She won the race several times in the 1980s. Later, Isabellah Andersson, also from Sweden, became a multi-time winner in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Runners from other countries like Norway, Kenya, Finland, and Ethiopia have also won Tjejmilen, showing it's a race that attracts international talent.
In 2020, the race was cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it returned in 2021 and continues to be a popular annual event for women and girls who love to run!
Images for kids
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The 2014 starting lineup
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