Another Virtual Sports Triad of Poczta Polska – the birthday of King Sigismund II Augustus and a charity event
Poczta Polska is once again organizing a virtual sports event for employees, their families, and company supporters – the Virtual Sports Triad. As in previous years, the goal of this sports initiative is to celebrate the anniversary of the birth of the founder of Poczta Polska – King Sigismund II Augustus – and to provide financial support to beneficiaries of the "Pocztowy Dar" Foundation and local sports clubs. The Virtual Sports Triad will take place soon, from October 22nd to November 6th.
Poczta Polska's virtual events, launched in 2020, are an attempt to find an alternative to the traditional Poczta Polska Run during the pandemic. It's also a format that allows company employees from across Poland to participate in sporting activities, regardless of their place of work or residence.
In 2020, the in-person event, organized for employees, was replaced for the first time with an open run, in which anyone could participate – anywhere and at their chosen distance (2 km, 5 km, 10 km, or a triad run). 1,400 people ran with Poczta Polska, making it one of the largest virtual runs organized in Poland two years ago. In 2021, given the popularity of the Virtual Run and the positive feedback from participants, Poczta Polska expanded the format of the sporting competition and organized a virtual event not only for running enthusiasts. Those who enjoy walking and cycling, as well as those who chose all three disciplines (walking, running, and cycling), could also participate in the Virtual Sports Triad. Despite the fact that last year there were significantly fewer restrictions related to sports than in 2020, Poczta Polska issued a whopping 1,308 bib numbers!
In 2022, the event will once again feature a triad format, with everyone able to find the right discipline and distance: 2 km (run), 5 km (run, walk), 10 km (run, walk, cycle), or 15 km and 20 km (cycle). Participants can participate in any distance or a premium distance in the three disciplines: 5 km walk, 10 km run, and 20 km cycle. The virtual event runs for two weeks, from October 22nd to November 6th. That's not all. On October 22nd, Poczta Polska is also organizing its annual stationary run and walk. We invite postal workers with their families and running enthusiasts to the Polish Post Run. Participants can participate in the 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km run, the 2 km and 5 km walk, and the youngest can run the 100 m (children up to 6 years old) and the 300 m (7-10 years old). Participation in the event is free, but there is a limit of 300 participants. Those interested can register here or at the race office on the day of the event. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
"I cordially invite you to participate in Poczta Polska's Virtual Sports Triad – postal workers with their families and friends, as well as all others who value physical activity and will join in the joint sporting competition. I encourage traditional sports enthusiasts to register for the run and stationary walk, which will take place in Warsaw. It's a great and healthy way to spend your free time, both alone and with your loved ones. By participating in Poczta Polska's Virtual Sports Triad, you can choose one or all three disciplines – running, walking, or cycling – and compete at a time and place convenient for you, which I encourage you to do, " says Krzysztof Falkowski, CEO of Poczta Polska.
The Triada is primarily a sports initiative celebrating the Polish Post Office (the 502nd birthday of King Sigismund II Augustus, whose name is associated with the founding of the Polish Post Office), but also encouraging outdoor physical activity. Although these aren't typical sports events, competitive individuals can compete for trophies in the longest distances in individual disciplines, as well as in the Triada, with a premium distance (5 km walk, 10 km run, and 20 km bike ride). Each Triada participant will also receive a commemorative medal and a set of gifts (including a running scarf, a bag, and a commemorative race number).
As was the case last year, 5 PLN from each starter kit will be donated to support the "Pocztowy Dar" Foundation – local sports clubs. Additional donations to the Foundation in any amount are also available.
You can register for the Poczta Polska Virtual Sports Triad online until the last day of the event. Depending on whether you choose to participate in one or all three disciplines, the starting package costs 49 PLN or 59 PLN. For an additional fee, you can also purchase a commemorative, high-quality technical T-shirt.
We cordially invite you to participate in sports competitions and help the beneficiaries of the "Pocztowy Dar" Foundation.
